Calcutt Boats

Surveys & Surveyors

At Calcutt Boats we recommend that when purchasing a narrowboat you have a minimum of a hull survey that is commissioned as an independent survey. That way you can be confident your boat is structurally sound.

As a broker we would not recommend a surveyor and we suggest that you pick an independent qualified surveyor (preferably an inland waterways specialist who understands steel-bottomed boats). We have complied a list below of independent reputable surveyors that are within our area. Please note that these surveyors are all independent and work on your behalf so you will need to appoint one for

yourself. We do not have any marine surveyors employed by us, or in any way connected to us and you have the option to not contract a surveyor for the below list and to contract a surveyor of your own choosing.

Justin Green

07903 945 196

www.jgmarinesurveys.co.uk

Tom Keeling

07976 631 920

www.smallcraftservices.com

Ovation Boats Surveys

07963 974 793

www.ovationboatsurveys.co.uk

Once you have chosen your surveyor, you will need to decide what type of survey you would like to have done on your vessel.

1. Full Survey

This is a Hull Survey and Internal survey Combined. this is done both in the water and out of the water, it checks everything from structural and safety viewpoints.

2. Hull Survey

Checks aspects related to the structure/insurance parts of the boat. This is done with the boat out of the water.

3. Internal Survey

This is a safety check inside the boat checking things like Gas and electrical systems, ventilation and interior condition.