Survey Types
PRE-PURCHASE/CONDITIONAL SURVEY
Hull & Deck Structure
- Examination of internal & external structure
- Osmosis inspection & moisture meter readings
- Bulkheads, framing & reinforcement
- Security of chain plates, keel, deck hardware etc.
- Hatches, ports, windows
- Skin fittings & sea cocks
- Steering gear
- Stern gear
- Stanchions, hand rails, jack stays
- Bilge pump systems
- Cathodic protection
- Davits, boarding ladders and access
Rig
All inspections will be based on an assessment from deck level
- Mast
- Boom
- Standing rigging
- Running rigging
Machinery
External inspection of installation including bearers, hoses, fuel system, and stern gear.
Oil samples can be taken for analysis if requested.
Electrical
General inspection of electrical installation; the system will be operated but not tested.
Plus inspection of:
- Toilet installations
- Fire fighting equipment
- Gas installations
- Fuel installations
- Ground tackle
- Water systems
- Waste systems
- Generators
- Hydraulics
- Safety Equipment
INSURANCE CONDITION YACHT SURVEY
Insurance companies will require a survey report to be submitted to ascertain the condition of the vessel and allow them to assess the risk of offering insurance cover.
An insurance survey will involve inspection of the structural integrity and assess the general safety of the vessel.
It is advised that you contact your insurance broker to check the scope of the survey required.
OTHER SERVICES INCLUDE:
- EXPERT WITNESS
- BUILD OR REPAIR SUPERVISION
- HULL AND DECK STRUCTURE SURVEY
- OSMOSIS SURVEY
- DAMAGE INSPECTION
- HAND OVER /PDI SURVEY