DONNALLEY MARINE SERVICES
Marine Surveying & Appraisals
Phone (910) 686-7867
Fax (910) 686-7243
219 Bedrock Ct., Wilmington, NC 28411
E-mail: bdonnalley@ec.rr.com
PRE-PURCHASE SURVEY

A Pre-Purchase Survey is the most comprehensive survey offered. A Pre-purchase Survey
reports on all the deficiencies sighted and the corresponding corrective recommendations.
The vessel specifics and inventory are included, as well as, an appraisal of the current market
value.

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A Pre-Purchase Survey from Donnalley Marine includes the following:

• In-water and out-of-water inspection. Haul-out arrangements to be made by the buyer
   or broker.
• Percussion sounding of the fiberglass hull.
• Moisture meter readings of the hull & deck structure.
• Interior inspection of the hull and structural grid.

• Visual inspection of the engine and drive installations. Oil sample analysis can be
  provided for an additional fee ($40.00 per sample.)

• Operation of the engine controls and steering systems.
• Examination of the electrical, fuel, ventialtion, plumbing & de-watering systems for
  compliance with USCG, NFPA, and ABYC standards.
• Voltage and polarity checks of the shorepower and generator electrical systems.
• Manual operation of the thru-hull valves.
• Half-cell reading of the bonding system ("electrolysis" check)
• Sea trial of vessel - Seller or broker to operate the vessel or arrange a captain's services.

All Pre-Purchase surveys include a post-survey consultation in person or by telephone. For a
small additional fee, 20 to 40 captioned photos of the salient features and findings can be
forward via e-mail.


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