Ipswich Surveyor Recommendation Please!

[langstonelayabout]

I’m viewing a 30’ GRP sailing yacht in Ipswich later this week. If it is as good as the advert says then things will start to get expensive...

If we become rash and make an offer that is accepted, does anyone know of a reasonable and reputable local-ish surveyor to do the necessary pre-purchase survey that will also be accepted by the insurance co.

I’ve encountered surveyors who are determined to put off purchasers, others who are determined to increase their scope and bill. I’m after an honest one this time please!

Many thanks in advance

 

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I’m viewing a 30’ GRP sailing yacht in Ipswich later this week. If it is as good as the advert says then things will start to get expensive...

If we become rash and make an offer that is accepted, does anyone know of a reasonable and reputable local-ish surveyor to do the necessary pre-purchase survey that will also be accepted by the insurance co.

I’ve encountered surveyors who are determined to put off purchasers, others who are determined to increase their scope and bill. I’m after an honest one this time please!

Many thanks in advance

Send a PM to Fr J Hackett, He knows one yuo should avoid....

 

[langstonelayabout]

Send a PM to Fr J Hackett, He knows one yuo should avoid....

Many thanks

 

[nortada]

Why not approach your prospective insurer and ask who they would recommend

 

[Medway Matt]

We used Guy Simmons of GMS Marine Surveys for our purchase based at SYH a few years ago, following a recommendation to us. We found him to be very thorough, happy to be watched and quizzed by first time yacht buyers (though long term sailors and dinghy racers) and to be contacted with any questions following receipt of his report, which wasn't necessary. I thoroughly recommend him.

His contact details are;
gmsmarine.co.uk
enquiries@gmsmarine.co.uk
M 07768 279866

 

[Champagne Murphy]

I too have one I wouldn’t use I’m afraid. Sadly I haven’t found one I would, or rather, I did but he retired some time ago.

 

[forelle541]

Always appears to be a lot to pay for a cut and paste exercise. Maybe I’m lucky but I’ve never paid for a survey that has shown up a problem that was new to me, or would affect my insurance.

 

[Denek]

Richard Thomas at Medusa marine surveyed ours and we were pleased, comprehensive and helpful.

 

[Elemental]

I had Dominic Buckley of East Anglia Yacht Surveys Ltd survey Seaspray. I received what I felt was a good value survey and Dominic picked up on a couple of snags that I already knew of (having already owned her for 5 years).

01603 717823
eastangliayachtsurveys@btinternet.com

 

[seasicksteve]

+1 for Dominic Buckley. Very thorough and good value. Also Richard Thompson at https://whatfloatsyourboatmarinesurveys.co.uk/

 

[rubberduck]

http://www.amazonmarine.co.uk/

Used Ben for latest boat, pulled up a machinery issue which saved me a few bob, qualified surveyor & engineer, expert witness etc etc.

 

[Jokani]

+1 for Dominic Buckley. Very thorough and good value. Also Richard Thompson at https://whatfloatsyourboatmarinesurveys.co.uk/

+2 Dominic also surveyed Gemini, very thorough, was impressed with the service and will be using again when the time comes.