Yacht and Small Craft Survey

Double B Marine Services provides professional yacht and small craft surveying services throughout the Carolinas and surrounding coastal regions. As a SAMS Surveyor Associate and seasoned marine professional, we provide independent, objective vessel inspections for buyers, owners, lenders, and insurers. From pre-purchase and insurance surveys to valuation and condition assessments, our work focuses on structural integrity, safety, onboard systems, and accurate reporting to help clients make confident, informed decisions.

Pre Purchase Marine Survey

A comprehensive inspection designed to evaluate the vessel’s overall condition prior to purchase. Recommended for buyers seeking a detailed assessment of structural integrity, onboard systems, safety equipment, and general maintenance condition.

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• Hull & structural inspection

• Electrical, fuel, plumbing & mechanical systems

• Navigation & safety equipment

• Moisture testing where applicable

• Sea trial & haul-out coordination (when applicable)

• Fair Market Value estimate

Consultation & Walkthrough

A flexible inspection and consultation service tailored to client needs. Ideal for out-of-town buyers, warranty deficiency verification, punch list development, seller pre-listing evaluations, and general vessel condition consultations when a full marine survey may not be required.

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• Buyer or seller punch list development

• Warranty deficiency verification

• Preliminary purchase consultations

• Photos and video documentation

• General vessel condition assessments

• Professional second opinions and project support

Insurance Condition & Valuation Survey

Commonly required by insurance underwriters to assess vessel condition, safety, insurability, and fair market value. These surveys provide an independent evaluation of the vessel’s overall condition and may be required for new policies, renewals, or older vessels.​

• Structural and safety assessment

• General vessel condition evaluation

• Identification of major deficiencies 

• Fair Market Value opinion

• Insurance underwriting support

• Often required for older vessels or policy renewals