When is a marine survey recommended?
All vessels
should be inspected by a qualified marine surveyor periodically . The survey
addresses the quality, safety, and long term effects of your investment.
All prospective boat buyers, whether a first time owner or a seasoned pro
should get a survey before purchasing a boat. Both new and used vessels could
have potential problems that professional marine surveyors have the skill and
training to detect. A pre-purchase survey will help you determine if
the vessel is right for you.
Many insurance companies require an insurance survey. The reports I provide
contain all the information required by insurance companies to obtain or renew
your insurance policy.
An appraisal inspection is invaluable to the
seller to set the market value of a vessel you are selling. In addition,
appraisals are also required by financial lenders when refinancing or obtaining
a mortgage.
A damage survey is a comprehensive
inspection of your vessel after a loss or damage. It is usually conducted for
insurance purposes.