Every survey begins with stewardship of the sea.
Independent, meticulously detailed surveys for luxury yachts — protecting your investment and the waters we all share. Based in Newport Beach, surveying owners and insurers worldwide.
Luxury-yacht surveying, with the ocean as our client too.
We are independent marine surveyors who specialize in the vessels most people only dream of — and we believe protecting a yacht and protecting the sea are the same discipline.
From a 40-foot cruiser to a 60-meter superyacht, our surveys blend old-world craftsmanship knowledge with modern diagnostics: thermal imaging, ultrasonic thickness, moisture mapping, and engine-oil analysis. Every report is written to be read by underwriters, yards, and owners alike.
- Truly impartial. No conflicts of interest — just findings.
- Conservation baked in. We flag anti-fouling, discharge, and emissions issues others overlook.
- Photograph-grade reports. Detailed, defensible, delivered fast.
A complete survey practice for the modern yacht owner
The same full-service offering as the largest firms — with the personal accountability of a boutique.
Pre-Purchase Survey
The definitive, pre-acquisition condition & valuation. Hull, systems, machinery, electronics, and a supervised sea trial.
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Insurance & Valuation
Keep your underwriter happy and your coverage accurate. C&V reports tuned to what carriers actually need.
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Damage & Claims
Independent forensic findings after grounding, fire, collision, or storm. Root cause, scope of repair, and fair value.
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New Build Oversight
Stage inspections during construction or refit — protecting your spec, your warranty, and your timeline.
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Condition Survey
Annual or pre-refit condition reports. Catch small problems before they become five-figure ones.
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Yacht Consulting
Refit planning, eco-upgrade roadmaps, buyer's representation, and delivery acceptance — your expert on call.
ExploreA calm, transparent process from first call to final report
No jargon, no surprises. Here's exactly what happens when you engage us.
Tell us about the vessel
Share the make, model, LOA, year, and location. We send a fixed, all-in quote within hours — no travel padding, no hidden fees.
We survey on-site
Hauled-out inspection, moisture & thermal scan, machinery run, and a supervised sea trial. Typically one to two days on location.
Receive a defensible report
A bound, photograph-documented report with findings prioritized, fair market valuation, and recommended next steps — promptly after the survey.
Negotiate with confidence
Use our findings to renegotiate, walk away, or proceed. We remain on call for your broker, insurer, or yard.
When you work with Eco Yacht Surveyors
A same-day quote
Fixed, all-in pricing — survey fee and travel, before we begin.
A named surveyor
You speak directly with the expert doing the work, start to finish.
A clear, readable report
Findings prioritized by severity, with photos and budget guidance.
An eco-flag, every time
Environmental findings included as standard, at no extra cost.
The only survey firm that treats the ocean as a second client.
Every vessel we survey is also assessed for its environmental footprint — because a yacht that's sound for its owner should be sound for the waters it sails.
- Eco-flagging on every report. Anti-fouling chemistry, black-water systems, fuel & oil containment, and emissions.
- Hybrid & electric expertise. From solar-assisted cats to full battery-electric drivetrains.
- Bottom-paint & discharge focus. We flag the hull, bilge, and sanitation issues that leach into the water.
The vessels we know — and the waters we protect
A glimpse of the yachts we survey and the marine life our conservation work supports.
Motor yacht — Newport Harbor
Dolphins & yachts
Nomad expedition yacht
Fish school — marina waters
Whales & yachts
Dolphin breaching the surface
Profile survey view
Owners, brokers, and underwriters rely on our findings
"Their pre-purchase survey found a stringer delamination three other surveys missed. They saved us from a $400,000 mistake — and the report read like a novel."
Owner, 78′ motoryacht
"As a broker I refer Eco Yacht Surveyors constantly. Independent, fast, and the eco-section is a genuine differentiator my eco-conscious clients love."
Yacht broker, Newport Beach
"After a lightning strike our insurer demanded a condition survey. The report was so thorough the claim was approved in days, not weeks. Worth every cent."
Owner, catamaran
Frequently asked
Pricing scales with vessel length and survey type. A typical pre-purchase survey on a 50-foot vessel starts around $18–$26/foot. You'll always receive a fixed, all-in quote before we begin — including travel.
On-site inspection is usually one to two days depending on size and scope. Your final bound report is delivered promptly after completing the sea trial.
Yes. Our surveys are written to meet or exceed the requirements of major marine underwriters. We're happy to coordinate directly with your carrier.
Let's survey your vessel — and protect the water beneath her.
Tell us about the yacht. We'll send a fixed quote today and can usually be on-site this week.