Types of Surveys
If you’re buying, selling, insuring, or maintaining a boat, a professional marine survey is essential to understanding your vessel’s true condition and value. At Northstar Marine Consulting & Survey, Jason Burns—a certified Marine Technician and Survey Associate—provides expert boat inspections and marine surveys across Delaware, the Chesapeake Bay and Eastern Shore region, including Aberdeen, Baltimore, and Annapolis.
Pre-Purchase, Condition & Value (C&V) Boat Survey
Before purchasing a vessel, a pre-purchase boat survey gives you a complete picture of its condition, performance, and safety. Jason evaluates every major system—hull, propulsion, steering, electrical, plumbing, and sanitation—and provides a detailed report with documentation, fair-market value, replacement cost, and an overall maintenance assessment.
Insurance or Finance Marine Survey
Banks and insurance companies often require a marine survey to confirm that the vessel is structurally sound, well-maintained, and properly valued. This inspection determines whether your boat is an acceptable risk for coverage or financing and includes a full review of safety and operational systems.
Damage or Claims Boat Survey
If your vessel is damaged, Jason provides damage and insurance claim surveys to determine the cause, extent of damage, recommended repairs, and estimated costs—helping you navigate the claims process quickly and accurately.
Boat Appraisal Survey
Need a value assessment for sale, donation, or estate purposes?
A professional boat appraisal survey establishes your vessel’s fair-market value based on its condition and comparable sales data.
Advanced Engine Diagnostics
Jason uses Diacom Marine engine diagnostic software to analyze performance, retrieve ECM codes, and identify potential mechanical issues. This advanced diagnostic service—included in most surveys—sets Northstar apart from many other surveyors in the region.
Service Area
Northstar Marine Consulting & Survey proudly serves:
Delaware, Aberdeen, Havre de Grace, Baltimore, Dundalk, Middle River, Severna Park, Annapolis, Deale, Kent Island, North East, Stevensville, Edgewater, North Beach, Shady Side, Chesapeake Beach, and parts of New Jersey and Virginia.