Marine surveyors in Cornwall

Marine Techniques is a nation-wide professional marine surveying practice, specializing in leisure and commercial vessels.

We provide high quality marine surveys and a first class personal service wherever the location.

All our surveyors qualifications are internationally recognized within the marine industry relating to boat construction, design, marine engineering and management. All are members of the I.I.M.S. or Y.D.S.A. 

Marine Techniques surveyors have many years experience in the industry and have been appointed by various institutions including insurance companies, finance houses, M.C.A, M.E.C.A.L, Y.D.S.A and the R.Y.A.

Types of Survey:

We offer several types of survey, ranging from the full pre-purchase survey through to insurance and damage surveys. In addition we also carry out full engine examinations plus our specially tailored multi boat package.

Should you be considering buying a yacht, a small leisure craft or a commercial vessel we are here to help and will always take the time to discuss your specific requirements.

Below is a brief overview of the services we provide. Please click the links above on the left for more detailed information about our marine surveying services.

Pre purchase surveys: These are carried out in order to establish the true condition of any vessel. A pre-purchase survey will highlight defects within the structure and list any cosmetic work required. In addition our marine surveyors will give advice about the appropriate course of action for any repair work required and supply a valuation.

Insurance surveys: Many insurers require a survey before issuing a policy. A pre-purchase survey will normally cover this requirement. There are however, situations where an insurance survey will be more appropriate, for example, as a boat ages, the insurance company may require periodic surveys. This survey is will establish the safety and seaworthiness of any vessel prior to underwriting.

Damage Surveys: These are usually commissioned by an insurance company after an incident. An insurance company will wish to know that the vessel can be repaired within its market value. The survey will identify the type and extent of the damage, the cost of any repairs and a schedule of works to be carried out.

Engine inspections: A external visual examination is carried out which will identify any patent defects. Marine Techniques also have specialist marine engineers who can investigate any suspect internal components.

Three boat package: It is usual to consider more then one vessel at the initial stage of the buying process. Marine Techniques offers a discounted three boat inspection package. A preliminary inspection is carried out on three boats that are being considered by the purchaser.

Viewings: If you are some distance away from the boat you are considering, our marine surveyors can inspect the boat on your behalf. This is a preliminary inspection and the cost of it will be deducted from the pre-purchase survey fee if a full survey is later done on the boat.

Winter layup: An end of season schedule of work will be compiled which will include winterization of the engines and checking of the safety equipment and a report on the findings.

Pre launch checks: These can be carried out the start of the sailing season approaches. to establish the overall condition of a vessel and her safety and highlight any defects that may require attention prior to launch.

Sea Trials: These are more common for powerboats but sailing yachts also sometimes have sea trials. Engines are run over a length of time under load, All instrumentation and fittings are tested for functionality and wear.

Tonnage Surveys: A Tonnage survey is required if a yacht is to be placed on Part I of the Register of Shipping. Part I registration is frequently required by finance companies when a marine mortgage is taken out. The tonnage survey provides the official measurements of the vessel for the Register. A tonnage measurement must be authorised by a governing body such as the YDSA, or IIMS.

Marine Techniques will be happy to assist or discuss any requirements you may have for any boat requiring a marine survey

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All Marine Surveyors within Marine Techniques that are based in Cornwall have an in depth knowledge of the local area.

As our Marine Surveyors operate in their own locality they are familiar with the local services provided by the various ports and Marinas and can give advice and information concerning the facilities of each port around the coastline relating to a marine survey.

Marine surveyors - Padstow, Cornwall

Padstow is at the entrance to the River Camel on the north coat of Cornwall, and has a small locked harbour plus many moorings in the river, although most of these moorings are drying, and for smaller craft. Further up river is Wadebridge, where Chapman & Hewitt have a boatyard with lifting facilities at high tide only.

Marine surveyors - Hayle, Cornwall

Hayle has a large drying harbour, but it is at present little used, although there are plans to redevelop it.

Marine surveyors - Penzance, Cornwall

Penzance is steeped in maritime history that is centered around its harbour and for many years was the lifeblood of the town. Sea trading has declined in Penzance over the years but Penzance harbour still serves a lively commercial and recreational scene.

Marine surveyors - Newlyn, Cornwall

Newlyn is a mile to the west of Penzance and supports the largest fishing fleet in Cornwall. Newlyn has an inner harbour wet dock that is used for fishing and small commercial vessels, though yachts on passage often also berth there temporarily.

Marine surveyors - Falmouth, Cornwall

Falmouth Harbour is reputed to be the third largest natural harbour in the world. Falmouth harbour offers many facilities for yachtsmen and commercial vessels. Commercial facilities include A&P Appledore shipyard where larger vessels are repaired or refitted. Included within the dockyard is Pendennis Shipyard reputed to make some of the worlds finest super yachts. The new Cornwall Maritime Museum and events square is becoming a landmark in Falmouth for sailing events and festivals.

For the visiting yachtsman the Falmouth harbourmaster-run yacht haven pontoons provide berthing for up to 100 vessels. There are also 19 visitors deep water moorings for single vessels. A yacht anchorage area is provided between Custom House Quay and Falmouth Docks.

In addition Falmouth Marina has extensive facilities for yachts including short & long term berthing boat storage, cranage & maintenance. Many marine surveys are carried out over a tide at Falmouth marina. Marine Techniques will be happy to assist in arranging cranage and storage for any boat requiring a marine survey.

Operated by Rustler Yachts, the Falmouth Boatyard provides 5 acres of hard standing winter storage and year-round lift-out (up to 40 tonnes) and boatyard facilities at Ponsharden. Adjacent are also several smaller boatyards, including Challenger Marine, Ponsharden Boatyard and Islington Wharf.

Marine surveyors - Mylor, Cornwall

Mylor Yacht Harbour was always a beautiful harbour location and has now become an excellent facility for the restoration and care of yachts and motor boats, providing a full complement of services afloat and ashore. Mylor Harbour has full cranage facilities & yard storage and is ideally suited for marine surveys.

Mylor is surrounded by an area of outstanding natural beauty and Mylor Yacht Harbour is the perfect base for motor and sailing yachts in the South West.

Marine surveyors - St Just in Roseland, Cornwall

St Just in Roseland is a beautiful and peaceful small harbour on the Roseland side of Carrick Roads, with boatyard facilities operated by Pascos Boatyard, who can lift out smaller boats and yachts.

Marine surveyors - Fowey, Cornwall

Fowey Harbour is a lovely commercial harbour located on the south coast of Cornwall. Fowey is incredibly picturesque and with its true natural beauty and many facilities for the visiting yachtsman it is a real favourite with any sailor on route to Falmouth or Plymouth. Toms Boatyard offers liftout and repair facilities at Polruan.