Yacht & Marine Surveyors

Should I Survey my potential boat?

The answer is a resounding YES.

In the first instance most insurance companies and banks will require a survey especially on older vessels. They wish to understand the condition and ascertain whether the yacht/boat is a good risk or whether the bank is prepared to lend money on the yacht.

The more pragmatic reason is that knowing the condition and fair market value of your yacht prior to offer and consequent purchase often saves you money. In most instances we are able to save you your survey fee with ease.

If you buy without engaging a Professional Marine Surveyor

• You lose an opportunity to negotiate a final sales price on a used boat.

• You may be unbale to obtain finance or insurance until a survey is submitted.

• You may be out of pocket when your finance/insurance company requires remedial work to the vessel.

However over and above the commerical reasons, the most important reason to survey your vessel is your crew safety.