[joebeach]

Well, I've gone and done it - despite reams of sensible advice to the contrary, I am under contract to purchase a boat, subject to survey.

While aware of the SAMS website, I was wondering if any SNer's out there had experience, either good or bad, with particular surveyors in the St. Pete/Tampa Bay area. If so, I'd appreciate your advice and feedback.

Public comment here or PM me as you think best. Thanks!

 

[joebeach]

Bump - nearly 200 views, but nary a post. Has no one here used a surveyor, or heard a reputable report on one, in Tampa Bay?

If not, any opinions on whether it is generally better to go with a NAMS or a SAMS accredited surveyor?

Thanks in advance....

 

[svHyLyte]

You might contact Mike Davenport at 941-366-0888. He did some satisfactory work for us on an insurance survey and might meet your requirements.

FWIW...

 

[minnow1193]

You could try reaching out to Knothead. He (Steve) hasn't been around much on the forum that I have seen, but I bet he would know someone. Try a PM.

Good luck.

Steve

 

[SeaChanger]

Hi Joe,

I'm own a brokerage and just brought a boat up from that area. My buyer had a very good experience with Trip Vawter. You'll find he's very reasonably priced as well. Let me know how you make out.

Trip Vawter
All Florida Marine Survey, Boat Inspection, Marine Surveyor
(800) 728-4307
[email protected]

In my experience, SAMS vs NAMS makes no difference.

 

[boatpoker]

In my experience, SAMS vs NAMS makes no difference.

Perhaps not but Mr. Vawter is neither