Insurance Risk Survey

Our independent condition reports meet insurer requirements while giving you peace of mind about your yacht or boat’s safety and value.

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Why it matters

  • Insurers often require a current survey before issuing or renewing a policy.

  • A professional risk inspection can reduce delays in cover and strengthen your application.

  • Beyond insurance, risk surveys highlight issues that affect safety, compliance, and long-term maintenance.

  • Independent reports carry weight with insurers, brokers, and finance providers.

What’s included in our Insurance Inspection & Report

  • Structural integrity - hull, decks, fittings, and critical systems

  • Mechanical & propulsion - engines, gearboxes, shafts, propellers

  • Electrical & electronic systems - navigation, communications, safety wiring

  • Safety equipment - liferafts, EPIRBs, flares, extinguishers, compliance checks

  • General condition - wear and tear, maintenance needs, damage assessments

  • Risk profile & recommendations - clear action points to satisfy insurers and improve safety

Best time to book your inspections

  • Aside from purchase, insurers require a new report every 5 years. We recommend arranging your insurance inspection to coincide with a routine antifoul slipping. This saves time, reduces costs, and allows for a more detailed out-of-water inspection. Peak Marine can also recommend trusted local shipyards and contractors to streamline the process.

Why choose Peak Marine

  • Accredited by IIMS (International Institute of Marine Surveying) and AIMS (Australasian Institute of Marine Surveyors)

  • Licensed Captain & Marine Engineer with decades of practical seafaring experience

  • Reports accepted by major insurers and finance companies

  • Independent, impartial, and focused on protecting owners as well as satisfying insurers

Testimonials

“I would have NO hesitation recommending Tim to family, friends or anyone after a thorough and logical survey report. Having owned several other powered vessels - small to large, this is my first sailboat purchase, and I am quite green. Tim was extremely thorough Professional and supportive throughout the whole process with a wealth of knowledge, and was truly an amazing communicator.”

— Troy Gibson

“I concur with other reviewers, Tim is a legend! I rang him on short notice for an insurance inspection outside of hours on our old Haines so we could finalise insurance before use on our holiday. Tim shifted things around to squeeze us in...He did a thorough inspection, and the report was in my email before I got him! Awesome service! I highly recommend Tim for an expert and professional service.”

— Rhys McFadden