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shu9265
04-11-2008, 08:34 PM
Can someone please explain this to me?
The insurance company wants a copy of the survey. What is it and how do I get it done?
A marine surveyor is a specialist who will check the overall condition of your boat and rate it. Area's of critical importance in a survey are the stringers, stern and overall structural integrity of the haul. They will check moisture content in these areas. It will cost a few hundred for a survey. It is a good idea to get a survey before you buy a large costly used great lakes boat. If they have been slipped in the water for many years, there can be a risk for rot in the haul. Water can penetrate from leaks or cracked gel coat. Having this done prior to purchase can help you avoid buying a worn out boat. Hope it all goes well for you. Maybe someone here can recommend a good surveyor. I can't since I haven't been in the boat market for a long time. If you don't get a recommendation here, check with marina's around the great lakes or maybe the yellow pages in port cities. Not all surveyors are equal, a recommendation is best.
shu9265
04-11-2008, 09:04 PM
Thank You EdB.
It looks like I am gonna spend some money, cause I need to get one done on mine, for the insurance company.
Priority1
04-11-2008, 09:29 PM
MO MONEY Bill.
shu9265
04-11-2008, 09:37 PM
Yeah Frank.
Break
Out
Another
Thousand
medic
04-12-2008, 04:47 PM
SHU9265,
I'm not sure where you are located, but here is an excellent surveyor. His name and number is:
Capt. Mark Veurink (Reel Action Charters)
14630 144th Ave
Spring Lake, MI 49456
(616) 638-3331
I have used him personally and he does an excellent job at a reasonable rate. Good Luck.
Bill
shu9265
04-12-2008, 05:07 PM
I am located in Painesville, Ohio. Just east of Cleveland.
I got a quote from one guy here in Mentor, Ohio. Wants 20 per foot.
That's 480.00 for my 24'
I'll keep looking.
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