Yacht Surveys

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 I  am an Accredited Marine Surveyor with  the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS®) and a member of the International Institute of Marine Surveying (IIMS).  I have achieved the Master Technician designation by the American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC).  There are many people who claim to be “Accredited” or “Licensed” in Ontario who will perform surveys for as little as $8/foot – but be careful…yacht surveying is highly un-regulated; and (as with many things in life) you get what you pay for!  I have met many disappointed boat owners who bought boats only to find out that they were less than seaworthy and required an extensive re-fit which was not reflected in the pre-purchase survey they commissioned.

I will perform a detailed in- and/or out-of-the-water inspection of your boat and provide a comprehensive report of the state of the boat's electrical systems, mechanical and propulsion systems, plumbing, electronics, rigging, hull (both above and below waterline), deck, and safety equipment.  I will take moisture readings and use percussive sounding to detect defects within the fiberglass hull; defects which are not visible to the eye and which the owner may not even be aware of.

My report will provide a detailed description including (but not limited to) such things as:

• areas where the boat is not compliant with current ABYC and/or Transport Canada safety standards (including what steps need to be taken to bring the boat up to compliance).
• suggested repairs and/or maintenance which may be required in the short-, medium-, and long-term to provide you with a 'road-map' to ensure the boat remains safe and enjoyable for the years to come.
• an estimated market resale value for the boat.

The findings of a pre-purchase survey can often be used to negotiate down the asking price of the boat.  Many deficiencies are not apparent to the untrained eye; and a purchase without a professional comprehensive survey can cost the buyer a lot more money down the road.

My Fees:

My fees are aligned with other SAMS® Surveyors in the Greater Toronto Area.  

Vessel   LOA < 25’ (minimum fee applies)            $ 500.00

Vessels 26’ and < 30’ LOA                                            $ 21 / ft.

Vessels 30’ and < 40’ LOA                                            $ 22 / ft.

Vessels 40’ and < 43’ LOA                                            $ 23 / ft.

Vessels 43’ and greater                                                Please ask for quote

Vessels built prior to 1995                                          add $1/foot

Pre-Purchase Surveys                                                  add $2/foot

Oil / Fuel Sample Analysis                                          Priced upon request

Commercial Surveys                                                    Please ask for quote

Additional Fees:

Travel (no charge to TS&CC, Boulevard, MCC, EYC)      $ 1/km driven plus parking 

Toronto Island (additional fee)                                              $ 75.00

Sea-Trails* & Hang-time (in lift)                                             $ 100.00 / hr

(*includes moving Vessel to lift in another harbour) 

Please contact me at geoff@bluewatermarineservices.ca if you have further questions or to schedule your Marine Survey!