Maupin Marine Surveys is based in Port Townsend, Washington, one of the yachting centers of the Pacific Northwest. We have experience surveying all types of pleasure vessels. Our surveys and inspection work reflect our depth of experience in the marine world.

Marine Survey Services Offered

Pre-Purchase Marine Survey

This is the most comprehensive type of marine survey and is recommended when purchasing a used vessel. Overall condition and valuation of the vessel will be examined. This survey covers structural integrity, electrical systems, general propulsion system, fuel system, other machinery, navigation equipment, miscellaneous on-board systems, cosmetic appearance, electronics, and overall maintenance as well as out-of-water underbody inspection. However we do not perform engine surveys or sailboat rigging surveys, preferring instead for your protection to refer you to the appropriate experts in those fields if we feel such a survey is warranted.

Marine Insurance Survey

Insurance Surveys are performed so that the insurance company can determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. Your insurer is interested in structural integrity and safety for its intended use. Most insurance companies require a marine survey on boats every four to five years, and they also want verification of the vessel's fair market value.

Offshore Marine Survey

Your insurance company may require a marine survey to determine if your vessel is properly outfitted and equipped for that offshore passage to California, the South Pacific or beyond.

Marine Appraisal Inspection

Marine appraisal inspections are performed to gather enough information to justify or determine the fair market value of the vessel. This is normally needed for financing, estate settlements, donations and legal cases.

Damage Survey

Damage surveys are performed to assess the extent of damage, recommend repairs, estimate repair cost, and if requested, possible cause.

 

A full itemization of existing defects and substandard maintenance conditions.

Advice on equipment or systems that are about to fail or are likely to do so.

A full accounting of all unsafe conditions.

An accurate appraisal of the vessels fair market value

Testimonials
Jim Maupin:
"Thank you for your marine survey of "G-Day". I feel you were very effective in keeping me advised and understanding of what was going on. Your time with the buyer was also done clearly and professionally." Thanks, Mike Fleming

Thank you Jim,
"Great pictures. I also wanted to thank you for such a thorough job and survey. It was very professional and I feel comfortable knowing you spent the time to inspect our boat so carefully. Anna and I feel strongly that if you need testimonials, we would be glad to answer questions your prospective clients may have. Feel free also to use our survey as an example for others that would like to see samples of your work."

Thank you again and take care,
Marc Youngberg