Phone: (281) 334-6844

 CERTIFIED MARINE SURVEYORS

Fax: (281) 334-5078

 
 WHAT DOES A SURVEY CONSIST OF?

In general, a survey is an in-depth examination of the vessel with all anomalies addressed, and with an overall evaluation of the vessel made by a trained observer

The following items should be addressed in any adequately prepared report:

 

  

GENERAL
General Specifications
Vessel Description
Identification Markings
General Construction

TANKAGE
Fuel Tank Construction & Piping
General Specifications
Locations of Tanks
Comments on Fuel Tanks

Water Tank Construction & Piping
General Specifications
Locations of Tanks
Comments on Water Tanks

ACCOMMODATIONS
Berths
Galley Equipment
Heads
Fresh Water System
Heating & A/C Systems


 

SPARS & RIGGING **
Spars & Related Components
Standing Rigging
Chain Plates
Turnbuckles & Toggles
Running Rigging
Winches
Sail Handling Equipment

ELECTRICAL
General Specifications
Battery Containment & Location
AC & DC Grounding Systems
Bonding Systems

INSPECTION AT DRY DOCK
Propellers & Shafts
Cutlass/Stern Bearings
Struts & Zincs
Rudders & Through Hulls
Condition of Side Shell
Condition of Bottom
Keel Connection

ENGINE & AUXILIARY MACHINERY**
General Specifications
Engine Alignment & Foundations
Fuel Filtration System
Air Intake System
Fixed Fire Extinguishing System
Packing Gland Assembly
Exhaust System
Condition of Engine Compartment
Condition of Engine Exterior
General Comments on Engine

INTERNAL COMPONENT EXAMINATION
Bulkhead & Hatches
Mast Step
Portlights
Steering System
Sea Valves
Condition of Interior & Sole

SAFETY
Fire Extinguishers
Bilge Pumps
Personal Floatation Devices
Other Floatation Equipment
Navigation Lighting
Distress Signaling Devices
Horns & Blowers
First Aid Kit

EQUIPMENT & OPTIONS

FAIR MARKET VALUE

Complete Equipment List:

With serial numbers if sighted.

The establishment of the vessel's fair market value taking into consideration all sources available.

Recommendations:

A comprehensive report of all major deficiencies affecting the structure or safety of the vessel.

Observations:

A comprehensive report of all minor deficiencies of a cosmetic or general nature.

  
Summary: A final summation of the overall condition of the vessel.  

**Our surveyors do not conduct mechanical surveys or top of the mast inspections.  We can, however, supply a list of local contractors who perform these inspections upon request for a separate fee.