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Fouled propeller clearing.

Emergency diver response for fouled propellers in Victoria and Vancouver Island. Line, rope, crab trap, fishing net, or kelp wrapped around your prop? We come to you and clear it underwater so you don't need a haul-out.

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Diver clearing fouled propeller with rope wrapped around prop shaft in Victoria BC

What you get

Why owners book this.

  • No haul-out required - cleared in the water
  • Same-day or next-day response for most locations
  • Inspection of prop, shaft, and cutless bearing for damage while we're there
  • Video documentation of what we remove for insurance claims
  • Cut-and-unwrap techniques that protect shaft and cutless bearing
  • Experience with rope, net, crab trap, plastic, and kelp fouling

How it works

From your call to the report.

No surprises. Here's the actual sequence we follow on every job.

  1. 01

    Phone Triage

    Call and describe what happened, where the boat is, and what you suspect fouled the prop. We assess urgency and get to you as soon as possible.

  2. 02

    Underwater Assessment

    Before cutting, we look at what's wrapped - sometimes unwrapping preserves evidence for insurance (for example, proving a commercial net did the damage).

  3. 03

    Safe Removal

    Careful cutting and unwrapping to minimise damage to shaft, cutless bearing, and shaft seal. Line that has welded to the shaft sometimes needs particular care.

  4. 04

    Post-Clearing Inspection

    After removal, full inspection of shaft, cutless bearing, prop, rudder, and strut for damage. Report on video so you know if further work is needed before running the engine again.

From a customer

"Danny did a great job getting a line off my prop. Very reasonable pricing. I highly recommend Danny to anyone with underwater work to be done."

— Stephen · Prop Clearing

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Where we work

Fouled propeller clearing anywhere on Vancouver Island or the Gulf Islands.

Below: spots where this service comes up most. We dive plenty more — every harbour, yacht club, and private mooring across the coast. Don't see your marina? See the full coverage map →

  • Victoria Inner Harbour & Oak Bay
  • Sidney & Tsehum Harbour
  • Canoe Cove & Van Isle Marina
  • Brentwood Bay & Saanich Inlet
  • Sooke Basin & Pedder Bay
  • Cowichan Bay & Maple Bay
  • Gulf Islands - Salt Spring, Pender, Galiano, Mayne, Saturna
  • Nanaimo & mid-Vancouver Island

FAQ

Common questions.

Don't see your question? Call (778) 535-4506 — we'll answer it.

My prop is wrapped in a crab trap line - can you come today?
Usually yes for Victoria, Sidney, or nearby marinas. Call (778) 535-4506 and we'll triage. Most wraps are clearable within a few hours of the call.
Will running my engine with a wrapped prop damage the boat?
Depends on what's wrapped and how. A small line might be harmless. A heavy rope or net under load can blow a shaft seal, damage the cutless bearing, or even bend the shaft. If in doubt, don't run the engine - call and we'll clear it before you try.
Can you tell if the shaft is bent after clearing?
Underwater visual inspection catches obvious bends and prop damage. A subtle bend requires running the shaft or dial-indicator measurement after haul. We'll tell you what we see and flag anything that suggests hauling is a good idea.
Is this covered by my boat insurance?
Often yes - especially if the fouling was caused by a commercial net, an abandoned line, or debris. We document the removal on video. Check with your insurer and we can provide documentation for claims.

Pricing

Straightforward quotes, up front.

Emergency prop clearing is quoted based on location, urgency, and what's wrapped. Most jobs in Victoria or Sidney are straightforward and affordable. Gulf Islands callouts cost more due to travel. Call (778) 535-4506 for a quote.

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Contact

Get a quote for fouled propeller clearing

Tell us about the boat and where it lives. We reply within a business day — usually faster.

Phone
Phone (778) 535-4506
Email
Email dannysdivingservices@gmail.com
Hours
Hours Mon–Sat, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Emergency response available

Urgent — fouled prop, suspected damage, dropped item — call. We triage by phone faster than by form.

Thanks for reaching out — we'll get back to you within 24 hours.