Yachting

A professional pre-purchase survey is a critical element in the purchasing process of a yacht. Our yacht surveyors uncover any defects or potential problems which may arise, thereby reducing the risks to the buyer of unexpected repairs costs and operational downtime, prior to the completion of the purchase agreement. The information can be used by the buyer in the purchase decision or price negotiation. It should be noted that the buyer may not have any recourse against a seller if defects are discovered after the purchase agreement has been signed.

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The scope of the survey can be tailored to the individual requirements of a client. It normally includes a full survey of all accessible areas of a yacht including the inspection of structural elements, machinery installation, emergency systems, specialist equipment, power and water systems, and domestic installations.  

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Our survey reports may be used by buyers to fulfil the requirements of yacht insurers for a pre-purchase survey to be performed, to substantiate the general condition and value of a yacht. The survey reports will list our recommendations in three categories as follows:

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1. Severe defects which require immediate attention

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2. Works to be carried out at a later date including maintenance              tasks available for the end of season (e.g. cosmetic defects)

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3. Early indications of potential issues that do not require immediate      attention but that need to be monitored (e.g. osmosis)