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Sea Captain Marine Surveyor

Name: Sea Captain Marine Surveyor
Address: Nanaimo, BC, CA
Telephone: +12502661522

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Our experienced Surveyor offers a range of services to meet your needs, including Pre-Purchase Survey, Insurance Survey, Appraisal Survey, Damage Survey and much more!

09/02/2026

A classic West Coast fishing machine right here 👇

This is a 1998 Sportcraft 252 Fishmaster, fiberglass hull, sitting on a trailer and ready for serious offshore days. Solid lines, deep-V attitude, and a layout that just makes sense for fishing on the Pacific coast. These boats earned their reputation for a reason—stable, predictable, and built to handle real water, not just marina laps.

Whether you’re chasing salmon, halibut, or just loading the coolers with good memories, this is the kind of platform that inspires confidence before you even leave the driveway.

And that’s exactly why pre-purchase and insurance surveys matter—even well-built boats deserve a proper, professional look before money changes hands.

📍 Based in Nanaimo, travelling across Vancouver Island
🔍 Pre-purchase • Insurance • Valuation surveys
🌊 Fiberglass • Aluminum • Steel • Trailered or afloat

👉 www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.com

08/31/2026

Thinking of buying, selling, or insuring a vessel?
A professional marine survey provides clarity, risk awareness, and documentation you can rely on.

We provide independent marine surveying services across British Columbia, including:
• Pre-purchase surveys
• Insurance surveys
• Valuations
• Condition and compliance inspections

All surveys are conducted in accordance with ABYC recommended practices and Transport Canada requirements, with clear written reports, supporting photographs, and practical, prioritized recommendations.

We are a Member of SAMS - Surveying Associate, a member of AMSBC, ABYC, NFPA, ACMS and CACMS and operate as independent marine surveyors focused on objective assessment and professional reporting.

📍 Based in Nanaimo | Serving coastal British Columbia
📅 Flexible scheduling
📄 Clear, professional survey reports

👉 Learn more or book your survey here:
www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

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08/29/2026

🔋 Battery banks: small components, big consequences.

This battery bank had multiple deficiencies that are worth talking about.

These are lead-acid batteries, which require regular monthly servicing—checking electrolyte levels and topping up with distilled water. In this case, the batteries were very difficult to access. The fill caps were located below the floor sole and extremely close to it, making routine inspection and servicing impractical.

As a result, we observed significant electrolyte leakage, likely from overfilling. There was no acid-proof containment under the batteries—only wood and aluminum, both of which were already showing advanced corrosion. Battery acid had leaked into the engine room bilge, where it began attacking nearby metal components.

At the terminals, the electrolyte reacted with the lead posts and cable ends, creating the familiar blue corrosive buildup. This is a strong indicator that the connections were not being regularly inspected or cleaned.

Additional concerns:

Batteries were not properly secured vertically or horizontally (they must not move more than ~1 inch in any direction).

No terminal boots were installed, increasing short-circuit risk.

Poor access made proper maintenance unrealistic.

Corrosive damage was already spreading beyond the battery area.

Battery banks are often “out of sight, out of mind,” but failures here can lead to electrical faults, fire risk, and accelerated corrosion throughout the vessel.

If you can’t safely access, service, contain, and secure your batteries—there’s a problem that needs fixing.

⚓ Sea Captain Marine Surveyor Inc.
Professional marine surveys across Vancouver Island
🌐 www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

08/26/2026

On the hard today for an insurance survey: a 2005 Sea Ray 44 Sedan Bridge — a classic example of why these boats have such a loyal following.

Sea Ray has been building boats since the late 1950s, and by the early 2000s they were at the top of their game. The 44 Sedan Bridge is known for its solid fiberglass construction, practical engine-room access, and a layout that actually works for real cruising. Wide side decks, a spacious flybridge, and a bright, well-thought-out interior make it equally comfortable at the dock or underway.

These boats strike a great balance between performance, comfort, and durability — which is exactly why insurers, buyers, and surveyors still take them seriously 20 years later. When they’re maintained properly, they age very well.

Another reminder that a proper haul-out inspection matters, especially for insurance coverage and long-term ownership.

🔍 Pre-purchase • Insurance • Valuation surveys
📍 Based in Nanaimo, serving all of Vancouver Island

🌐 www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

08/22/2026

“𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚: 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗼 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗗𝗦𝗖 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹 𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽’𝘀 𝗠𝗠𝗦𝗜 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱.”

That message popped up as soon as this VHF radio was powered on—and it’s an important one.

An MMSI number (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) is a unique 9-digit ID tied to your vessel. It’s what allows your VHF radio to send a Digital Selective Calling (DSC) distress calls at the push of a button. Without an MMSI entered, the radio can still transmit voice, but all DSC safety functions are disabled.

Why this matters:

In an emergency, a DSC distress call automatically transmits your vessel ID and position (when connected to GPS).

It allows direct calling between vessels and proper integration with modern navigation systems.

Search and rescue authorities rely on MMSI information to respond quickly and accurately.

How to get an MMSI (Canada):

Recreational vessels obtain an MMSI through Industry Canada / ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada) (typically at no cost).

The MMSI must be registered to the vessel and kept up to date.

Once issued:

The MMSI must be properly programmed into the VHF radio (often a one-time entry).

The radio should be connected to a GPS to transmit position data.

The antenna system must be in good condition.

In this case, we also found a damaged VHF antenna, which means that even with an MMSI entered, transmission range and reliability could be severely reduced. A properly programmed radio is only effective if the antenna system is sound.

Bottom line:
A VHF radio without an MMSI—or with a faulty antenna—can give a false sense of safety. This is something we see more often than we should, and it’s always worth checking.

If you’re unsure whether your safety systems are set up correctly, that’s exactly what a marine survey is for.

🌐 www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

08/19/2026

Nordhavn yachts have earned a rock-solid reputation for one reason: they’re designed for serious passagemaking. Built by Pacific Asian Enterprises (PAE) with a focus on strength, redundancy, and real-world offshore capability, these vessels are made to cross oceans, reach remote places, and do it safely and comfortably.

The Nordhavn 46 is a great example of that philosophy. Heavy displacement hull, long range fuel capacity, conservative systems layout, and a proven design that’s been refined over decades. These boats aren’t about flash — they’re about reliability, seaworthiness, and thoughtful engineering. As a result, you don’t see many of them on the market, and when you do, they tend to hold their value exceptionally well.

This vessel was inspected as part of an Insurance survey, including a full out-of-water hull inspection. Boats like this deserve a thorough evaluation — not just because of their value, but because they’re often destined for long voyages far from help.

If you’re buying a passagemaker, getting the right survey matters.

📍 Based in Nanaimo, serving all of Vancouver Island
🌐 www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

08/15/2026

Through-hull fittings are one of those systems that really deserve regular attention, because when they fail, they fail below the waterline.

In the first photo, the valve handle is missing and there are clear signs of leakage around the fitting. The hose itself is aged and due for replacement. On top of that, the assembly is made up of mixed materials — a metal through-hull/valve with a PVC fitting threaded into it. This is a weak point below the waterline. Metal and PVC expand at different rates, and over time that movement can loosen threads, crack the plastic fitting, or cause sudden failure without much warning.

In the second photo, the issues stack up. The hose connected to the through-hull is not rated for below-waterline use and is not oil-resistant, which is critical in an engine or machinery space. The hose itself is aged, both clamps are installed on the same side, and the through-hull valve is rusted and seized, meaning it cannot be relied upon when you actually need it.

Through-hull fittings, valves, hoses, and clamps should all be:

Properly rated for below-waterline use

Made of compatible materials

Easy to operate and clearly identifiable

Inspected regularly and serviced before problems become emergencies

It’s a small area of the boat, but one of the highest-risk systems if neglected.

If you’re buying, selling, or just want peace of mind, this is exactly the kind of detail a proper marine survey looks for.

Sea Captain Marine Surveyor Inc.
📍 Vancouver Island & beyond
🌐 www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

08/12/2026

This 1986 C&C 30 was inspected as part of a full pre-purchase survey, including both an in-water inspection and a haul-out for a complete view of the hull and underwater components.

C&C Yachts built a strong reputation through the 1970s and 1980s for producing sailboats that combined performance, solid construction, and thoughtful engineering. Many of their designs were drawn by leading naval architects of the time, resulting in boats known for stiff hulls, efficient fin keels, responsive handling, and durable fiberglass construction.

The C&C 30 is a great example of that era: a capable performance cruiser and club racer with clean lines and a layout that still works well decades later. Boats like this highlight why a proper pre-purchase survey is important—structure, systems, and overall condition need to be understood before moving forward.

If you’re considering the purchase of a sailboat, whether for racing or cruising, a detailed survey helps ensure there are no surprises.

Pre-purchase and insurance surveys across Vancouver Island
Fiberglass, aluminum, and steel vessels
Nanaimo-based, travel available

www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca

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Nanaimo, BC

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+12502661522

Website

http://www.seacaptainmarinesurveyor.ca/

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