Buffalo Industrial Diving Co

Frequently Asked Questions — Buffalo, NY

How does your service area and mobilisation affect the cost of my dive inspection?

Mobilisation is quoted separately from the daily spread rate and covers getting the crew, dive equipment, and any support vessel to your site. In Buffalo, NY, we can reduce mobilisation by coordinating with local logistics, but remote locations will always carry a higher charge. Always ask for a mobilisation breakdown, because it's the line item most likely to explain a large gap between competitive bids.

How are commercial diving projects priced?

Most projects are priced as a crew/spread day rate plus a separate mobilisation charge. Inspection work is often quoted per structure or per substructure unit, while marine construction is unit-priced per linear foot or per pile. We keep these line items transparent so you can compare bids on actual work scope rather than hidden logistics.

What kind of inspection report and deliverables will I receive?

You'll receive a written engineering-grade report with underwater video, still photos, condition assessments, and recommended repair priorities. For bridge inspections, the report is signed by an FHWA-NHI qualified team leader in accordance with 23 CFR 650.311 / NBIS. Deliverables are customized to the asset type, whether it's a water tank (AWWA M42), a vessel hull (46 CFR 71.50-3), or a concrete structure per USACE EM 385-1-1.

Should I schedule an in-water inspection or haul the vessel out?

In-water surveys (UWILD) save you the cost and scheduling trouble of dry-docking, but they are limited by visibility and only cover the exterior hull. Haul-out gives your crew full access for hands-on inspection and repairs, but it's more expensive and may require yard permits and scheduling lead time. A combination approach often works best, and in NY you'll want to account for seasonal water conditions when deciding.