Simon Marine Services
Pre-Purchase Boat Inspection
Long Island Sound | Chesapeake Bay | Rhode Island
Ensure your peace of mind with our pre-purchase boat inspection services. Our expert assessments uncover hidden issues and provide valuable insights into the condition, safety, and value of your investment.
Pre-Purchase Inspection Services
Our pre-purchase boat survey is our most comprehensive inspection and is strongly advised for new or used vessel purchases. Our inspection covers structural, electrical, propulsion, fuel, machinery, navigation, cosmetic, electronic, maintenance aspects, with out-of-water checks and sea trials.
Our pre-purchase survey is an extensive process, requiring a systematic evaluation of every major system and structure. This includes a comprehensive engine analysis, inspection of the electrical system for corrosion and functionality, drone or bosun chair evaluation of the mast and rigging, and a detailed hull inspection.
The primary objective of our pre-purchase boat survey is to provide you with documentation verifying the vessel’s safety, suitability, value, and condition. Our inspection aims to identify any potential issues that may arise in the future.
Our pre-purchase vessel survey typically includes (but is not limited to) the following services:
- Comprehensive Hull, Deck, and Systems Inspection
- In-Water Inspection
- Out of Water Inspection
- Complete Engine Diagnostics/Blowby
- Testing/Computer Diagnostics (inspection varies on engine type)
- Engine Oil Analysis (tests for internal wear and tear and foreign elements)
- Complete Engine, Transmission, and
- Generator Survey
- Moisture Meter Testing
- Corrosion and Stray Current Meter Testing
- Mast, Rigging, and Sail Inspection Using Drone or Bosun Chair (if applicable)
- Full Sea Trial with System Tests and
- Wide-Open Throttle Testing
- Boroscopy and Remote Camera Capabilities, and FLIR/Thermal Camera of Vessel Systems
- Onsite Coolant Testing
- Carbon Monoxide & Combustible Gas Monitoring & Detection
- Engine Safety Inspection
- List of Deficiencies and Recommendations
- Fair Market Value/Actual Cash Value (ACV) and Replacement value
Schedule an Appointment
Schedule your pre-purchase boat inspection appointment today to make an informed investment decision and secure your peace of mind. Schedule now.
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Have your survey conducted at your convenience. Contact us now and we’ll fit into your schedule.
