Prepare for the Survey
Flag Surveys.
Enter the flag and type of registration and we’ll provide you with a helpful guide outlining the equipment requirements.
Prepare for your survey.
First Impressions.
Having things clean and tidy helps give the surveyor a good first impression.
Oil Spills.
Oily bilges and engines does not give a surveyor the warm fuzzies. Ensure things are oil free.
Open and Honest.
Storage compartments, bilges, and other spaces should be unlocked and unblocked.
Logs.
Logbooks should be available for the surveyor to review past maintenance.
Safety First.
Ensure safety equipment, such as flares, are not expired and annual servicing is up-to-date.
Brighten Up.
Ensure lighting, including navigation lights, are operational throughout.
Being Nosey.
Odors can tell the surveyor a lot about a boat. Ensure things are cleaned and smelling fresh.
Documents.
Make sure the Certificate of Registry, Class Documents, and other items are available.
Value Added.
Pre-Purchase surveys can severely impact the sellers wallet if the vessel is dirty and unkempt - so it’s worth repeating that clean and neat is extremely important. A few dings here or there are fine, but a large volume of issues tell the surveyor a story of a vessel that hasn’t been cared for. Additionally, run your refrigerators, air conditioning, bilge pumps, and other equipment to ensure good operation and present a picture of a vessel that has been loved.
Crew Up.
Smaller boats should have the owner or broker present to operate the vessel and run equipment. Large vessel should have a knowledgeable crew available onboard that can assist in operating all equipment onboard and take the surveyor on a sea trial. If no one is available, it may cause the survey to be incomplete, which would be a waste of your money.