Business Details
18 Years
experience
Expert Marine Surveys for High-Performance Boats
Founded in 2008, Performance Marine Surveyors has built a reputation as a leader in marine surveying, leveraging decades of hands-on experience in the boating industry. Our team specializes in conducting comprehensive pre-purchase condition assessments, value appraisals, and insurance-related surveys using advanced tools like FLIR thermal imaging and electronic control module scans. With a focus on high-performance vessels, we adhere to ABYC standards and provide expert witness testimony in marine-related legal cases.Our commitment to technical excellence is matched by our dedication to client education, offering post-purchase guidance on boat operation and maintenance. Backed by certifications from the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors and extensive experience in both recreational and competitive boating, we deliver actionable insights that protect clients' investments and ensure safety on the water.
Services
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Insurance Damage Assessments
Financing Surveys
Expert Witness Testimony
Boat Appraisals
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We conduct over 270 marine surveys annually for insurers and owners
- Certified ABYC surveyors since 1979 with racing heritage expertise
- Accepted by all major insurance companies and financial institutions
- Expert witness services with proven courtroom effectiveness
- Offer post-purchase operational training for new boat owners
Associations and certifications
- ABYC
- Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors
What people say
Properly explains complex situations
Cares about customers long after service
Understands boat machinery deeply
Saves clients money through expertise
Handles projects transparently
Services
Pre-Purchase Surveys
Our comprehensive pre-purchase surveys use thermal imaging and moisture meters to detect hidden damage while evaluating structural integrity and mechanical systems. We provide detailed reports with maintenance recommendations and value assessments to support informed purchasing decisions for recreational and high-performance vessels.
Insurance Surveys
We conduct ABYC-compliant insurance surveys documenting vessel condition for policy underwriting and claims processing. Our reports include photographic evidence and technical analysis to help insurers evaluate risk exposure and coverage requirements for marine assets.
Expert Witness Services
Our marine surveying expertise extends to courtroom testimony explaining technical failures and accident causes. We provide clear, jargon-free explanations of complex marine systems and maintenance issues for legal proceedings involving boat-related incidents and disputes.
Financing Surveys
We prepare detailed financing surveys verifying vessel condition and value for banks and lending institutions. Our reports meet financial industry requirements while identifying potential issues that could affect loan terms or collateral value.
Boat Appraisals
Our appraisals determine accurate market values considering vessel age, condition, and equipment. We use industry databases and comparable sales data to provide defensible valuations for insurance, financing, and legal purposes across various boat types.
People
Edward R. Cozzi
President and Owner
With over 40 years in the marine industry, Ed Cozzi combines offshore racing experience with technical expertise. A certified ABYC surveyor since 1979, he has conducted thousands of inspections and provided expert testimony in marine cases nationwide.
Questions
What types of marine surveys do you offer?
We provide pre-purchase condition assessments, insurance damage evaluations, financing surveys, and expert witness testimony for legal cases involving marine incidents.
Why choose ABYC-certified surveyors?
ABYC certification ensures standardized, comprehensive evaluations using industry-recognized safety and maintenance criteria, giving you reliable, actionable information about your vessel.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes, our surveys are accepted by all major insurance providers for policy underwriting and claims assessment purposes.
Can you survey high-performance boats?
Our specialty is evaluating high-performance vessels like Cigarette, Fountain, and MTI models, with deep expertise in their unique mechanical and structural requirements.
What happens during a pre-purchase survey?
We conduct moisture testing, engine diagnostics, structural inspections, and system checks while providing post-inspection guidance on maintenance and operation.
