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Vessel Surveys: Power, Sail, Antique
Condition & Value Surveys
Container surveys
Barge Drafting and Inspection
Damage Surveys
Claims Investigaton

Salvage Assistance
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Underwriting Surveys
Cargo Loss Surveys

Vessel Surveys: Power, Sail, Antique

These inspections are to determine the condition and value of a vessel. This inspection usually includes such items as structural integrity, out-of-water inspection, sea trial, electrical systems, propulsion systems, fuel systems, machinery, navigational, and other miscellaneous on board systems. The vessel is also examined for electronics, and over all maintenance. The inspection is done in accordance with the recommendations and requirements of the ABYC (American Boating and Yachting Counsel), the NFPA (National Fire Prevention Association), and to assure the vessel is in compliance with the CFR (Code of Federal Regulations). A detailed report is compiled and accompanied by recommendations concerning compliance with these standards as applicable. Pictures of items of special interest are also included along with the report.

Condition & Value Surveys

Surveys can provide excellent information on the vessels over all condition and expected value. The surveyor reports the condition in accessible areas. The information is reliable but not guaranteed. Most insurance companies and banks require a survey, especially when the vessel is older. They need to know the fair market value in order to finance or insure the vessel. However, the most important reason to conduct a survey is to assess the vessel for passenger and crew safety. We also provide post-accident vessel inspection and investigation and will provide a report as to damage and probable cause of the accident.

Container Surveys

Container surveys are to determine the quality of a container, and certify it for international shipping.

Barge Drafting and Inspection

Draft surveys verify the amount of cargo in each barge. We specialize in dry cargo barge inspection, as well as non-hazardous liquid cargo. We work locally with many discharge and loading ports to ensure that the cargo loaded is accurate to the customers' needs. On-site inspection of barges ensures fast and accurate information about damage incurred during transit.