The Ultimate 130 Point Sailboat Pre-Purchase Marine Hull and Engine Survey
1. Receive Pre‐Purchase Hull & Engine Marine Survey Report with photos, findings & recommendations
2. Visit to your boat by a FBYS Licensed Marine Surveyor®
3. Surveyor will attend in‐water Marine Survey inspection
4. Cold inspection of Engines
5. Cold inspection of Transmissions
6. Cold inspection of Generators
7. Oil Samples of Engines, Generators and Transmissions analyzed at our in‐house Oil Laboratory
8. Check of engine oil levels and transmission fluid levels
9. Check of generator oil levels
10. Check of engine coolant levels
11. Check of generator coolant levels
12. Start and run engines
13. Inspect running transmissions
14. Start and run generators
15. Inspect bow and stern thrusters
16. Move all seacocks to open and closed positions
17. Check air conditioner strainers
18. Check bilge pumps for proper operation
19. Test high bilge alarms
20. Check battery charger for proper operation
21. Checks mooring lines for secure docking
22. Flush all toilets and run all sinks and showers
23. Test Carbon Monoxide and Smoke detectors
24. Power up Navigation Equipment at the helm
25. Radio checks preformed on all on‐board VHF radios
26. Inspect rudder packing glands and shaft seals
27. Inspect fuel tanks
28. Inspect sight glass fuel filters
29. Inspect fuel lines and fittings
30. Inspect and test water pumps and accumulator pumps
31. Inspect and test air conditioner systems
32. Inspect and test heating systems
33. Inspect and test gray water sump tanks
34. Inspect and test LPG and CNG gas system
35. Inspect fire alarms
36. Inspect fixed fire suppression systems
37. Inspect fire extinguishers
38. Inspect life jackets
39. Inspect throw able personal floatation device (PFD)
40. Inspect EPIRB's for proper battery tags
41. Check life rafts for proper inspection tags
42. Inspect First Aid Kits
43. Test searchlights
44. Check for "Trash Disposal" Placard
45. Check for "No Oil Discharge" Placard
46. Check for "Waste Management Plan"
47. Test horns and bells
48. Inspect and test all navigation lights
49. Check flares for expiration
50. Inspection of Bonding System
51. Inspection of Grounding System
52. Test AC electric outlets for proper electrical polarity
53. Test for stray current
54. Check of Galvanic Isolators
55. Open and close all portlights
56. Test central vacuum systems
57. Test washer dryers
58. Test water makers
59. Operate anchor windlass
60. Operate anchor wash downs
61. Operate Snub winches
62. Operate Davits, Passerales and Lift Platforms
63. Operate windshield wipers, washers and electric vents
64. Open and close all hatches
65. Test all refrigerators, freezers and icemakers
66. Test all stoves, ovens, microwaves, coffee makers
67. Test all dishwashers, trash compactors and sink disposal systems
68. Test all AC and DC electric lights
69. Inspect engine and generator strainers
70. Inspect condition of engine and generator belts
71. Inspect engine fuel coolers and oil coolers
72. Inspect engine and generator heat exchangers
73. Test engine room exhaust blowers
74. Inspect engine and house batteries
75. Check 12 volt plugs for proper operation
76. Inspect and test of shore power cords and reels
77. Full load test of generator with all AC systems operated
78. Record engine and generator operating hours
79. Check dockside water pressure regulator
80. Test hot water system and inspect tank for corrosion
81. Inspect and test all steering stations
82. Test all rudder indicators
83. Inspect all emergency tillers and emergency backup controls
84. Inspect all anchors
85. Inspect all anchors, ropes and chain
86. Inspect for anchor wire tie and anchor retention safety cables
87. Check for manual anchor windlass handles
88. Test all radar equipment, chart plotters, depth gauges amd compasses
89. Test autopilots, trim tabs and stabilizers
90. Test CCTV cameras, Infrared night vision cameras, intercoms and satellite phones
91. Test all stereos, TV's, DVD's, VCR's, satellite radio, satellite telephones
92. Test all burglar alarms and safes
93. Surveyor will attend out-of-water Marine Survey inspection
94. Phenolic percussion hammer testing of FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic) material
95. Moisture meter testing of FRP (Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic) material
96. Check for galvanic halos around thru hull fittings
97. Inspect hull zincs for possible replacement
98. Inspect hull's bottom paint condition
99. Inspect for osmotic blistering of the hull's wetted surface area
100. Inspect for moisture intrusion, delamination, dis-bonding or hull damage
101. Inspect propellers for dings, dents and damage
102. Check size of propellers
103. Check size of shaft
104. Check rudders for end play
105. Check cutlass bearings for end play
106. Inspect struts
107. Inspect depth and speed transducers
108. Inspect all outdrives, jet drives, pod drives, Arneson drives and outboard motors
109. Inspect and test all jet skis and dinghies
110. Inspect boat trailers
111. Surveyor will attend Marine Survey Sea Trial
112. Record idle speed, cruising speed and wide open throttle speeds in RPM and in knots
113. Record engine temperatures
114. Record engine oil pressures
115. Record transmission temperatures
116. Record transmission oil pressures
117. Record engine boost or charged air pressures
118. Record engine fuel pressures
119. Check for engine oil and coolant leaks
120. Check for raw water leaks into engine room bilge
121. Raise rigged sails
122. Inspect all sails and covers
123. Inspect mast and boom
124. Inspect standing rigging
125. Inspect running rigging
126. Inspect and test all winches
127. Inspect and test all cam cleats and spinlocks
128. Test main sheet traveler and topping lift
129. Inspect all blocks, tracks and cars
130. Inspect and test all roller furling gear
Florida Boat & Yacht Surveyors will perform the above listed services when applicable and safe to do so. No warranty or
guarantee is expressed or implied in the inspection of any boat or yacht. The repair or replacement of any item on any
vessel is the sole responsibility of the boat or yacht owner. Florida Boat & Yacht Surveyors reserves the right to change
the services performed on this list at any time and may change prices from time to time.