A Pre‑Purchase Survey (Full Condition & Value) provides a comprehensive assessment of a vessel’s overall condition and fair market value. It includes a detailed inspection of the hull, machinery, onboard systems, and required safety equipment to determine seaworthiness, operational readiness, and regulatory compliance. This survey gives buyers, owners, banks and insurers a clear, accurate understanding of the vessel’s true condition and market worth based on real‑world findings. Pricing ranges from $20–$28 per foot, depending on the vessel’s size, systems, and overall complexity.

An insurance marine survey—also called a risk survey—is an inspection performed to determine whether a vessel is safe, seaworthy, and acceptable for insurance coverage. The survey documents the condition of the hull, onboard systems, and required safety equipment, identifying any deficiencies that may increase operational or liability risk. Insurers use this objective report to establish coverage terms, policy requirements, and an accurate insured value based on the vessel’s true condition. Pricing typically ranges from $15–$20 per foot, depending on the vessel’s size, systems, and overall complexity.

An Underwater Hull and Equipment Survey using an ROV provides a detailed visual inspection of a vessel’s submerged structure without the need for divers or drydocking. The ROV captures high‑resolution footage of the hull, running gear, intakes, and other underwater components to identify damage, fouling, corrosion, or anomalies. This method delivers a safe, efficient, and cost‑effective assessment that supports maintenance planning, insurance requirements, and operational readiness. We also offer search and recovery services for gear, equipment etc. Prices start at $250 per hour.

Expert Witness - Marine Investigations. As an expert witness in marine investigations, I provide clear, objective, and experience‑driven analysis to support legal proceedings involving vessel operations, marine casualties, equipment failures, and regulatory compliance. My testimony is grounded in more than 15 years of hands‑on marine surveying experience, combined with deep operational knowledge from serving as Chief Officer aboard U.S.-flagged commercial vessels.

I offer authoritative insight into vessel condition, seamanship practices, navigational decisions, maintenance standards, and industry‑accepted safety procedures. My role is to translate complex maritime issues into clear, defensible findings that assist attorneys, insurers, and courts in understanding the technical factors that contributed to an incident.

Services include document and evidence review, accident reconstruction analysis, expert reports, deposition testimony, and courtroom testimony. All opinions are based on established maritime standards, regulatory frameworks, and real‑world operational experience, ensuring credibility, accuracy, and impartiality throughout the investigative and litigation process. Prices Start at $250 per hour plus travel.

Additional Services:

• Outboard Motor Compression Test: Per Quote

• Drive by Evaluation (Ideal for out of state buyers who want to know general condition of the vessel before pursuing a full survey) $150 per hour plus travel.

• Vessel Walk Through (No Report, Just Visual Inspection & Verbal Recommendations): $150 per hour plus travel.

• Vessel Delivery: $1000 per day plus travel.