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Established in 1981, Johnson Marine Services has been providing professional marine surveys to boat owners and prospective buyers for over 20 years in Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, and the Caribbean areas.

Our marine surveyors are Accredited Marine Surveyors (AMS ® ) with the Society of Marine Surveyors (SAMS ® ), as well as members of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC). In addition to our professional services, both of our surveyors have extended offshore and coastal yachting experience.

We have both worked extensively on commercial and pleasure craft as well as maintaining our own boats. We specialize in performing pre-purchase, insurance, and damage marine surveys for pleasure and commercial power and sailing vessels. Our surveyors provide prompt professional service and generally complete the survey report within 48 hours of the survey. Whether you are purchasing, insuring, or safety inspecting a new or used vessel, Johnson Marine Services has professional, experienced marine surveyors to meet your needs.

Capt. Ken Johnson, AMS bought his first boat when he was only 10 years of age and has logged in over 150,000 ocean miles since. He started his marine education while serving in the military as a harbor craft operator, then in shipyard management at Electric Boat for 18 years. He founded Johnson Marine services in 1981 as a marine consulting/surveying company serving the public and the military. With over 5,000 surveys under his belt he has the experience you can count on.

Adrian Johnson, AMS has been working commercially on boats for over 20 years. He has thousands of miles in local and transit experience, as well as owning and operating his classic wooden 44 foot sailing vessel and a fishing vessel, as well as several other boats. He has a BS degree in civil engineering, and has been a full time surveyor since 2001. He has performed thousands of surveys in his tested time as a surveyor, and has a vast knowledge of marine structure, composite design and construction, gasoline and diesel engines, and complex mechanical systems.

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Patton Marine Surveyors And Consultants Inc. Yacht Surveyors

Surveying small crafts, yachts and ships of all sizes in florida and around the globe since 1973.

Patton Marine is an industry leader in marine surveying with over 11,000 yacht surveys performed in ports all over the world. Our aim is to deliver an honest, intelligent, non-destructive service to you as a buyer or to a broker and their client.  We have a large team of experienced, qualified professional yacht surveyors who offer worldwide service as well as valuable insight.  

Our Experience

We survey yachts, ships, and barges of all types and sizes. We have a large team of experienced, qualified professionals who offer worldwide service as well as valuable insight. 

We assist Owners, buyers, attorneys and underwriters with purchase transactions, complex insurance claims, repairs, refits and valuations. We offer guidance for clients building yachts and other vessels. We are familiar with and accepted by most all insurance and lending institutions. We understand the requirements of Classification Societies and the UK MCA Codes such as LY2 and LY3. 

We are familiar with many Flag State requirements. Patton Marine’s electrical division offers onboard electrical systems assessments, power generation and distribution analysis, switchboard, power quality and harmonics analysis. Our technical equipment includes: power analyzers, thermal imaging, audio gauging, paint testing, borescopes, photography, and noise meters. 

For a full list of services offered, please contact our office. We welcome new challenges and your inquiries. Contact our yacht surveyors at: 

Tel: +1 305 648-0823   Email: [email protected]              

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Anyone can title him or herself as a Marine Surveyor and start a business. Certain marine surveyors are permitted to use a designation denoting membership in accrediting organizations that require members to meet strict professional, technical and ethical standards.

Surveyors should provide you with a professionally prepared report that can be accepted by your bank and/or insurance company. Talk with prospective surveyors and ask questions! What does the survey include and what type of reporting format is used? Do they use ABYC, NFPA and USCG standards in their surveys? How much will the inspection cost? How long will the onboard inspection take?

A thorough inspection will not be rushed and will depend on the type of survey required based on vessel size, equipment, and onboard systems. There may be additional services available such as engine surveys, oil analysis, galvanic and stray current corrosion testing, ultrasonic testing, moisture testing and other nondestructive tests. There may be additional charges for these and other services.

Well conducted surveys can provide good information on the vessels condition, but they are not guarantees. The surveyor reports the condition in accessible areas only as it exists at the time of inspection.

Why should you have a vessel surveyed? Most insurance companies and banks will require them on older vessels. They will need to know her condition and fair market value in order to finance and/or underwrite the vessel. Knowing her condition and fair market value before you purchase is also important. However, the most important reason to survey your vessel is for the safety of the passengers and crew.

SAMS® has two membership classes of marine surveyors. The Accredited Marine Surveyor (AMS®) and the Surveyor Associate (SA). Listed below are the items required to apply for membership. A more detailed description will be included in our Membership Request Packet. If you are interested in becoming a SAMS® member, please send your request to [email protected], and include your full name and mailing address.

If applying as an Accredited Marine Surveyor you will need to submit the following:

• SAMS® Application (included in Membership Packet)
• SAMS® Admissions Exam (included in Membership Packet)
• Submit one survey for each of last five years of active surveying
• Business Card
• Notarized affidavit attesting completion of 12 surveys per year for each of the last five years
• $150.00 non-refundable application fee

If applying as a Surveyor Associate, you will need to submit the following:

• A minimum of one survey report

Marine Surveys are performed for a number of reasons, and the procedures for each vary to best suit your needs.

Pre-Purchase Survey This is the most comprehensive type of inspection and is strongly advised when purchasing a new or used vessel. Condition and overall operation of the vessel should be examined. This covers structural integrity, electrical systems, the propulsion system, the fuel system, other machinery, navigation equipment, miscellaneous onboard systems, cosmetic appearance, electronics, and overall maintenance as well as an out-of-water inspection and a sea trial.

Insurance Survey This inspection is performed so that the insurance company can determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. They are interested in structural integrity and safety for its intended use. Most insurance companies require a survey on older boats. They will also want to know the vessel’s fair market value.

Appraisal Inspection This inspection is performed to gather enough information to justify or determine the fair market value of the vessel. This is normally needed for financing, estate settlements, donations and legal cases.

Damage Inspection The surveyor can be retained by an insurance company to determine the cause of a loss and determine the extent of loss related damage and may be asked to recommend repairs, review estimates, and determine the pre-loss value of a vessel. A vessel owner can retain a surveyor for the same purposes, but for the owner’s behalf

Time and additional expense can be saved by preparing the vessel for inspection and making her more accessible.

Arrange to present a clean, shipshape boat, and have all papers and miscellaneous gear ready. If applicable, you will need to make arrangements with the marina to haul the vessel for bottom inspection and retain a captain for sea trials. Lockers and cabin areas should be cleared of all miscellaneous gear.

The surveyor should never be asked to prepare a boat for inspection. The surveyor may request minor dismantling of interior ceilings, headliners, flooring, etc. in order to gain access to the suspected areas. Random removal and examination of below-the-waterline fasteners on wood boats may be required. Any dismantling and reinstallation of parts should be performed by qualified personnel and is the responsibility of the person ordering the survey.

Written authorization from the owner may be needed to board and/or to remove part of the vessel.

ONCE YOU RETAIN THE SURVEYOR, HE OR SHE WORKS ONLY FOR YOU AND REPORTS TO NO ONE ELSE. THE SURVEYOR IS THERE TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS!

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About Marine Surveys

Marine surveys are conducted on boats or yachts for a variety of reasons, and for various entities or people. Marine surveyors are, by nature of their industry standards, supposed to be impartial and unbiased. Their job is to tell the truth about a boat or yacht, as pleasing or painful as that may be. A marine surveyor’s product is a written report. The survey report should be clear, concise and relay the information needed by the customer(s). Due to the highly technical nature of a marine survey, it may (and will) include terms or jargon that are not familiar to the average boat owner, bank employee or insurance underwriter. You should have a pretty good idea what the overall condition of the vessel is and what needs to be done to make it functional and safe. If you have questions or don’t understand what the surveyor is saying, contact the surveyor and have them explain. That’s their job.

Types of Marine Surveys

• A Prepurchase Survey is conducted when someone is contemplating buying a vessel. It is a very comprehensive “Condition and Valuation” (C&V) survey that often includes operational testing of all systems and equipment, as well as a sea trial. Its primary purpose is to provide the potential buyers with the information that they need to make an informed purchase decision. It may also be used to satisfy insurance company and bank loan requirements.
• A Limited Condition & Valuation marine survey is often done specifically for insurance purposes. Each insurance company has their own set of requirements as to what age/size vessel needs a survey, and what the survey report should include. The information contained in an insurance C&V survey report is not sufficient to make an informed decision regarding the purchase of the vessel.
• Appraisal surveys are used for financing, estate and divorce settlements, and donation of vessels to charities. Professional marine surveyors are recognized by the IRS, courts, banks and insurance companies as boat and yacht appraisers within their area of expertise.
• Damage Surveys may also be performed for insurance companies, vessel owners and other vested entities. This includes determining the nature, cause and extent of damage to a vessel when something goes wrong.

Finding a Surveyor

A marine survey is a useful tool for buyers when negotiating price based on what repairs the boat needs. Additionally insurance and lending companies that need to know the true condition and fair market value of a vessel often require it.

The task in choosing a trusted marine surveyor can be challenging since it is not a regulated or licensed industry and anyone can call him or herself a marine surveyor. To complicate matters, your yacht broker can’t ethically recommend a surveyor to you.

Many insurance companies and banks require that a marine surveyor be a credentialed member of either the National Association of Marine Surveyors (NAMS) or the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS). Be sure to check for requirements prior to hiring a surveyor. NAMS and SAMS are recognized and respected marine surveyor professional associations that hold their members to a strict code of ethics and require continuing education credits to maintain membership.

ABYC Standards are the authoritative reference for evaluating issues of design, construction, maintenance and product performance and only ABYC members have verifiable 24/7 access the standards. Make sure your surveyor is one of them.

What a Good Survey Provides

The survey report should be clear, concise and relay the information needed by the customer(s). Due to the highly technical nature of a marine survey, it may (and will) include terms or jargon that are not familiar to the average boat owner, bank employee or insurance underwriter.

A Condition & Valuation survey report should contain all of the pertinent information about the vessel, including the names of the owners and/or buyers, weather conditions, location, etc. It should:

• Identify unique markings such as the name, hailing port, hull identification number (HIN), and federal or state government registration numbers
• Provide published dimensions of the vessel and describe its construction
• Detail the construction of the vessel and equipment installed to the degree needed or required, depending on the purpose of the survey
• Remark on the condition of the vessel and its systems, both in general and in detail
• Provide recommendations for repairs or corrections needed to make the vessel function properly and safe
• Photographs of the vessel from several angles should be included, as well as of the HIN and registration numbers. Photographs of any notable improvements or deficiencies should be included as well
• Include the vessel’s current fair market value, and possibly its replacement value

Regardless of format, after reading a survey report, and maybe re-reading it a couple of times, you should have a pretty good idea what the overall condition of the vessel is and what needs to be done to make it functional and safe. If you have questions or don’t understand what the surveyor is saying, contact the surveyor and have them explain. That’s their job.

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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Marine Inspections

At Mitch Witt Marine Survey, we understand that your vessel is not just a possession; it's an investment, a source of pride, and a key component of your maritime adventures. That's why we are committed to providing top-notch marine survey services tailored to meet your unique needs.

Our Expertise

With years of experience in the marine industry, Mitch Witt brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every survey. As a seasoned marine surveyor, Mitch has a keen eye for detail and an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety, integrity, and overall condition of your vessel.

Our Services for Powerboats or Sailboats

Pre-purchase surveys.

Considering purchasing a new vessel? Our pre-purchase surveys offer a comprehensive assessment of the vessel's condition, helping you make an informed decision before you invest.

Insurance requirements often demand a thorough inspection of your vessel. Our insurance surveys provide the detailed information needed to secure coverage for your maritime adventures.

Condition and Valuation Surveys

Whether you're seeking financing or just want a thorough evaluation of your vessel's worth, our condition and valuation surveys deliver the insights you need.

Damage Surveys

In the unfortunate event of an accident or incident, Mitch Witt Marine Survey is here to assess the damage, determine causation, and provide the documentation required for insurance claims.

Oil and Fluids Analysis

Analyzing the oil in a vessel can reveal valuable insights into its maintenance history. Understanding the significance of the numerical data can provide revealing indicators of the vessel's overall condition.

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Our surveys cover every aspect of your vessel for power or sail, ensuring a thorough examination.

Receive detailed reports promptly, empowering you to make decisions quickly and confidently.

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We understand that each vessel is unique. Our services are tailored to meet your specific needs and concerns.

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I am pleased and impressed with the thoroughness and communication from you.

 If I don't move forward with this yacht, I look forward to using your services on the one I do buy.  I feel like I've got so much more than my money's worth from you. I'm glad I came across you and had you perform the survey for me. Thank You

Lake Worth Florida

Thank you for your inspection last week. I ‘do’ appreciate your work and review of the 39’ Shannon sailboat. I also appreciated and enjoyed you pulling me to your side time to time and pointing out the challenges of upgrading and maintenance. I felt as if you were mentoring me, and I truly thank you for that.

39’ Shannon sailboat

I imagine that the survey process can be intimidating for people looking to buy a boat across the country. Thankfully, it was not that way for me and my wife. Prior to selecting you, I spoke with a few other surveyors. I am really happy that we decided to work with you.

What stands out to me the most about the survey process was your knowledge, thoroughness, and ability to educate.

George Kindley

Grady White 325 Freedom

We have been very pleased with Mitch’s services, he has gone above and beyond our  expectations and an altogether superior experience than we’ve had with any previous marine  surveyor.

Steve and Heather Dunn

New Boat Owners from Canada

From the beginning, we  knew Mitch was a great choice. A great example of hiring a surveyor actually saving the buyer money overall.

All NYC Yachts

The information presented has been thorough and comprehensive providing us with essential information we need to access a vessel's condition and value.

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President Blue Water Insurance

Mitch has been a real pleasure to work with. He is obviously very skilled and knowledgeable regarding Marine Surveying, reconstruction, and operating systems and was very generous with his time when we had questions.

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Thank you for all your candid comments and excellent work and professional attitude. I would recommend you to anyone wishing to purchase a boat.

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Yacht Survey Partners | Superyacht survey specialists

Marine surveyors and consultants supporting the superyacht industry

Yacht Survey Partners are global marine surveyors and superyacht consultants providing pre purchase surveys, condition surveys and post casualty surveys for both hull machinery and P&I claims, casualty support including salvage, technical consultancy, expert witness and dispute resolution.

We specialise in yachts above 30 meters in length (both power and sail) with a particular focus on superyachts above 40 metres combining our yachting experience and knowhow with first class support to our clients including the world’s leading yacht brokers, managers, law firms, marine underwriters and insurance brokers.

We combine extensive technical knowledge and experience in the luxury yacht market with an excellent commercial understanding of brokerage, new build, refit and insurance markets, making us exceptionally well placed to provide sound objective advice in all aspects of marine surveying.

PRE PURCHASE SURVEYS

Pre purchase surveys form a significant part of our business. We work Globally, with assignments in the last 12 months in the USA, Hong Kong, South Africa, Northern Europe and all over the Mediterranean. We only survey yachts larger than 40 metres, whether motor or sailing yachts. We have extensive experience in surveying yachts larger than 70 metres. The largest yacht that we have surveyed to date is 124m. However, given the team’s experience and our highly scalable survey system, we are happy to survey much larger yachts.

We pride ourselves on our responsiveness throughout all stages of the survey process. This means that you will receive a fully costed proposal within 48 hours of your request. It means that we will do our best to accommodate even the tightest of timelines. And above all, it means rapid reporting: the buyer’s team are kept abreast of progress during the survey. A final written report is generally issued within 3 working days of our team stepping off the yacht.

We pride ourselves in embracing technology to optimise the survey process. Our cloud based survey platform not only enables us to deliver industry leading reports within time timeframes, but it also offers the buyer’s team a uniquely powerful tool to understand issues, solutions, priorities, costs and timeframes. The software can also greatly assist with post-closing transitions to new yacht managers and also with refit planning.

For our clients, we aim to offer a seamless service from first enquiry, through survey planning, execution, reporting and follow up.

For the yachts that we survey, we pride ourselves on being easy to work with: efficient, organised, polite, easygoing and experienced. All our surveyors have served at sea themselves.

If you would like to know more about our superyacht Pre Purchase Surveys, please click the link here .  If you would like to read more about the Superyacht Survey process, please follow this link .

CONDITION SURVEYS

We are often retained to undertake condition surveys, either to assist Owners and Brokers in preparing a yacht for sale, or to assist Owners and yacht managers in planning a major refit, or where underwriters require an up-to-date condition survey prior to agreeing policy renewal.

Our condition surveys follow the same general approach as our pre purchase surveys, with the seamless service from first enquiry, through survey planning, execution, reporting and follow up. Our condition surveys provide the same industry leading reports within time tight timeframes, backed up by our unique web-based survey platform. 

If you would like to know more about our superyacht Condition Surveys, please click the link here .

INSURANCE SURVEYS

We work for the leading marine hull & machinery underwriters, P&I clubs and insurance brokers, providing insurance claim support, mostly for yachts of over 30 metres in length. We support insurers throughout the life of a claim, from initial investigation and fact finding, damage surveys, review of repair specifications, review of repair quotations, overseeing repairs and at the completion of the repair process, review and approval of accounts.

At any one time we are engaged in supporting a wide range of ongoing claims, including fire, floods, groundings, collisions, allisions, paint damage, lightning strikes, extreme weather damage, tender damage, machinery breakdown, abnormal corrosion, latent damage and design defects. The only claims that we don’t support are crew medical and personal accident.

Our services include a 24/7 emergency response service, where we have in the past arranged tugs for salvage and recovery, towage to a safe haven or towage to a shipyard for repairs or to stand by a yacht where insurers deem that it would be prudent for a damaged yacht to be escorted to safe haven. We have also consulted on towage approval plans and assisted yacht management companies as part of their own emergency response plans.

If you would like to know more about our Insurance Surveys and Insurance Claim Support, please click the link here .

If you need to contact our 24/7 Emergency Response Service, please click the link here .

TECHNICAL CONSULTANCY

Our technical consultancy services have included providing advice to Owners during complex repairs and refits, major insurance claims, refit planning, preparations for Class surveys, capex and opex budgeting and dispute resolution.

If you would like to know more about our Technical Consultancy, please click the link here .

We specialise in providing technical support including specification and contract reviews, milestone/ progress surveys, pre delivery harbour and sea trials, warranty list management, dispute resolution and providing technical support for the Owner’s team.

If you would like to know more about our New Build Technical Support, please click the link here .

We specialise in providing technical support including refit specification and contract reviews, milestone/progress surveys, pre delivery harbour and sea trials, warranty list management, dispute resolution and providing technical support for the Owner’s team.

If you would like to know more about our Refit Technical Support, please click the link here .

SHIPYARD SERVICES

We are happy to work with shipyards as well as Owners and yacht managers. Our work includes dispute resolution, JH143, technical audits and technical consultancy.

If you would like to know more about our Shipyard Services please click the link here .

LEGAL SUPPORT

We work with a number of leading marine law firms, providing technical support on complex cases, assistance with dispute resolution, review of technical specifications within new build and refit contracts, insurance claim support, expert witness and of course sale and purchase.

If you would like to know more about our Legal Support Services please click the link here .

Yacht Survey Partners was founded by Richard Franklin, who was previously global head of Braemar Yacht Services. Having built the business to become recognised as one of the leaders in the yachting industry, Richard formed Yacht Survey Partners in 2021.

Our international team of Yacht Surveyors have all served time at sea as Superyacht Captains and Chief Engineers, and ashore as Technical Managers, Project Managers and Superintendents. They all have in depth technical yachting knowledge combined with extensive superyacht survey experience.

Yacht Survey Partners also work closely with a range of specialist marine technical service providers in areas such as electrical systems, marine engineering, AVIT, paint and naval architecture, bringing in their support as required.

RECENT PROJECTS

Yacht Survey Partners work with many of the world’s most respected yacht builders, shipyards and superyacht owners undertaking a range of marine surveys including dry dock inspections, sea trials and acceptance trials.

We are experienced in working to tight deadlines and in many cases handover our final report within a few days of leaving the yacht.

In recent months we have completed pre purchase surveys on many yachts with an average length of 62 metres and a combined total of 28,000 gross tonnes including some of the most high profile superyachts to change hands in recent years.

Below is a selection of our most recent superyacht surveys.

47m San Lorenzo Explorer Yacht in Antigua

95m Lurssen Kismet survey

55m Damen support yacht survey

Goose (ex Atlantic Goose) pre purchase survey

45m Feadship Blue Sky survey

65m Feadship Callisto survey

55m Research Vessel R/V ODYSSEY survey

53m Sailing Yacht PINK GIN VI survey

56m Vitters new build sailing yacht acceptance trials

Yacht Survey Partners are based in London with surveyors in key yachting locations around the globe including Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Tarragona, La Ciotat, Marseille, Antibes, Monaco, Genoa, Livorno and Fort Lauderdale.

Whether you need a superyacht survey, technical advice or claims support, a member of our team is on hand wherever and whenever you need to provide urgent assistance and advice.

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8 Things A Marine Surveyor Wants You To Know

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If you've never had a marine survey before, here are some things to help make the experience better.

It's not hard to make a surveyor smile. All it takes is a little prep work on your behalf. (Photo: Mark Corke)

Over the years, BoatUS has written plenty on the importance of getting a marine survey on a boat you're considering buying, and for good reason. For many people, a boat may be the second biggest purchase they make, after a house, and there's a lot at stake financially.

Many insurance companies and banks require a Condition and Valuation survey in order to provide coverage or financing. But if you've never had a boat surveyed you might be wondering what to expect when you do need one. BoatUS Magazine's  contributing editor and accredited marine surveyor, Mark Corke, offers up this advice.

Do Your Research Ahead Of Time

Decide what sort of boat you want and need. Have a look at a few models, then narrow down the list to one or two before you engage a surveyor. A surveyor has looked at hundreds or thousands of boats during his career and can offer advice on many boats, but he does not know which boat will suit you. One of my clients, after having me check out several boats, eventually asked me if I thought he should buy a power or sailboat! You'll need to have your choices much narrower than that. The last thing a surveyor wants to do is tell you what kind of boat is best for you.

It's Not Just About The Cost

Don't choose a surveyor on price alone. Of course you need to know up front what the cost of the survey will be, but it could be a case of "if you don't pay now, you'll pay later." That bargain-basement-price survey could cost you in the long run should the surveyor miss some important fault on the boat.

If problems are caught before inking the deal, you have the option of renegotiating the price or getting faults corrected before you take delivery of the boat. While there is no guarantee that you will get more from a more expensive surveyor, as in all things, you typically get what you pay for. Prices are generally around $20 to $22 per foot, but if you're quoted $12 per foot you need to ask yourself why.

Surveyors often get concerned when a client asks for a cheap survey because "it's only for insurance." Most surveyors are professionals and want you to be happy with your boat and ensure your safety on the water. In return, you want him or her to spot any deficiencies with the boat. Surveyors need to be able to stand behind their work (possibly even in the courtroom), and doing a "light" survey doesn't help anyone. Most surveyors have a set fee based on the size and type of boat, the type of survey, travel costs, and so on.

By all means ask how much the surveyor charges, but don't wait until the day of the survey and then try to start negotiating the fee. You have the right to back out of the purchase up until your contract acceptance deadline, which is often at least several days after the survey date. If you change your mind about the boat after the survey is done, the surveyor still has to be paid. Most surveyors expect payment on the day the service is completed. Surveyors typically won't send out the completed survey report until they get paid. It's the surveyor's version of "no cash, no splash."

The Surveyor Works For You Only

You'll be paying the bill, so it's important that you understand that the surveyor reports only to you. He doesn't share his findings with anyone else unless you specifically request it. If you have a broker acting as your buyer's agent, then you may ask that the surveyor send a copy of the survey to the agent as it makes your broker's job easier if he's asking for things to be addressed. Keep in mind that a survey is only good for a specific time because it's really a snapshot of what the boat was like on a specific day. Old surveys should not be relied upon.

Make Sure The Boat Is Prepared

If you are asking a surveyor to come to your boat to perform an insurance survey, make sure that the surveyor has access. Don't expect him or her to empty out lockers of heavy anchors, bags of sails, and boxes of spare parts. The surveyor needs to look at the mechanical parts of the boat, and it causes delays to have to move tons of stuff out of the way. If in doubt, ask the surveyor what he needs before he arrives. He won't expect everything to be off the boat, but he will appreciate reasonable access. One client asked me to survey his 33-foot sailboat, but it turned out that the entire contents of a small apartment seemed to have been crammed aboard. If that wasn't bad enough, the boat also had a Great Dane aboard!

The condition of hoses and rigging are just a couple of things that the surveyor will check. (Photo: Mark Corke)

Don't Get In The Surveyor's Way

Most surveyors like it when the buyer is at the survey. They can answer questions and point out things of interest on the boat that may not find their way into the survey report. That being said, it makes the job slower if you hover. Allow the surveyor to do his job — you'll get a complete written report about everything he sees.

A Sea Trial Is Not A Boat Ride

The purpose of a sea trial is to check the boat's systems, engines, generators, electronics, and other parts that cannot be inspected while the boat is not under commission or is "on the hard." The surveyor will need to pay close attention to the engines, helm, and systems, and how the boat handles. To get the most from a sea trial, leave the kids, dog, and Aunt Kate at home. They can get a ride on the boat later, assuming you buy it. Too many folks on the boat makes it difficult for the surveyor to do the job properly.

Surveyors Are Happy To Talk Things Over With You

Most surveyors are only too happy to talk to you about the survey process, especially if this is your first time employing a surveyor. They will also answer questions after the survey, so don't be scared to call them up if you see something in a survey report that you don't understand. Surveyors are on boats every day, but owners and buyers may not always understand some of the technical terms.

Relationships Are Important

Surveyors want to build solid relationships, because their reputations are at stake. There's a saying experienced surveyors tell newbies: You're only as good as your last survey. Marine surveyors are often independent businesses and want you to call them first when you buy your next boat and also to recommend them to friends and family. If you have a problem with a survey (or a surveyor) don't hesitate to bring it up.

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How Much Does A Boat Survey Cost?

If you’re seriously thinking about the prospect of buying a boat – or guaranteeing the safety and structural integrity of your current vessel – one question that may be on your mind is this: How much does a boat survey cost? The cost of a boat survey – internet searchable as “ boat survey cost ” or “boat surveyor cost” – can vary greatly depending on a number of factors. In the following, we will explore these factors and provide you with valuable insights into what to expect when hiring a marine surveyor.

Factors Affecting Boat Survey Cost

Below are some of the factors that can affect the cost of carrying out a boat survey:

• Type of Survey : The type of survey you need plays a big part in determining the boat survey cost. There are several types of marine surveys, including pre-purchase surveys, insurance surveys, marina admittance surveys, and haul-out surveys. Each type serves a specific purpose and comes with its own pricing structure.
• Boat Size : The size of your boat also plays an important role in determining the cost of the survey. Larger vessels usually require more time and effort to inspect thoroughly. That can result in higher boat surveyor costs.
• Location: The geographical location of the survey can affect the cost. Marine surveyors may charge different amounts depending on the region or country where the survey is conducted.
• Complexity of the Boat : The complexity of your boat, including its age, design, and systems, can affect the boat survey cost. Older boats or those with complicated systems might need more in-depth inspections. That can lead to higher expenses.
• Additional Services : Some boat surveyors offer additional services, such as sea trials or moisture meter testing. These optional services can increase the final boat survey cost.
• Surveyor’s Experience : The experience and qualifications of the marine surveyor you hire can also influence the cost. Highly experienced surveyors might charge higher fees for their expertise.

Types of Boat Surveys and Their Costs

A pre-purchase survey is needed when you’re considering buying a boat. It provides a complete assessment of the vessel’s condition, helping you make a much better decision. The boat survey cost for a pre-purchase survey typically ranges from a few hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on the factors mentioned above.

Insurance companies frequently require an insurance survey to determine a vessel’s insurability and set appropriate coverage rates. The boat survey cost for insurance purposes can vary but is usually more affordable than a pre-purchase survey. It can range from a couple of hundred to over a thousand dollars.

Marinas may require a survey of your boat before granting admission to their facilities. The cost of a marina admittance survey is pretty moderate, often falling within the lower range of survey costs.

Haul-out surveys are conducted when a boat is removed from the water for inspection and maintenance. These surveys can be more labor-intensive and may have higher boat surveyor costs because of the additional effort needed for a thorough inspection.

Choosing the Right Marine Surveyor

When choosing a marine surveyor , it’s important to think about their qualifications, experience, and reputation in the industry. While cost is a factor, it should not be the singular determination in your decision. A skilled and experienced surveyor can provide you with a thorough and accurate assessment of your vessel – and that can save you money in the long run by identifying any hidden issues.

The boat survey cost, also referred to as “boat surveyor cost,” can vary based on things like the type of survey, boat size, location, complexity of the vessel, additional services, and the surveyor’s experience. Remember to obtain multiple quotes and pick a marine surveyor who can provide a complete assessment of your boat’s condition. By investing in a quality survey, you can guarantee the safety and value of your vessel for years to come.

At Lawson Marine Surveyors, we offer numerous types of services, including pre-purchase surveys, insurance surveys, marina admittance surveys, and haul-out surveys. Our goal is to assure the safety and structural integrity of every vessel assignment. We’ll spend as much time as needed to achieve this goal. We follow a strict code of ethics with continuing education all year long. We will answer every question you may have regarding the inspection we have been hired to do.

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If your a buyer with either many years of  experience to your first purchase, I am glad to assist your every question and explain why my 43+ years of experience in surveying makes all the world of difference in the quality of survey findings and how a new surveyor may very likely miss many things that only Experience can find and uncover.

If your a buyer with either many years of  experience to your first purchase, I am glad to assist your every question and explain why my 43+ years of experience in surveying makes all the world of difference in the quality of survey findings and how a new surveyor may very likely miss many things that only Experience can find and uncover.  This is the most detailed of inspections and will take a day or more aboard plus additional day to compile the report.

If you have owned your vessel for awhile and get the request from your Underwriter agent that you need an "INSURANCE CONDITION & VALUATION SURVEY" This is an inspection of the vessel from a more basic view and is used to uncover safety issues that you may not be aware of at a reduced price.  It is compiled with SAFETY in mind for your vessel and your family aboard. 

I conduct gasoline engine surveys of all types with trial run testing, compression testing and oil sample analysis to determine the conditions of inboards and outboards.

Diesel engines are also inspected externally and with oil analysis when a Diesel Specialist is not aboard in conjunction with most buyers surveys

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Thorough Yacht Surveys, Promptly Reported, Clearly Explained.

• Experienced Yacht Surveyor specialising in leisure craft
• Authorised Small Commercial Vessel Surveyor on behalf of the UK Marine and Coastguard Agency
• Reports delivered promptly, most within 2 working days of leaving the boat
• Over 1000 vessels surveyed

Working in the Marine Industry since 1988, and on small craft since 2007, our surveyor has been elected a fellow member of all of three major surveyor associations : Royal Institution of Naval Architects, Yacht Designers and Surveyors (YDSA), and the International Institution of Marine Surveying (IIMS). 

We can undertake small commercial vessel (Coding) surveys for the following certifying authorities :

• RYA (Royal Yachting Association)
• IIMS (International Institution of Marine Surveying)

Maple Marine is an independent yacht survey company with an international outlook.

We have a reputation for performing thorough surveys. 

Our role is to inspect the boat in an objective, fair and independent way, factually reporting on the condition of the boat.

We highlight both the good features as well as the defects, giving a rounded assessment of the boat as we find it.

“I really am very impressed with the quality, thoroughness, depth and professionalism of the survey you carried out on the boat last week. There probably isn’t that much to do with boats with which we can ever feel that we have achieved great value but I truly feel in the case of your survey that on this occasion you have provided just that.” Glenn Haley.

The aim is to report in a prompt manner, finishing and delivering the report the as quickly as practicable. We know that prompt receipt of the report is important to you so you can complete the purchase, be able to use your boat commercially, or have your boat repaired at the earliest opportunity.

“Very impressed with Martin his explaining of everything on the day was good and clear taking the time to explain the details and the process. The best part for me was that he rang up before the Survey was sent to explain the key findings. A very professional and knowledgeable person who I would recommend to everyone. Thanks Martin for making the process a pleasure” Paul Reynolds

Before we send you the report we normally talk to you in order to go through our findings so you have a good understanding of the issues and recommendations before you read the report. In this way you can ask for clarification and gain a full understanding of what is behind each of the findings.

Our aim is to provide you with a clear understanding of the condition of the vessel so you can make your decisions with confidence.

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