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Before you purchase a vessel, it’s critical to diligently assess all aspects of the vessel.
A pre-purchase survey is by far the most extensive survey process, as it requires the surveyor to formally and methodically evaluate each major system and structure. This typically requires a full engine analysis, including computer diagnostics, an evaluation of the vessel’s electrical system (inspection for corrosion, potential fire hazards, and functionality), inspection of the mast and rigging using a drone or bosun chair (as needed), and thorough hull inspection.
The goal of a pre-purchase vessel survey is to provide a prospective boat buyer with documentation to confirm that a vessel is free of operational hazard, suitable for its purpose, appropriately valued, and free of defect or damage, Pre-purchase surveys are also intended to provide the prospective boat buyer (or seller) with indication of issues which may become a problem over time.
Our pre-purchase vessel survey typically includes (but is not limited to) the following services:
- Meticulous Hull, Deck, and Systems Inspection
- In-Water Inspection
- Out of Water Inspection
- Complete Engine Diagnostics/Blowby Testing/Computer Diagnostics (inspection varies on engine type)
- Engine Oil Analysis (tests for internal wear and tear and foreign elements)
- Complete Engine, Transmission, and Generator Survey
- Moisture Meter Testing
- Corrosion and Stray Current Meter Testing
- Mast, Rigging, and Sail Inspection Using Drone or Bosun Chair (if applicable)
- Full Sea Trial with System Tests and Wide-Open Throttle Testing
- Boroscopy and Remote Camera Capabilities, and FLIR/Thermal Camera of Vessel Systems
- Onsite Coolant Testing
- Carbon Monoxide & Combustible Gas Monitoring & Detection
- Engine Safety Inspection
- List of Deficiencies and Recommendations
- Fair Market Value/Actual Cash Value (ACV) and Replacement value