Time and additional expenses can be saved by preparing the vessel for inspection and making her more accessible.

Arrange to present a clean, shipshape boat, and

have all papers and miscellaneous gear ready. If

applicable, you will need to make arrangements

with the marina to haul the vessel for bottom

inspection, and a captain for sea trial. Lockers and

cabin areas should be cleared of all miscellaneous

gear. The surveyor should never be asked to

prepare a boat for inspection. The surveyor may

request minor dismantling of interior ceilings,

headliners, flooring, etc. in order to gain access to

suspected areas. Random inspection of fasteners

on wood boats below water line could be examined

for condition. Any dismantling and re-installation

of these parts should be performed by qualified

personnel, which is the responsibility of the person

ordering the survey.

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