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Marine Surveys & Inspections in Miami, Florida

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Hiring surveys pros in Miami

A survey is the cheapest insurance in boating: a few hundred dollars that regularly saves buyers five figures. Accredited surveyors (SAMS or NAMS) with moisture mapping, sea-trial observation, and fast written reports are worth the calendar wait.

From Biscayne Bay sandbars to Haulover's chaos to the Miami River yards, Miami is the highest-volume boating market in Florida and the proving ground for every marine trade. Boats here spend their lives on Biscayne Bay, Government Cut, and the Miami River, and local pros who know these docks, ramps, and marinas are worth finding once and keeping forever.

What it costs: Pre-purchase marine surveys in South Florida generally run $22 to $30 per foot, with engine surveys and oil analysis quoted separately. Every quote on Shipshape is itemized, and boaters never pay a markup.

What these pros handle

Pre-purchase surveys
Insurance and renewal surveys
Damage and claim surveys
Moisture mapping
Engine surveys with partners
Appraisals and valuations

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1. Tell us what you needDescribe the job in about ninety seconds. Photos help. It is completely free.

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3. Book with confidenceMessage, schedule, and pay in one place. Reviews come only from completed jobs, so every rating means something.

Common questions about surveys in Miami

Do I need a survey for insurance?

Most carriers require a recent survey for boats over a certain age or value, commonly at ten years and older. Renewal surveys keep coverage current.

What credentials should a surveyor have?

SAMS or NAMS accreditation is the standard. Shipshape verifies accreditation before the credential badge appears on a surveyor's profile.

How fast can I get a survey report?

Good surveyors deliver written reports within 48 to 72 hours of inspection. If a deal is moving fast, say so; many will verbally flag dealbreakers same-day.

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