Tell us what you lost
Describe the item, where/when it was lost, and share any maps or photos.
Lost something precious?
We’ll help you get it back.
Professional metal detecting & recovery in Deer Park, NY. Beaches, parks, yards, snow, and shallow water.
- Fast response
- Transparent pricing
- Respectful & insured
How it works
We survey & search
We grid the area and search efficiently with pro-grade detectors.
Recovered & reunited
If found, we verify ownership and reunite you with your item—often the same day.
Primary contact: Jason Papalexandrou • (631) 569-9663
Simple, fair pricing
Only pay for what you need. Transparent from the start.
Local Search
$100 base
- Up to 2 hours on-site
- Within 15 miles of Deer Park, NY
- Travel included
Hybrid (Most Popular)
$100 base + success fee
- Success fee: 15% of item value or $150 — whichever is greater
- Commission capped at $600 unless agreed
- Great for jewelry & valuables
Priority / Rush
$175 base
- Same-day response
- Peak times or urgent cases
- + success fee if found (optional)
Water searches, large areas, or long-distance travel may require a custom quote. Minimums apply.
Service area
Based in Deer Park, NY. We routinely cover Western Suffolk & Eastern Nassau. Travel beyond that available by quote.
- Babylon
- Lindenhurst
- Bay Shore
- Islip
- Jones Beach
- Robert Moses
Past finds (YouTube)
Real recoveries from local beaches, yards, and parks. Watch highlights below.
See more on our channel: YouTube.
Book a search
Fastest way: call (631) 569-9663 or fill out this form.
Sample recovery agreement
View terms
Scope: Metal detecting search for the described lost item at the specified location.
Permission: Client confirms they have authority to permit a search on the property and will obtain any permits required for public lands.
Fees: Base fee due on arrival. If the Hybrid option is selected and the item is recovered, a success fee of 15% of the item’s value or $150 (whichever is greater) applies, capped at $600 unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Safety & conditions: We may pause or cancel for unsafe weather, tides, or conditions. Water searches limited to safe, shallow depths.
Ownership: Recovered item remains the client’s property upon verification of ownership (photos/description).
Liability: We are not responsible for pre-existing damage, buried utilities, or hazards. We dig minimal, careful plugs and restore the ground.
Media: No photos/videos will be posted without consent.
FAQ
What if you don’t find it?
The base fee covers our time and travel. With the Hybrid plan, you only pay the success fee if we find your item.
How do you determine the item’s value?
We agree on a reasonable market value before the search based on receipts, appraisals, or comparable listings.
Do you search in water?
Yes—shallow water and wet sand with proper safety and when allowed by local rules.