Business Details
Expert Marine Surveyors in Long Beach, CA
Pacific Marine Surveyors has built a reputation for excellence in marine inspection services since our founding in 2015. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined maritime experience, including over 2,000 completed surveys and extensive sea service backgrounds. We specialize in comprehensive vessel assessments following ABYC, NFPA, and USCG standards, delivering detailed reports with actionable recommendations within three business days. Our expertise spans pre-purchase evaluations, insurance surveys, damage inspections, and specialized consultations for both commercial and private clients.With principal surveyors holding prestigious certifications from NAMS and SAMS, we maintain rigorous ethical standards and ongoing professional development to ensure accurate, reliable assessments. Our hands-on experience navigating 20,000+ ocean miles informs our practical approach to identifying structural vulnerabilities and system inefficiencies that others might overlook. We serve clients from Santa Barbara to San Diego, offering transparent evaluations that combine technical precision with real-world maritime knowledge.
Services
Pre-Purchase Survey
Insurance Survey
Appraisal Inspection
Damage Inspection
Cargo Damage Surveys
Consultation Services
Sea Trial Evaluation
Highlights and features
- Our team holds certifications from NAMS and SAMS industry organizations
- Principal surveyors have completed over 2,000 marine inspections
- Reports include detailed recommendations and fair market valuations
- We follow ABYC, NFPA, and USCG inspection standards
- Surveyors have 20,000+ combined ocean miles of practical experience
Associations and certifications
- National Accredited Marine Surveyors
- Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors
- American Boat and Yacht Council
Services
Pre-Purchase Survey
Our comprehensive pre-purchase surveys examine structural integrity, electrical systems, propulsion components, and navigation equipment. We conduct out-of-water inspections and sea trials to assess vessel performance. Clients receive detailed reports with photographs and recommendations within three business days.
Insurance Survey
Insurance surveys evaluate vessel safety and structural condition to determine insurability. We test all systems without disassembly, following USCG and ABYC standards. Our reports include fair market valuations and compliance assessments required by insurance providers for older vessels.
Damage Inspection
We assess damage extent, identify repair requirements, and estimate costs for insurance claims. Our inspections document structural failures and system malfunctions, providing detailed analysis of damage causes and recommended corrective actions for marine insurance purposes.
Appraisal Inspection
Appraisal inspections determine fair market value for financing, estate settlements, and legal matters. We analyze vessel condition, equipment specifications, and market comparables to provide accurate valuation reports meeting industry standards.
Sea Trial Evaluation
Sea trials assess vessel performance through engine monitoring, steering evaluation, and system diagnostics. We observe engine mounts, exhaust systems, and control mechanisms during 30-120 minute tests, providing operational assessments for pre-purchase or performance issue resolution.
People
Daniel Gorman
Principal Surveyor
Certified Marine Surveyor with NAMS and ABYC certifications. Graduated from California Maritime Academy with Marine Engineering degree. Holds US Coast Guard 3rd Engineers Unlimited license. 10 years of surveying experience after 5 years at sea on commercial vessels.
Rick Gorman
Senior Marine Surveyor
SAMS-certified surveyor with 2,000+ completed surveys. Holds ABYC certification and Chapman School of Seamanship training. 20,000 ocean miles sailing experience informs practical assessment approach. Specializes in structural integrity evaluations and damage investigations.
Evan Wanamaker
Apprentice Surveyor
NAMS Apprentice Surveyor with 10 years commercial shipping experience. Holds 1600 Ton Master license and ABYC certification. Graduated from California Maritime Academy with Marine Transportation degree. Specializes in system diagnostics and equipment evaluations.
Questions
What types of marine surveys do you offer?
We provide pre-purchase surveys, insurance surveys, appraisal inspections, damage assessments, cargo damage surveys, and sea trial evaluations for commercial and private vessels.
How long does a survey take to complete?
Most inspections take 3-6 hours on-site. Written reports with photographs and recommendations are delivered within three business days following the inspection.
Do you serve areas outside Long Beach?
We serve clients from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Our surveyors travel throughout Southern California to accommodate vessel inspection requirements.
What certifications do your surveyors hold?
Our team holds certifications from National Accredited Marine Surveyors (NAMS), Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS), and American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC).
Can you perform emergency vessel inspections?
We prioritize urgent requests and offer expedited scheduling for critical inspections. Contact us directly at 714-478-9914 to discuss immediate inspection needs.
