Full boat and yacht surveys in Tricity
Before you buy, sell or plan the season, find out the real condition of your boat. We go over it bow to stern: hull, engine, systems and equipment, and at the end you get a clear report with priorities and recommendations. No guesswork, just facts.
What we check in a full survey
Hull and laminate
Condition of the laminate and hull, signs of damage, repairs and moisture, the state of the coatings, centerboard and rudder.
Engine and drivetrain
Starting and running of the engine, the state of the fluids, gearbox, fuel and cooling systems, and any leaks.
Onboard systems
Electrical system and batteries, the water, gas and bilge systems, and the navigation electronics.
Rigging and hardware
Mast, standing and running rigging and sails, fittings, winches, guardrails, anchor and mooring gear.
Safety equipment
Lifejackets, extinguishers, rescue and signalling gear, with a check of their expiry dates.
Report and recommendations
A clear report with a prioritized list of faults, photos and a plan for repairs and maintenance.
When a full boat survey is worth it
Most surveys are ordered before buying a used boat: a few hours of our crew’s work can save you from costs that would only surface after the first season. It works just as well before a sale, where an honest condition report builds the buyer’s trust and helps you hold your price. A third group is owners who simply want to know what condition their boat is in before the season, after a charter, or after a repair done at another workshop.
The report is also a ready basis for a service plan. You know what needs an urgent repair, what can wait until the end of the season, and what is worth combining with winter storage for your boat. If you want to hand the whole thing over to ongoing care, the survey is the natural first step to SeaHands Concierge.
How the survey works and what you get
We run the survey right at the boat, in the marina or ashore, and where it makes sense we add a sea trial. We photograph every area we check, so the report is not a list of generalities but a concrete account of your boat’s condition. We order the faults by priority, from the ones that affect safety down to the cosmetic.
At the end we go through the report together and advise on what to tackle first. If you decide to leave the repairs or maintenance to us, we will prepare a clear quote for the work, from cleaning and detailing to servicing and season prep. The decision is always yours, and the report is yours whatever you do next.
Yacht survey in Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot
We work mobile across the whole of Tricity and the Gulf of Gdańsk. We will survey your boat in a marina in Gdańsk, Gdynia or Sopot, or where it is laid up ashore, with no need to move it. We know the local ports and the realities of the Gulf, so we ground the condition assessment in the waters your boat actually sails.
Planning to buy a boat outside Tricity? Call us, and we will arrange the travel and the scope of the inspection case by case, so the survey happens where the boat is.
Frequently asked questions
What does a full boat or yacht survey cover?
A full survey is a complete check of the boat's technical condition. We go over the hull and laminate, the engine and drivetrain, the electrical, water and fuel systems, the rigging and deck hardware, and the safety equipment along with its expiry dates. It ends with a clear survey report: a prioritized list of faults and notes, plus recommendations for what to do next.
Do you carry out pre-purchase surveys on used boats?
Yes, the pre-purchase survey is one of the surveys we are asked for most often. We assess the boat's real technical condition and catch signs of past repairs, moisture ingress and faults that a quick viewing will not reveal. The report gives you a solid argument in price negotiations, or the confidence that the boat you are buying checks out. On request we join you for the viewing and the sea trial.
How long does a boat survey take?
It depends on the size and type of boat and the agreed scope. A survey of a smaller motorboat usually wraps up in a few hours, while a full survey of a larger sailing or motor yacht can take a full day. We confirm the scope and the date when you book, so you know what to expect from the start.
How much does a full boat or yacht survey cost?
We quote every survey individually. The price depends on the size and type of boat, the scope of work (for example, with or without a sea trial) and the location. We always give a clear, complete quote with no hidden items, before any work starts. Call +48 502 052 017 and we will put together a specific proposal for your boat.
What do I get once the survey is done?
You get a clear survey report: a list of the faults and notes we found, ordered by priority, photographic documentation, and recommendations for repairs and maintenance. On request we will also quote the work we can carry out at SeaHands, from servicing and detailing to winter storage.
Where do you carry out boat and yacht surveys?
We work mobile across the whole of Tricity and the Gulf of Gdańsk. We come to the marinas in Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot and to boats laid up ashore, so we survey the boat wherever it is right now. Surveys outside Tricity we arrange case by case, depending on the location and the scope.
Find out the real condition of your boat
One call is all it takes to book a full survey of your boat in Gdańsk, Gdynia or Sopot. We will set the scope and the date and give you a clear quote before we start.