Waterfront Protection. Done Right. — Argoes Marine Systems
Florida's largest family-owned dredging and waterfront protection company — from residential docks to billionaire estates and luxury resort marinas.
Fully permitted · Statewide service · Family owned since day one
Key Stats: Largest family-owned dredging company in Florida · HD 50 Containment Rate: 85–90% · Service Area: Statewide · In-House Engineering
Our Legacy — Built on the Water. Proven on the Job.
Started with residential dredging and expanded into Argoes Marine Systems to tackle sargassum containment — after seeing firsthand how it devastates Florida resorts and Caribbean coastal ecosystems. Inspired by real jobs — including a major Keys resort where we launched our HD 50 floating containment system — we bring an unwavering commitment to marine conservation and operational excellence. From blue-collar dock owners to billionaires, celebrities, and government councils, we deliver the gold standard.
- Fully Permitted — State & Local
- Conservation First — BMP Compliant
- Trusted Statewide — All Property Types
Waterfront Protection
Protection runs through everything we do — dredging, coastal restoration, and our proprietary HD 50 floating containment system. The HD 50 is specifically engineered to intercept sargassum before it reaches your shoreline, achieving 85–90% containment effectiveness — a rate exclusive to the HD 50 system.
- HD 50 boom system — proven in Florida & Caribbean waters
- Dredging, restoration, and containment under one roof
- Seasonal & year-round protection packages
- Rapid statewide deployment
Marine Services
01 — Marine Dredging
Florida's #1 family-owned dredging company. Precision material removal for residential docks and large commercial waterways — backed by in-house engineering, surveying, and permitting.
Hydraulic Dredging — Quiet & Efficient
A diver uses an underwater dredge head to suction material through hoses into land-based dump trailers. Our baffle system returns clean water to the waterway. Ideal for residential areas.
Mechanical Dredging — Large Scale
Barge-mounted excavators scoop material into 30-yard canisters — built for marinas, resorts, and government waterways.
Coming Soon — Excavator-mounted dredge pump for hybrid efficiency.
Investment Range: $2,800 and up. Quoted based on depth, volume, access, and material composite.
02 — Shoreline Restoration
Full-scale waterfront restoration backed by comprehensive project management. We handle engineering, surveying, and state/local permitting — end to end.
- Targeted sediment removal & depth restoration
- Canal & basin regrading for proper water flow
- Removal of organic buildup impacting shoreline stability
- Riprap & rock revetment installation
- Mangrove & vegetation replanting
- Full permitting — state & local
"Let's protect your shoreline before it becomes a problem."
HD 50 Floating Containment System
Designed for high-end waterfront environments — clean, protected shorelines for resorts, marinas, and private coastal properties.
Ideal Applications
- Luxury resorts & beachfront properties
- High-end marinas & yacht clubs
- Waterfront HOAs & communities
- Municipal & public waterfronts
System Features
- Marine-grade PVC construction
- Foam-filled flotation for durability
- Dual tension cable system
- Heavy-duty anchoring configurations
Investment Range: $25,000 – $90,000+. Custom design tailored to your waterfront's size and layout.
HD 50 Maintenance Programs
Keep your HD 50 containment system performing at peak level, year-round.
- Basic — Monthly Service: Routine monthly inspections and maintenance to keep your containment system performing optimally.
- Standard — Weekly Service (Most Popular): Weekly visits ensure peak performance throughout peak season and heavy sargassum periods.
- Premium — Multi-Visit + Storm Response: Multiple visits per week plus emergency storm response and rapid deployment. The gold standard.
1-Year Dredging Maintenance Program
Keep your waterway clear and functional long after your initial dredge. Our annual maintenance programs are scoped to your project — routine monitoring, sediment checks, and targeted follow-up work to protect your investment. Pricing based on project scope — typically starting around $1,500.
Meet the Owners — Malana & Shawn Argoe
Founders & Owners since 2020. Born and raised in Florida with over 20 years on the water. When you call, you reach us — not a call center. We personally oversee every project to make sure it's done right.
Ready to Secure Your Waterfront?
Every estimate is scoped personally by Malana — no call centers, no runaround. Florida's most trusted family-owned dredging company is one message away.
Request an Estimate | Call (239) 296-9191
Argoes Marine Systems · Florida's Largest Family-Owned Dredging & Waterfront Protection Company