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Description of Services
Surveys - What is Included
A full survey of a yacht involves a detailed inspection of all "systems" in the boat to determine the condition and operability. The vessel is evaluated for compliance with federal regulations and with yachting standards as established by the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC). The suitability of the vessel for the intended use is evaluated. The value (purchase and replacement) is determined, based on condition and recent market prices for similar vessels in similar condition in similar geographic area. This information is based on nationwide data of recent actual boat sales.
A thorough survey will take several hours, depending on the size of the vessel and the amount of information that the survey purchaser wishes. The surveyor then spends several hours writing up notes, preparing the report, referencing standards and ascertaining values.
The "end product" is a written report that includes all observations, comments on any problems and issues, with recommendations. The report will include photographs of any areas which deserve special comment or note. The survey report is usually delivered within three days of the inspection.
Systems that are normally evaluated include:
- Hull and Deck (inside, outside, hull-deck joint, thru-hull fittings)
- Propulsion (engine(s), controls, transmission(s), shaft(s), propeller(s), exhaust, cooling)
- Steering (linkage, control, rudder(s), shaft(s))
- Electronics (radios, navigational equipment, instruments)
- Electrical (12v DC, 120v AC, gen set, panels, wiring, lights)
- Plumbing (fresh, salt, sanitary)
- Bilge Pumps (manual, mechanical)
- Tanks (fuel, water, sanitation)
- Rigging (winches, cleats, lines, blocks, rigging and mast up to 6 feet above deck)
- Ground tackle (anchors, rode, windlass)
- Safety Equipment (U. S. Coast Guard requirements)
- Documentation
- Miscellaneous (heating, A/C. audio/visual, etc.)
The survey purchaser may elect to have a "sea trial". Here the surveyor evaluates the vessel while under way.
Surveys - What is Not Included
The surveyor will not remove panels or other attached equipment requiring tools. The surveyor is not responsible for moving personal and boat equipment for access to compartments and other areas that should be inspected. It is the responsibility of the survey purchaser to make these arrangements.
The surveyor inspects for operability of certain things, such as engine(s), electronics and rig. If an in-depth survey or analysis of any of these areas is required, specialists must be retained separately.
If a sea trial is requested, the surveyor will not operate the vessel. A qualified person must be available to do this.
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