Sun Coast is Florida’s Largest, Most Experienced Marine Surveyor.
Get a thorough marine survey from a Florida-based team that checks the vessel’s structure, systems, safety equipment, machinery, electronics, and more.
Key Areas Checked During a Marine Survey
These cards highlight major inspection areas commonly covered in a Sun Coast Marine survey report.
Hull, Deck & Superstructure
Visual inspection, percussion testing, moisture readings, and review of the vessel’s core structural areas.
Machinery & Propulsion
Engines, controls, steering, trim tabs, running gear, and related machinery are checked where accessible.
Below Waterline Fittings
Thru-hulls, strainers, scoops, transducers, fairing blocks, seacocks, valves, and underwater appendages.
Helm & Navigation Electronics
Compass, VHF, chartplotter, autopilot, depth/speed instruments, helm controls, and operating condition.
Electrical Systems
AC/DC distribution, batteries, charging equipment, shore power, wiring condition, and accessible connections.
Fuel & Plumbing Systems
Fuel system components, water systems, sanitation, pumps, hoses, valves, and related accessible equipment.
Safety & Compliance Items
Safety gear, required equipment, fire protection, bilge pumps, and items affecting safe vessel operation.
More
Many more items are checked during the survey, including findings, recommendations, valuation, and vessel-specific concerns.
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