SAN DIEGO MARINE SURVEYORS
This is a non-profit project.
We provide information on the marine survey, how the process is going, and what to expect.
Our goal is to connect new buyers with marine surveyors here in San Diego.
Types of marine survey
There are different types of Marine Surveys. And depending on your needs, you can choose one of the following boat inspection types. Selecting one of them will navigate you to the list with San Diego Marine Surveyors, who focused on this particular type of surveying.
Pre-purchase survey
A full "Condition & Valuation" (C&V) survey. Includes maritime inspection in and out of the water, sea trials, testing of all boat systems and equipment. Full engine surveying is not included.
Engine survey
A full engine & generator survey is recommended in addition to the regular pre-purchase boat survey. May include a compression check and laboratory testing of oil samples.
Insurance survey
Limited “Condition Assessment” (C&V) yacht inspection. Performed for insurance companies. Different insurance companies may have their own requirements and list what need to be checked.
Superyacht surveying
This is a much more detailed marine survey conducted before buying an expensive, custom-built mega yacht and performed by high-qualified professionals.
Boat appraisal
This is a type of marine survey conducted to determine the approximate cost of the boat. It's used for financing, divorce, estate settlements, or if you want to donate your boat.
Damage survey
Marine damage survey may be required after an accident or storm damage. This inspection determining the nature, cause and extent of damage to a boat.
LIST OF San Diego Boat Surveyors
All information provided on this website is information obtained from open sources or provided by surveyors. We make no warranties, either express or implied.
Please note that “San Diego Marine Surveyors” (www.sandiegomarinesurveyor.com) does not guarantee the performance of any surveyor listed on this website.
If you have any questions regarding the scope of the inspection, its cost, or any other questions related to the inspection, you should discuss them directly with the surveyors.
MR. JOHN JAY FLACHSENHAR, JR
Certified NAMS Surveyor Member since 1977 NAMS-CMS. Graduate Engineer U.C. Berkeley. Extensive experienced with hull and machinery associated with ships, large power craft and small craft. Lives in Dubuque, Iowa (Accept assignment in San Diego per request only).
MR. CHUCK DRISCOLL
Chuck is a native San Diegan and part of the Driscoll family organization. Chuck is a very recognizable figure in the San Diego Boating Community. A graduate of the University of San Diego, Chuck was a local Marine Surveyor with Frank K. Wyatt Marine Surveyors Inc. for twenty one years.
TODD SCHWEDE
Todd & Associates Marine Surveyors & Claims Settling Agents has been a pioneer in Infrared Thermographic marine vessel inspections and has conducted over 1,500 non-destructive infrared boat inspections. We have conducted over 10,000 damaged vessel survey inspections.
BRYAN CLEMONS
Bryan is marine surveyor in San Diego, CA.
The Marine Specialists 832-235-7211
GEORGE JARVIE
George Jarvie (AMS #941) provides the expert analysis you are looking for when you want an impartial assessment of the condition and value of a boat – whether you are an independent buyer of a boat or an insurance company seeking value information.
Jarvie Marine Surveyors 619-997-7992 Email
JOHN PRENTICE
John is marine surveyor in San Diego, CA.
John Prentice MMS 619-241-0640 Email
BILLY FOX
Billy is marine surveyor in San Diego, CA.
Billy Fox Marine Surveyor 619-548-3745 Email
DOUGLAS G. EMLEY
Douglas G. Emley is marine surveyor in San Diego, CA.
Douglas G. Emley, AMS® 619-993-9800
MICHAEL WESTON
Michael is marine surveyor in San Diego, CA.
Michael Weston, AMS® 832-235-7211
DOUGH WRIGHT
Boat Surveyor, Doug Wright, has been surveying sail, power, and commercial vessels for many years in California. And he will present a very informative seminar on what the surveyor looks for and how he examines problems which he may find.
Doug Wright Marine Surveyor 619-222-8882 | 619-395-4491 Email
MICHAEL DICKINSON
Michael is marine surveyor from Dana Point, CA. Serving Southern California: San Diego, Oceanside, Dana Point, Newport Beach, Alamitos Bay, Long Beach, Los Angeles, San Pedro, Willmington, Riverside.So Cal Survey, LLC 949-322-2567
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Do your research online. Talk to people and ask recommendations.
Ask the surveyor what will be checked, how long it will take, and how the report will look like.
Watch videos to know how the marine survey process is going. Check examples of survey checklists.
During the survey ask all questions you have. Marine Surveyor working on your behalf and for you.