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Surveys
You need a Marine Surveyor if you are Buying, Insuring,
Leasing, Financing, and/or Assesing Damage.
Types
of Surveys
Condition and Value /
Pre-purchase
The most Complete Survey. If you are Buying a New or
Used Vessel, This is the Survey most recommended . It will thoroughly check
the overall condition of the Vessel, It's Equipment, Engines, Electronics, and
other Appurtenances. This Survey will give a fair-market value, and a legal
proof of condition at time of sale.
Insurance Survey
Almost all Insurance Companies require a survey for
initial issuance of insurance and usually every 4 to 6 years thereafter. This
survey is primarily for acceptable Marine and Fire risk. It checks for safety
and Conditions for the vessels intended use. It checks if the Vessel meets
acceptable Standards and Requirements as set forth by ABYC, NFPA, USCG, ABS,
and any /and all Regulatory Agencies specific to the individual Vessel as to
safe operation.
Damage/Salvage
This survey asseses the extent of damage to a vessel,
adresses the feasability of salvage and repair, and can provide information
and estimated cost for repair of the vessel. A Probable Cause investigation
can be included if desired.
Before/After Hire (On /off
Charter)
This survey determines the condition of the vessel at
the time of hire, and at the end of hire, and protects both the Owner and the
Leassee. It includes an inventory of equipment, machinery, parts, and other
appurtenances, and a review of the vessel's papers. It documents the vessel's
condition for use in a Lease or Hire Agreement. At the end of hire, any
changes, damages, or losses in relation to the agreement are noted.
Towing
Warranties
Trip in Tow
Load and Stow
Deck Loads; Containers; Timber
Survey Guidelines
ABYC Standards and Recommended Practices for
Small Craft
National Fire Prevention Association
Standards
USCG Hull Inspection Book; Marine Safety
Manual for Certification
ABS Rules for Reinforced Plastic Vesssels
USCG 46 CFR Fishing Vessel Safety Examination
Guideline And Requirements
BUC Books; N.A.D.A. Marine Appraisal Guide;
ABOS Marine Blue Book; Boat Data Book ( Ian Nicolson)
USCG NVIC’s upgraded monthly
Continuing Marine Educational Courses and
Seminars; ABYC; ABS; IIMS; National Sea Training Centre;
IIMS Standards and Recommendations
Lloyds Register (under 200 ft.)
Additional Services
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