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CONDITION AND VALUATION SURVEY

SAMS LogoA “must have” for anyone purchasing a boat. A condition and valuation survey is an intense look at the entire vessel using strict ABYC, NFPA, and CFR guidelines. The focus of this inspection includes but is not limited to the hull, decks, superstructure, propulsion system, fuel system, electrical system, and appearance. The entire vessel (especially the stringers, decks, transom, and hull) will be checked for delamination and wet or rotten core material. All equipment on the vessel will be inventoried and model/serial numbers of all equipment will be listed. A sea trial can also be included for an additional fee. This is your most thorough survey, you will be made aware of any deficiencies on this vessel when you receive your report. This report will also satisfy your lending institution and insurance provider.

INSURANCE / FINANCIAL SURVEY

Insurance providers and lending institutions often require that a survey be done to insure that the vessel is “a good marine risk”. Typically this is done for someone that already owns their boat and does not require a condition and valuation survey. This survey looks at the hull, decks, superstructure, propulsion system, electrical system, fuel system, or anything that would be viewed as a major deficiency that could limit he operation or value of the vessel. Also, a fair market value is placed on the vessel.

APPRAISAL SURVEY

The purpose of this survey is to assign a fair market value to vessel. This survey does not assess the condition of the vessels hull, superstructure, decks, propulsion system, electrical system, or fuel system.

VERIFICATION OF STATED CONDITION

The purpose of this survey is to verify that the condition of a vessel coincides with what the owner states it is. This survey is aimed at a potential buyer that has to travel a long distance to see a boat and would like a professional opinion to verify that the seller is being forthright in his description of the boat before he travels to see the vessel.

YACHT DELIVERY

Assistance taking your vessel anywhere you need it to be.

YACHT INSTRUCTION/ ORIENTATION

Not completely confident of your skills handling your boat? Need to boost your confidence when it comes to docking? I can help shorten your learning curve, boost your confidence, and potentially save you money on repairs.

CAPTAIN FOR HIRE

Want to take a group of friends out and be able to entertain them without having to be stuck at the helm? I can operate your boat while you enjoy yourself.

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Servicing Macomb County, St. Clair County, Oakland County, Wayne County, the Great Lakes, and beyond!

Reviews

Christian A. Syoen Marine Surveyor
Reviewed from Google

5 out of 5 stars

Karen m
Karen m

5 out of 5 stars

posted 5 months ago

Chris's services were exceptional. He was extremely pleasant, professional and knowledgeable. The first boat we hired Chris to survey showed high moisture content and he halted the survey to notify us immediately upon finding this. He showed us the way he determined the issue and explained what that meant in a clear, easy to understand way. He did not pressure us in any way but instead gave us all of the information we needed to make an informed decision. We made a few calls and then chose to stop the rest of the survey. We were only charged a portion of the survey fee. We called upon Chris again to survey and sea trial a different boat and were again pleased with his thoroughness. This time the results were very favorable. At the conclusion Chris went over everything he checked, gave us helpful hints on the minor repairs needed and answered all of our questions. His written report was thorough and received within a day of the inspection. We couldn't be more pleased with this experience.

Nathan Morley
Nathan Morley

5 out of 5 stars

posted 2 months ago

Highly recommend Christian for anyone looking for a survey. He was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the whole process! Thanks again for your time!

John Haning
John Haning

5 out of 5 stars

posted 9 months ago

I am a first-time boat buyer. I used Google Reviews to help make my surveyor selection and because of that I decided to choose Christian. I was working with a broker to purchase and he told me that Christian is "the best in the business".
My initial call to schedule the survey was answered immediately, he was very forthcoming that he was busy (I can tell you he was worth waiting for) but he would fit me in as soon as possible. He surveyed the first boat and I met him after it was complete. He took the time to go over everything with me and it was very informative (I had a ton of questions). He then provided a thorough 30-page survey report. (If you are dealing with a bank, you will need that report.) I decided to investigate another boat and of course I had him survey that as well. Part way into that survey he called me to inform me that he had found some major structural issues and asked me if I would like him to continue. Because of his findings I decided against continuing due to the severity and the potential financial ramifications of his findings. Might I add, I never would have found these structural issues.
To sum this up, Christian is on-time, not hurried, professional, patient and the service he provides is well worth the expense. I could not imagine buying a boat without him giving me the "green light". I now share the opinion of that broker, he is the best in the business!!
Thanks Christian

stephanie thornton
stephanie thornton

5 out of 5 stars

posted 9 months ago

AMAZING and THOROUGH! Chris had prompt communication and did our boat survey in a very timely manner. I feel that Chris went went above and beyond and answered a few questions I had about my survey. I appreciate how he took the time to talk to me over the phone as well and got back me in a timely manner. I HIGHLY recommend Chris to anyone who wants a thorough, honest and complete boat survey. I will make sure to use you Chris in the future. Thanks Chris!!!

Sandra
Sandra

5 out of 5 stars

posted 7 months ago

100% Amazing. Christian was so professional. I would recommend him all day every day.

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Once you retain Christian A. Syoen, he works only for you and reports to no one else. Christian A. Syoen is there to protect your interest.

Being a member of the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS) ensures that my surveys will be accepted by any lending institution or insurance company


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