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ACCIDENT, FRAUD & THEFT
Damage Survey
A damage survey is typically required when there's been an accident
or damage to a vessel. Why is hiring an independent surveyor to
represent the boat a smart thing to do?
Investigations
Maritime Vessel Surveying, Inc. works for plaintiffs
or defendants in identifying the cause and orgin of such things
as manufacturing defects, structural defects, sinkings, groundings,
all types of theft or damage, etc.
Legal/Expert Witness
Maritime Vessel Surveying, Inc. professional service
of representing vessel owners and/or insurance underwriters in
legal cases requiring an "expert witness".
SURVEY/PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Corrosion Control
Your boat's underwater metal fittings such as propellers, shafts,
struts, and thru-hulls are susceptible to electro-chemical corrosion.
Read what can occur on your boat.
Oil Sample Analysis
Though oil analysis is intended as part of an ongoing sampling
and maint-enance program, a single test can still tell a great
deal about the health of an engine. Read why it's recommended
to have your oil analyzed once a year so lubricating deficiencies
are detected early, saving you thousands of dollars in
repair costs.
Osmosis Evaluation
Ignoring an osmosis problem often results in a severe blister
problem . Many boat owners are opting early on to have their vessels
tested for early signs of the developing crisis. As in many other
deteriorating conditions, initiating protective measures can save
a great deal of worry and expense later on.
Ultrasound
Testing
Underwater Hull Inspection
Underwater Machinery consists of propeller, struts, stern drive
units, bushings, rudders and various other items necessary for
the operation of a boat. Their are no gas stations on the water,
many break-downs result from problems with these parts! These should
be inspected for galvanic or stray current corrosion damage and
wear.
With correctly running underwater machinery your boat will last longer and
run better. Learn what to look for, what preventative measures
can be taken.
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BUYING/SELLING/CUSTOM
Documentation
Vessel documentation is a one time process, a federal certificate
of ownership issued by the USCG. Read here to find out what you
may need and why.
Consultation
Custom-New
Built Vessels
Understand why hiring a professional marine surveyor can save
you time and money on new or custom built vessels.
Insurance Surveys
This inspection is performed so that the insurance company can
determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. It establishes
the vessel's general condition/value and defects, damages or hazardous
safety conditions which are likely to result in loss or damage.
Prepurchase\Condition/Valuation
Sea Trial
The sea trial involves not only per-formance testing the vessel
and its engines, but is also the time when many major systems are
checked out. It can be crucial in the discovery of potential problems
with the vessels operating mechanics and instrumentation.
USCG Safety Decal
This placard represents that your vessel is now equipped for safety
per USCG regulations and has the proper documentation.
Walk-Through
Inspection
An inspection to provide an objective opinion of the claims made
on the broker listing or published advertisement for the vessel
you are considering buying.
OTHER SERVICES
On Board Instruction
Personalized instruction on-board your new vessel to help familiarize
you with the handling, operation of equipment, etc.
Capt.
Stan's FAQS
Captain Konz has provided some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
and answers to the services provided by Maritime Vessel Surveying,
Inc.. Read them here.
Links
Links pertaining to buying a boat, marine surveys, safety and
related topics.
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