Types of survey available

All surveys are accepted by all marine insurance companies and finance houses, and are backed up with professional indemnity insurance.

Yacht and small craft pre-purchase surveys

Carried out to determine the condition of the vessel in detail, reporting on defects, problems that can affect the vessels condition, safety and value. This survey, reports on Hull structure, superstructure, keel/ballast, stern gear, steering, spars and rigging, sails, deck fittings, ground tackle, windows and hatches, lifesaving and safety equipment, fuel installation, propulsion machinery, DC & AC electrical systems, navigation equipment, fresh water system, bilge system, seacocks, domestic equipment and internal furnishings.
Pre purchase surveys are often required by financial institutions lending money against a vessel and can be used to satisfy insurers.

Pre-purchase structural condition survey

This survey is restricted to the structural condition of the hull and deck and all structural members and attachments. This includes the internal structure, keel, steering gear, deck fittings, stern gear and through hull fittings.

Insurance surveys

Similar to pre purchase surveys. Insurers require a survey report to ensure that the vessel is a reasonable risk and that the condition is seaworthy.

Damage surveys

Damage surveys are often requested by insurance companies after a claim has been made.

Osmosis inspections and other services

Osmosis inspections. Assesment of blistering. The following material groups are covered; GRP, Steel (including ultrasonic testing), composite and timber.