Ocean Marine Surveyors
- Pre-Purchase Surveys
- Insurance Surveys
- Appraisal Surveys
- Damage Surveys
- Cargo Surveys
- Consulting
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Your Southern California Marine Survey Experts
Ocean Marine Surveyors proudly serves all of Southern California. Whether you’re a boat buyer, seller, or simply looking to insure your vessel, a marine survey from Ocean Marine Surveyors can help you achieve your goals.
Our skilled and experienced marine surveyors specialize in assessing the condition and value of a vessel through our comprehensive marine survey process.
Our 25 years of experience, industry certifications, and client focused approach has made us a leader in the marine survey industry.
Our service area includes all Southern California ports and marinas: Avalon, Balboa, Big Bear Lake, Carlsbad, Channel Islands Harbor, Corona Del Mar, Coronado, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, Long Beach, Marina del Rey, Newport Beach, Oceanside, Oxnard, Redondo Beach, San Diego, San Francisco, San Pedro, Santa Barbara, Seal Beach, Ventura, and Wilmington.
Trusted Marine Surveys
When you make an investment in any asset, you want to make sure it’s in “as advertised” condition. Investing in a marine survey is investing in peace of mind. A marine survey from Ocean Marine Surveyors is designed to determine a vessels fair market value and overall condition. We can help you identify any past maintenance issues and potential future repairs.
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Designed to provide a potential buyer with an in-depth understanding of the boats condition and value.
Damage Surveys
Determine the nature, cause, and extent of the damage to your vessel to help get an estimate of repairs.
Insurance Surveys
Required by your insurance carrier for those looking to obtain or renew their insurance. No sea trial.
Cargo Surveys
Get an accurate assessment on the status and condition of your cargo with a cargo inspection survey.
Appraisal Surveys
Used for financing, estate, and divorce settlements, this survey is designed to help assess a vessels value.
Consulting
Expert consulting services for both small and large craft. Protect your interests and investment.
Why Choose
Ocean Marine Surveyors
- NAMS Associate
- ABYC Member
- 25 Years of boating and Marine experience
- Recognized by AIMU (American Institute of Marine Underwriters)
- USPAP accredited compliant appraiser
- Approved through Homeland Security's TWIC
- Emails and phone calls are promptly responded to
- 24hr Report turnaround time available
- Competitive pricing across all our service offerings
- Cleared by the Transportation Security Administration
- We include a Marine Survey Report AND a Findings and Recommendations Report
Our Accreditations
Since 1962, the National Association of Marine Surveyors (NAMSGlobal) has served the marine survey profession by providing the maritime industry with recognition and certification of highly qualified marine surveyors.
The American Boat & Yacht Council (ABYC) is a non-profit, member organization that develops safety standards for the design, construction, maintenance, and repair of recreational boats and pleasure craft.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is a global self-funded nonprofit organization, established in 1896, devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards.
Founded in 1958, the National Safe Boating Council (NSBC) serves as a national catalyst for developing a safe boating culture by providing educational resources, outreach programming, and training opportunities.
What Our Clients Have to Say
Ocean Marine Surveyors, Inc
201 East Coast Highway, Newport Beach
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We called 3 certified Marine Surveyors to evaluate a 2011 Sea Ray 310 Sundancer. Ocean Marine Surveyors was immediately responsive, thoroughly professional and very easy to work with. Jeff worked seamlessly with our broker to schedule and … More complete a thorough, complete survey including sea trial and haul out. Jeff answered very many questions with patience and warmly professional attitude. The survey was excellent and I most highly recommend Ocean Marine Surveyors to anyone looking to purchase a boat. Thanks, Jeff!!! -
Contacted the office via phone and was greeted by the pleasant office staff. Scheduling the appointment was a breeze. The assigned surveyor was on time, completed what needed to be done. The final survey report was delivered as promised. … More Could have not asked more. Great Job Team Ocean Marine!! -
Jeff was excellent and did a thorough inspection. He was also a pleasure to talk with. Staff was very nice and was easy to work with getting the survey and the bailout changed due to the weather. I would definitely use them again. -
George and Jeff were very pleasant to work with and schedule a survey for a boat I was purchasing. Jeff was on time, extremely knowledgeable, and detailed in his work. He even went the extra mile to stay longer and answer all of our questions. … More I highly recommend Ocean Marine Surveyors to anyone who is not sure who to hire to do their boat survey. I have referred to them by many well known people in the boating industry. Great job and thank you for all of your help! -
George and the team were fantastic!! As first time boat buyers we had a ton of questions and George took as much time as needed to answer them for us.An incredible value add was that he took the time to explain things that we didn’t even … More know to ask questions about. Going above and beyond our expectations.The entire process was very smooth, from booking to final report, we were updated every step of the way.Would very highly recommend using Ocean Marine Surveyors! -
Jeff Broder was the boat surveyor at Ocean Marine assigned to us for our new purchase boat inspection last month. Jeff was professional, knowledgeable and thorough. We were provided with a detailed survey report that was understandable … More to us as well as acceptable to the marina we were looking to berth the boat at. He also was easy to talk to and provided some tips regarding the boat's maintenance and operation. I would definitely recommend Jeff and Ocean Marine Surveyors. -
Great company. Really helpful when I called the office. Jeff showed up early, did a thorough check of my boat and got the report sent when promised.
I’m a happy customer and would use them again if I ever buy another boat. -
I used Ocean Marine when purchasing my 1954 K-38 sailboat, "Valentine".They did a fantastic job. They were honest, fair and very professional. Scheduling the appointment was very easy as Tonya in the office is very prompt, available … More and professional.They sent their wood boat expert Jeff. He is a great guy and extremely knowledgable. Has experience running boatyard. Fiberglass, steel and wood knowledge...He went above and beyond, and stopped to explain what he saw along the way... Will use them again and highly recommend!Excellent group of marine professionals and knowledge. -
I had a great experience with Jeff from Ocean Marine Surveyors. He did the pre-purchase survey of my 1984 Islander Bahama 30, Carol Marie, in July 2022. He arrived twenty minutes early and was very professional. He also came out on only … More a few day’s notice. Jeff did a review of all of the systems on the boat and prepared a three tiered report on the findings with comments as well as a separate survey for the insurer. I felt that the price he arrived at was fair and very close to what I’d worked out with the seller. He also provided the survey and report in a very timely manner. The survey was on a Friday and I had the survey and report on Monday, which was critical as far as getting insurance and slip applications finished up on time. I highly recommend Jeff and Ocean Marine Surveyors if you have the need for a survey.
Our Most Popular Marine Surveys
Pre-Purchase Surveys
A boat or ocean vessel can be one of the most expensive purchases you will make. Let us help you with your decision.
Damage Surveys
Determining the level of damage is critical to any inspection. We can help ensure you have an accurate assessment.
Insurance Surveys
We identify the vessel, its equipment, condition and general value while inspecting for defects and damages. Let us help you make smart underwriting decisions.
Our Guarantee
We guarantee our marine surveys to be accepted by your bank and insurance underwriter.
If our survey is rejected due to the quality or limitations of the report, simply have the underwriter (not the agent or broker) forward us a letter on company letterhead stating the reason for the rejection, and the survey fee will be promptly refunded.
Fast Turnaround
We understand tight schedules. Our report turnaround time is the fastest in the industry. Ask us about rush delivery.
Qualified Experts
We are qualified experts in our field. Recognized by some of the top organizations within the Marine Surveyor industry.
Competitively Priced
Our marine surveys are competitively priced to provide real value while ensuring you get the most from your investment.
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Ocean Marine Surveyors provides a wide array of marine surveys including pre-purchase surveys, valuation surveys, damage surveys, insurance surveys, and more. George Malhiot is a current NAMS associate and IIMS affiliate. Our years of experience and credentials help ensure that each and every client receives a superior level of service.
