I’m John Rafferty, the owner and diver of Rafferty & Sons Underwater Services. As a certified commercial diver with over 10 years of professional experience and more than 2,500 dive hours focused on vessel cleaning and maintenance, I take great pride in delivering consistent and high-quality hull cleaning services to boat and yacht owners throughout Hampton Roads.

I’m a proud husband and father of three young boys. I built Rafferty & Sons with a clear vision — to deliver exceptional underwater services while creating a strong, lasting business that I can one day pass on to my sons. I strive to be honest, communicative, and reliable in every job, and I hope to teach these same values to my boys. When you hire us, you’re not just getting a diver — you’re working with a local family man who stands behind his work 100%.

My Certifications

• ADCI Commercial Diver

• PADI Scuba Diver

• NAVSEA Propeller Inspection

• NDT Certified

• Ultrasonic Thickness Testing Certified

• Magnetic Particle Testing Certified

• OSHA-10 Training

• Bachelors of Arts Degree