FLORIDA BOAT SURVEYORS

Florida Boat & Yacht Surveyors is the premier marine surveyor organization in the state. They offer the latest Marine Surveyor technologies, such as Infrared Thermal Imaging of hulls to detect moisture intrusion, delamination or voids. Engine Diagnostic Computers provide fault codes, test fuel injectors and provide data of engine performance during sea trial. Call their 24 hour staffed toll-free number at 1-866-FLA-BOAT (1-866-352-2628) or visit their website at www.floridasurveyors.com.

The largest Marine Survey, Engineering firm in North America providing marine surveys on pleasure and commercial vessels, forensic and design engineering, and Naval Architecture services to the marine industry, insurers, and litigators.

For pre-purchase, re-insurance, valuation, and damage surveys call Steve Snider. Member of SAMS (Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors), Steve has a SAMS-AMS rating is ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council) accredited. Steve is also a graduate of Chapman School of Marine Surveying and a USCG licensed Captain. He is active in SAMS continuing education programs and provides a thorough and complete marine survey for a fair price that has received praise from pre-purchase clients, insurance and financial institutions. Visa/Mastercard accepted.

Providing ethical, impartial,professional marine surveys and consulting services to the recreational boating community and the commercial maritime industry. Specializing in surveys for pre-purchase,insurance, appraisal and damage surveys. All surveys are done to ABYC standards as well as to United States Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping rules and regulations when applicable. We are available to provide consultant and orientation services to the first time boat owner. Raymond Blanchet has been working on and operating small craft for over 30 years with 27 years of experience in the marine industry. Mr. Blanchet has sailed as Chief Engineer on gas turbine powered vessels of 100,000 Shaft Horsepower and motor vessels up to 33,000 Shaft Horsepower. All Surveys are conducted using state of the art tools and instruments to provide the customer the most accurate survey possible. Tools utilized include 8 Megapixel digital camera, electronic moisture meters for determining moisture in wooden hulls, fiberglass hulls and hull structures. Ultrasonic gauging for steel and aluminum vessels to determine plating wastage. Graduate of the Caterpillar Applied Failure Analysis School. Member of ABYC...

1971-2005 (34 Years Experience) - Serving the marine community, specialist in Bertram Yachts and Intrepid Powerboats, conducting prepurchase surveys, condition and evaluation surveys and marine insurance surveys. Certifications: Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors #425-Y, SC T&B (SAMS), American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Society of Naval Architeccts & Marine Engineers (SNAME) (member since 1977).

I have 45 years of boating experience and have been a Marine Surveyor for the last 15 years. 100 ton USCG Capt. since 1981 and have been in the Party Boat business for 12 years. I have completed a Fiberglass Marine Surveying course at the Woodenboat School in Brooklyn, Me. In addition, I am certified by the United States Surveyor's Assc. as a Master Marine Surveyor. I am also a member of the US/Boats Technical exchange and inspect following the USCG, ABYC, and NFPA standards. Just recently I completed a American Boat & Yacht Council certification course for boat building standards. I specialize in Pre-Purchase,Condition & Valuation (insurance) surveys. My promise to you, is to make sure you know what you are buying and have the completed survey back to you within 48 hours. My charges are a flat rate per ft. that includes in and out of water inspection, non invasive moisture testing, corrosion analysis, engine testing and sea trial. Additionally, if you need help 3yrs. after the survey, just contact me, it's part of my survey.

Located in West Palm Beach, Cary Holmes has 30+ years in vessel operation, maintenance, repair and construction. His experience combined with market research will allow him to provide you with a fair, thorough, and honest survey on your boat or yacht. Cary Holmes conducts surveys for pre-purchase, pre-sale, insurance, damage, and overall condition & value. Furthermore, he is an Associate Member of SAMS and ABYC. Let Cary put his experience to work for you.

Joeseph Lombardi founded Ocean Technical Services (OTS) in 1984 as a part-time marine surveying business while carrying a full-time position as a licensed Wheelhouse Master for Boston Fuel & Transportation Company. This quickly changed into a full-time business in 1989 after the surveying business rapidly grew, due in part to the relationships he developed with a large number of marine underwriters in the Boston, Philadelphia, and New York markets. Joe is a licensed U.S. Coast Guard Master & First Class pilot and maintains memberships within SAMS, ABYC, ASNT, NFPA, HNSA, SNAME, NSTM, and AWS. OTS' specialty is marine surveying and project management with a targeted goal to provide product excellence and superior account management to their marine clients, yacht brokers, and marine underwriters. Please visit my website, drop me an e-mail, or give me a call for more information.

Kelly Marine Surveyors, Inc. serving principally the pleasure craft market in all of Florida including the Florida Keys, the Bahamas, the Caribbean Islands and Central America. Captain Jim Kelly has been in the Marine Surveying business since 1981 and has been a member of the "Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (R)" since 1999 and has had (Accredited Marine Surveyor (R) status since 2001. He graduated from Chapman School of Marine Surveying for Yachts and Small Craft, and endorsed "Blue Water". Captain Jim Kelly is also a member of American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA). Kelly specializes in Condition and Evaluation Surveys for pre-purchase and insurance. His Marine Surveys are accepted by all Financial Institutions and Marine Insurance Companies and he is listed on the Boat U.S. Marine Insurance Marine Surveyors referral list. He also holds a U.S. Coast Guard Masters license for vessels of 1600 gross tons (Domestic) and 3000 gross tons (ITC) endorsed any Oceans and has been a U.S. Coast Guard licensed Master for 36 years. Captain B.J. Kelly, Jr. AMS (R) Main phone: (954) 254-9721

Our only interest is to bring the full bearing of our expertise to you. We help our clients understand the condition of the vessel they are interested in and determine if the vessel will be suitable for their needs. Birely Marine Services Inc. has been diligently serving the marine industry for over 25 years with an up-close and hands-on approach. We have serviced throughout the United States and Canada, also around the globe.

Florida Marine Surveyor: to represent the client, but speak for the boat. Serving all of Florida, the Gulf, West and East Coasts since 1989. Providing Litigation Support to the Marine Industries Legal Profession, Protecting the Vessel Owners Interest. Infrared Expert Witness, Featuring the highest resolution Infrared Thermal Camera available. Infrared Thermal Imaging Cameras including Hull, Engine and Electrical Problems.... Uncover problems not visible by the naked eye. Pre-Purchase Survey, Insurance Survey, Appraisal Inspection, Damage Inspection ... Protect your interests! Please call 941-737-3495 or 941-354-6311. Certified by SAMS, NFPA, ABYC, SNAME, IAMI, and FMIU.

Safeguard Marine Surveying LLC has been in business since 1994 providing our clients with the highest quality marine surveys for boats and yachts, both power and sail. Our knowledge and experience is put to work for you to safeguard your interest. Our comprehensive photo documented reports are detailed and available in a timely fashion. Mike Davenport, AMS is SAMS accredited, Boat US recommended and member of American Boat and Yacht Council. Call or email us to schedule your potential purchase or current boat or yacht for a survey. Boat surveys / Yacht surveys we offer: Pre-purchase surveys, Insurance/finance surveys, Appraisals, Insurance claims investigations.

We hope you make AAC Marine Surveyors your choice for all of your marine survey needs. We are accredited marine surveyors and experienced in performing any type of marine survey you might require, including thermal imaging, on any size or type of vessel. We also offer consulting services for commercial fishing, USCG T Boat and K Boat passenger certification, and Captain Leiner's expertise is called upon to appear in court to provide expert witness testimony in situations which require litigation. AAC Marine Surveyors is located in sunny Palm Harbor, Florida, and offers its marine survey services worldwide

Serving South Florida and Jacksonville, Atlantic Marine Group has a full staff of qualified surveyors and marine engineers to assist you in a variety of marine related projects. We specialize in Pre-Purchase & Insurance surveys, however, we also perform Damage & Loss surveys, Maintenance inspections and offer targeted inspections to identify and prevent corrosion and other specific problems. We are members of SAMS and fully ABYC CERTIFIED. Please call us at (800) 539-0810 for more information.

We are committed to Boating Safety. Surveyed Right ! Reported Right ! Priced Right ! ABYC Certified (American Boat and Yacht Council) American Nautical Inc. provides Marine Surveying and Consulting Services in South Florida and the Caribbean. Our Certified Marine Experts provide Surveys Beyond The Obvious with easy to read, photo documented reports. Pre-Purchase, Insurance, Financing, Appraisals, Insurance, Damage Claims, Moisture & Corrosion Testing, Ultrasonic Gauging.

Jeff Miller, Miller Marine Surveys, serving Florida, the Eastern Seaboard, and the Caribbean. Pre-purchase, insurance, and damage surveys to SAMS and ABYC standards. Immediate response and quick turn around. Detailed, easy-to-read reports with extensive photos. Repairs, restorations, and project supervision. Vessel delivery. Boat handling instruction. Captain Jeff Miller: Licensed USCG 100-ton Masters. Professional, courteous, thorough. Knowledgeable in all onboard systems. 30+ years marine industry experience. Expert in wooden vessels.

For pre-purchase hull surveys and pre-purchase mechanical inspections of outboard engines, give me a call. I specialize in outboard powered boats from twenty feet on up. I am an Accredited Marine Surveyor (AMS) with the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS), and a member of the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC). I am also outboard certified and Verado certified. With over twenty years of hands on experience on outboards, and outboard powered boats, I will perform a detailed inspection of the vessel, its systems, and its outboard engines. The focus of my surveys and mechanical inspections is safety, structures and systems- in that order. Is the boat safe? What kind of shape are the boat, its systems, and the engines in? Whats around the corner? For a detailed inspection and watertest, give me a call.