Understanding the importance of Marine Surveys

Below is a sample of areas inspected in both Pre-Purchase and Insurance marine surveys:

Marine surveys will include a list of identified items, severity level and recommendations. Typically, the boat will come out of the water prior to the survey to allow for a more accurate moisture reading. Moisture readings are done using electronic tools and phenolic hammers. A thorough inspection is conducted throughout the vessel. Included in the boat survey are elements of Coast Guard compliance and safety inspections. Items are noted along the way and assessed a severity level. These may be of particular concern to a potential boat buyer. The reports are detailed and John will walk you through his inspection findings once complete. A valuation report is also included which may help in your decision making. Using a proprietary third party tool John will identify comparable boats and illustrate how he arrives at the valuations. Two types of valuations are provided; current valuation and replacement valuation. These numbers can be critical to a potential boat buyer.

If you are in need of a marine survey, reach out to John for an initial connect. John will explain the entire process and answer any questions you may have. If you both agree to move forward, he’ll line up a date and time to begin the survey process. The boat should be out of the water on that day. Often times schedules will need to be coordinated with the marina. John will take photos, record measurements and note findings. The physical survey takes about half a day. The report is delivered in PDF format within 5 business days unless alternate agreements are made.

-Hull
-Decking
-Moisture
-Bilge
-Plumbing
-Steering
-GroundTackle

-Engine for obvious anomolies
-Safety Equipment
-S/V Rigging Hardware
-S/V Mast
-S/V Keel/Rudder
-Electronics/Navigation