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Services

Pre-Purchase Survey

The most comprehensive type of inspection. Strongly advised when purchasing a new or used vessel. 

Insurance Survey

For insurance purposes, including for harbor berthing requirements to determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. 

Appraisal Inspection/Survey

Used for financing, estate settlement, legal cases, and donation of vessels to charities. 

Damage Inspection

This inspection report is done to assess the extent of damage, recommend repairs, estimate repairs cost, and if requested, the probable cause if unknown or as a result of a legal dispute or insurance claim. 

 

Save Time & Money

Our offer for Yacht Brokers, Sellers and New Buyers

Golden Gate Yacht Survey

Pre-Inspection Offer/Listing Survey

You found your boat but need an experienced professional surveyor to inspect before making that offer or listing the boat for sale whether privately or through a yacht brokerage. 

Get your disclosures up front, recommendations on getting it ready for the market and avoid surprises at the time of sale. As a buyer, don’t waste your time kicking fenders and looking at boats below your particular standards of quality and safety!


Call for more details on Consulting Services and Fees
(415) 497-9027

What you can expect

  • References available upon request
  • A detailed report on the condition of your vessel
  • An in-depth inspection and series of tests on the vessel, looking at each components functionality, structure, and cosmetic condition
  • Clear conclusions with expert advice on all issues identified
  • Solutions on the best way forwards, whether it is concerning repairs, facts for purchasing negotiations, or just peace of mind on the condition.
  • Report is the sole property of our direct customer and will not be shown to any other concerned parties unless instructed to do so

Consulting
Additional Services

As a licensed Coast Guard Captain and Yacht Manager, Instructor (Power/Sail) and Surveyor, Delivery Captain with more than 35 years of experience, I am available to help you with:

  • SEA TRIALS 
  • VESSEL DELIVERY SERVICES
  • CONSULTATION SERVICES – YACHT MANAGEMENT
  • VESSEL OPERATION TRAINING

 

We also can provide professional contracting services if requested, for Rigging Surveys, Engine Surveys/Oil Analysis, Underwater inspections and Electrical/Corrosion reports.

Golden Gate Yacht Surveys
+415-497-9027

petermoorhead@comcast.net

Larkspur, CA 94939