Independent Marine Surveys by a Marine Engineer

Pre-purchase, insurance and damage surveys for recreational boats across the GTA. Clear findings, photo-documented reports, delivered within 48 hours.

Survey Services


Every survey is carried out personally by the principal surveyor, a marine engineer with more than 35 years of experience in ships, boats and building systems.

Pre-Purchase Survey

A thorough inspection before you buy: hull, deck, structure, systems, moisture readings and sea trial support, with a fair market value.

$28 per foot LOA
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Insurance Survey (C&V)

Condition & Valuation report for new policies and renewals, focused on structure, safety equipment and insurability.

$22 per foot LOA
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Damage Inspection

Independent assessment of collision, grounding, storm or fire damage, with cause, extent and repair recommendations.

Quote on request
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Online Pre-Purchase Consultation

Found a boat online? Send the listing. We review the photos, specs and history and tell you what to ask and what to watch for, before you travel or pay for a survey.

$149 per listing
How it works

Why Master Marine Surveys


  • Engineer-led. Marine and mechanical engineering background: engines, shafts, electrical and cooling systems are examined with a designer's eye, not just a checklist.
  • Industry standards. Inspections reference ABYC standards and NFPA 302 for recreational boats.
  • Modern tools. Tramex moisture meter with grid mapping, thermal imaging and borescope inspection where access allows.
  • Clear reports. Findings ranked by priority (Essential / Watch / Maintenance), each with photos and a recommendation, in a professional PDF within 48 hours.
Insurance and financing: requirements differ between insurers and lenders. Tell us who your insurer or lender is when you book and we will make sure the report covers what they ask for.

How a Survey Works


Request a quote

Send the vessel details, location and the purpose of the survey.

Schedule

We agree on a date with you, the seller or broker, and the marina (haul-out if needed).

Inspection

Typically 4 to 8 hours on site. You are welcome to attend the walk-through at the end.

Report

Photo-documented PDF with prioritised findings and valuation within 48 hours.

Marine Survey Studio


Our reports are produced with Marine Survey Studio (MSS), a survey and reporting system built in-house by our principal surveyor. Every finding, photo and moisture reading is recorded at the boat and checked by the surveyor before it reaches your report.

Are you a marine surveyor? MSS will soon be available to other surveyors.

Buying, insuring or repairing a boat?

Tell us about the vessel and we will reply with a clear quote and available dates.