CAN I BE PRESENT AT THE TIME OF THE SURVEY?
I welcome all clients to be present, and I have no problem explaining as I conduct the survey.
HOW IS PAYMENT TO BE MADE?
Certified check, bank money order or cash -- PERSONAL CHECKS ARE ACCEPTED. Payment is DUE upon the day of survey.
HOW LONG DOES A SURVEY TAKE?
The survey can run anywhere from 2 to 6 hours depending on the size of the vessel and 2 to 12 hours in the office to thoroughly prepare the survey report
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
I charge a fee based on the size of the vessel. For example: a 30-foot vessel would be $ per foot times 30 feet. This charge covers only the actual cost of the survey or what type of survey you go with. We also perform osmosis and corrosion analysis, engine compression testing, and sea trials for a very reasonable charge.
HOW DO I GET MY REPORT?
I can email you a PDF file of the report or I can mail you a hard copy of the report. The report will be done with in 48 hours or sooner. (**Maybe even the same day of the survey)
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO THE FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS?
My survey advises the financial institution of the value of your vessel. Usually vessels are financed up to a certain percentage of their value. The remainder is your down payment.
HOW OFTEN IS THE SURVEY REQUIRED?
It will depend on the insurance company, the value of your vessel and its age. For the sake of safety, insurance companies usually recommended this every 7-10 years.
WHAT IS A CONDITION AND VALUATION SURVEY?
In its simplest terms, a condition and valuation survey is a report on the current condition of a vessel and its current value as judged by geographical location and condition. It assures the insurance company and financial institution that the vessel meets U.S. Coast Guard, National Fire Protection Association & American Boat and Yacht Council safety standards and that it is insured for enough value to replace it if damaged or lost.
WHY A S.A.M.S MARINE SURVEYOR?
The surveyor you choose should be the best one to protect your safety and investment. After all, you have time, money and love invested in your vessel or the vessel you wish to launch. Marine surveying is not a regulated profession. The U.S. Coast Guard does not license, certify or approve marine surveyors. What does this mean to you, the boater or sailor who needs to have a marine survey or appraisal compiled for purchase, insurance, or repair? Basically it means you are almost always left to your own discretion on choosing who inspects your vessel. Accordingly, you must choose your marine surveyor wisely. To help you with this important decision.
WHAT IS A MARINE SURVEY?
A critical examination or inspection of a marine vessel for a specific purpose; the action of ascertaining facts regarding conditions or the condition of something to provide exact information especially to persons responsible or in fact interested; an examination of a vessel or a part of its cargo or equipment to determine its condition, responsibility for damage and disposition to be made.