Sailing Yacht Surveys by UK BOAT SURVEYS
Buying, selling, or insuring a sailing yacht is a major decision — and a professional survey is the only way to protect that investment. At UK Boat Surveys, we provide detailed sailing yacht surveys for vessels up to 24 metres. Whether you are purchasing your first cruising yacht, renewing insurance for an offshore passage, or confirming the condition of a high-performance racing yacht, our independent reports give you the clarity and confidence you need.
We are experienced, fully insured, and trusted by yacht owners, insurers, and brokers across the South Coast and beyond.
Types of Sailing Yacht Surveys We Offer
Every yacht and every owner has different needs. That’s why we offer tailored surveys, including:
- Pre-Purchase Surveys – a full structural and systems inspection carried out before you commit to a yacht. Essential for identifying defects, safety concerns, and potential repair costs.
- Insurance Surveys – condition and valuation surveys accepted by all major insurers to support new policies or renewals.
- Valuation Reports – independent market value assessments for finance, sale, or probate.
- Damage & Repair Inspections – impartial investigation of accident or storm damage, with written recommendations for repairs and costings.
- Sailing Sea Trials – a hands-on test under sail to evaluate performance, handling, rig trim, steering response, and onboard systems in real conditions. A sea trial often reveals issues that remain hidden during a static survey, making it one of the most powerful tools for buyers who want full confidence before committing.
Types of Sailing Yachts We Survey
Our expertise covers the full spectrum of sailing yachts, from traditional classics to modern high-performance yachts. Whatever you sail, we can survey it:
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Family Cruisers
Popular production GRP sailing yachts designed for leisure and coastal cruising with occasional cruising further afield.
Performance & Racing Yachts
Lightweight, high-performance yachts where rig tension, keel attachment, and hull integrity are critical.
Bluewater Cruisers
Long-range cruising yachts built for ocean passages, often with unique layouts and heavy-duty systems.
Classic and Wooden Yachts
Wooden, clinker and traditional build yachts requiring a detailed eye for age-related wear, restoration quality, and fastenings.
Luxury Sailing Yachts
Catamarans & Multihulls
Twin-hull yachts and Trimarans where structural survey methods differ, especially around deck and crossbeam areas.
What Our Sailing Yacht Surveys Cover
Our surveys are thorough, practical, and written in plain English. Key areas inspected include:
Hull & Structure
We assess GRP, wood, steel, or composite hulls for moisture content, structural integrity, osmosis, keel attachment, and rudder condition.
Deck & Fittings
Inspection of chainplates, rigging bases, stanchions, hatches, portlights, and deck hardware for leaks, movement, or fatigue.
Rig & Sails
Visual examination of mast, spars, standing and running rigging, furling systems, and sails (from deck level). For full aloft or destructive rigging tests, we can coordinate with rigging specialists.
Systems & Safety
Checks on electrical and plumbing systems, fuel and gas installations, seacocks, engine and stern gear overview, navigation lights, and safety equipment.
Interior
Assessment of bulkheads, structural joinery, signs of leaks or delamination, and overall condition of the accommodation.
Sailing & Motoring Seatrails
Test under sail to evaluate performance, handling, rig trim, steering response, and onboard systems in real conditions.
Why Choose UK Boat Surveys?
Specialist sailing yacht knowledge – from family cruisers to offshore racing yachts.
Professional indemnity insured – recognised by leading insurers, finance houses, and brokers.
Clear, independent reporting – comprehensive photographs, findings, and practical recommendations.
Southern UK coverage – Hamble, Lymington, Poole, Portsmouth, Chichester, Weymouth, and beyond.
We are independent and impartial — we work for you, not the seller or broker.
Ready to Book Your UK Boat Survey?
Fast, professional, and fully independent boat surveys across the UK coastline – from Lowestoft to Milford Haven.