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Orange Beach’s TankIt Scuba Offers Marine Protection Services

R. Ken Cooper • August 28, 2024

TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors Now Serving the Gulf Coast

TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors Seawall Repair

Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – For waterfront property owners along the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast, maintaining the integrity of your boat hull, dock, seawall, and marine infrastructure is paramount. TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors, based in Orange Beach, offers a suite of underwater services designed to protect and preserve your investments.


Founded by Brian Turk, an Orange Beach Fire Medic and member of the Orange Beach Fire Department’s Dive Team, TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors has become a trusted name in the marine services industry. Turk’s background includes eight years with the Montgomery Fire Department before joining the Orange Beach Fire Department, where he has served for the past four years. His expertise in diving and emergency response translates seamlessly into the services TankIt Scuba provides, ensuring safety, efficiency and quality work in all operations.


Protecting Your Waterfront Investments

TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors offers a variety of essential services tailored to waterfront homeowners and businesses. One of their primary offerings is Dock Piling Wraps. This service is crucial for prolonging the life of your dock by protecting it from marine life and harsh conditions. The installation of high-quality wraps helps to ensure that your dock remains durable and secure, even in the face of the Gulf Coast's challenging environment.


Another innovative solution provided by TankIt is the installation of Snap Jackets. These jackets are designed to snap onto your dock pilings, offering an additional layer of protection against the elements. This service is not only a preventative measure but also a cost-effective way to maintain the structural integrity of your dock over time.


Comprehensive Marine Services

In addition to dock protection, TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors also specializes in Salvage Diving and Lost Item Recovery. Whether you’ve lost valuable items such as a phone or need to recover larger objects from underwater, Turk and his team employ the latest technology to ensure a safe and efficient retrieval process.


Dock maintenance doesn’t stop at piling wraps and jackets. TankIt also provides Dock Repairs, ensuring your dock remains safe and functional, and Seawall Cleaning, which can restore the appearance and longevity of your seawall by removing accumulated dirt and grime.


For boat owners, TankIt offers Hull Cleaning services that keep your vessel in top condition, removing marine growth that can affect performance. Additionally, their Underwater Videography service is perfect for those needing inspections or documentation of fishing reefs and other underwater structures.


TankIt also engages in Marine Cleanup efforts, addressing the growing issue of marine debris and helping to preserve the natural beauty of the Gulf Coast.


Commitment to Quality and Community

As a local business owner deeply invested in the Orange Beach community, Brian Turk emphasizes customer satisfaction in every service TankIt provides. With a strong foundation in public safety and marine expertise, Turk’s team is dedicated to delivering top-notch services that not only meet but exceed client expectations.


TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors is more than just a service provider; they are a partner in maintaining and protecting your waterfront property. For a limited time, they are offering Free Piling Wrap Estimates, making it easier than ever to take the first step in safeguarding your dock.


For more information or to schedule a consultation, contact TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors and experience the difference that local expertise and dedication can make for your waterfront property.


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Brian Turk - Owner of TankIt Scuba & Marine Contractors

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