Pre-Purchase Marine Surveys - An extensive vessel inspection is highly recommended (and in some cases required) when considering the purchase of any pre-owned boat or yacht regardless of its age, condition, or reputation. The survey will reflect the appearance and functionality of the vessel. The survey includes: Hull structural integrity, electrical components and wiring, the drive system, fuel transfer system, engine or other propulsion modules, electronic and navigation equipment, onboard support systems, and additional safety equipment. The evidence of previous maintenance, or lack of, is also noted in the survey. An out of water bottom inspection and an operational sea trial should be included. This survey is concluded with an overall condition rating and a fair market value of the vessel.
Insurance Marine Surveys - This survey is performed to assist the insurance carrier in the determination of the risk involved for a particular vessel. Their interests include structural integrity, safety, as well as its intended use. Many insurance companies require a survey on a particular boat or yacht before coverage will be offered. The vessel's fair market and replacement values are included in this survey.
Valuation Inspection - This type of inspection is performed in order to obtain adequate data or information solely for the determination the fair market value of the vessel. This inspection is often required for financial considerations, estate dispositions, charitable donations or litigation.
Damage Inspection - This investigation is conducted to demonstrate or determine the extent and cause of a reported casualty. The resulting report may be used for claim indemnification or protestation. Normally, this inspection is required to assist in the insurance claims settlement process and could include recommended repairs, estimated repair costs, and if requested, possible cause.
Video Presentation - This examination is offered to save the prospective buyer the time and expense of visiting the vessel personally. A video of the entire boat will be recorded and converted to a DVD or MPEG format and shipped or posted online as requested. This method can be very useful in determining if further interest in a particular vessel is desired.
Captain Services - We provide captain services with U.S. Coast Guard Licensed Master Captains. We can also provide licensed captains with towing and sailing endorsements. Some of our captains are PADI® Certified SCUBA Divers. Our captain services include: Yacht deliveries, charter captains, boat training, sailboat handling, vessel safety training, captain companions, and crew services. We can provide qualified engineers to be crewed with our captains that are certified gasoline or diesel marine mechanics and certified marine electricians. We provide these services in the United States, Central America, and throughout the Caribbean.
All of our vessel surveys and inspections are non intrusive. We leave the vessel the way we found it.
We also offer other consulting services for new yacht and sailboat owners based on our collective experience and training over the years. Some of these services include: yacht construction inspections, yacht maintenance inspections, and repair inspections for yacht and sailboat owners.
Our rates are reasonable for our services. If you would like to inquire about a survey, inspection, or service feel free to contact us by clicking the button below:
