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The Survey Report
The surveyor will summarize his or her findings in a multi-page report in both paper and
digital format, complete with photos. Be cognizant that the report takes time to write up -
an important consideration if you're trying to squeeze the survey, launch date, and new in-
surance coverage into a short period of time. It can be useful to compare old surveys to a
more recent version, so hold on to all the material you have. Some insurance companies
will grant coverage on the basis of an older survey together with a letter of compliance (in
which the owner states that all recommendations of the old survey have been met).
Foregoing a pre-purchase survey is just plain foolish unless you're extremely experienced -
not as a sailor, but in repairing all systems of a boat. One sailor we know bought a thirty-
year-old boat without a survey and ended up paying top dollar for a vessel that needed new
sails, a new engine, and other big ticket items that should have been knocked off the asking
price. A surveyor will be candid and help prevent ugly surprises.
A good survey can be an illuminating learning experience for novices and experienced boat
owners alike. Remember, a survey is not just a chore to complete once and avoid forever-
more. A consultative survey can also be an extremely valuable diagnostic tool that guides a
re-fit, as we can attest. Having addressed the findings of the survey, you can enjoy anything
from a summer cruise to an ocean crossing with well-grounded confidence in your vessel.
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