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What is a survey?
A critical and thorough examination/inspection of a yacht/boat for either the insurance, financing bank, pre-purchase, damage, etc. purposes.
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What is a pre-purchase survey?
This is the most comprehensive type of marine survey inspections and is strongly advised when purchasing a new or used yacht/boat. Condition and overall operation of the yacht/boat will be examined. This survey inspection includes such items as structural integrity, out of water inspections, sea trial, electrical systems, propulsion system, fuel system, machinery, all onboard systems, cosmetic appearance, electronics and overall maintenance, safety, etc.
This type of survey evaluates the condition of a yacht/boat and determines its current fair market value. It assures the owner, the insurance company and/or financial institution that the yacht/boat meets U.S. Coast Guard and ABYC (among others) safety standards and that it is adequately insured for enough value to replace it if it is damaged or lost.
