Coastal Marine Survey

Operating from the heart of the Florida Keys, Coastal Marine Survey provides comprehensive marine surveying and inspection services to boat owners throughout the Key Largo area and surrounding waters. Led by Scott Austin, an AMS (Accredited Marine Surveyor) certified professional, the business has built its reputation on thorough assessments and detailed reporting that help buyers, owners, and insurers make informed decisions about vessel condition and value.

Coastal Marine Survey specializes in multiple types of marine surveys tailored to different client needs. Their pre-purchase surveys offer prospective buyers a complete evaluation of a vessel's condition before finalizing a transaction, covering everything from hull integrity to mechanical systems and safety equipment. For current boat owners, the business conducts insurance renewal surveys that meet carrier requirements and document vessel condition for policy underwriting. When accidents or weather events occur, their damage surveys provide the detailed documentation needed for insurance claims and repair planning.

The scope of services extends beyond standard survey work. Scott Austin and his team offer flexible inspection services billed at hourly rates, allowing boat owners to request targeted assessments of specific systems or concerns without the expense of a full survey. Sea trials form an integral part of their evaluation process, taking vessels out on the water to assess handling characteristics, engine performance, and onboard systems under real operating conditions. This hands-on approach reveals issues that may not be apparent during dockside inspections.

As an AMS accredited surveyor, Austin maintains professional standards recognized throughout the marine industry. This accreditation signals adherence to established surveying protocols and ongoing professional development, giving clients confidence that their vessel assessments meet industry benchmarks. The accreditation also ensures that survey reports will be accepted by insurance companies, lenders, and other institutions that require professional marine surveying documentation.

Key Largo's location provides Coastal Marine Survey with access to a diverse range of vessels, from center console fishing boats and cruisers common in the Keys to larger sportfish yachts and sailboats that frequent South Florida waters. The business serves both local boat owners maintaining their vessels in Keys marinas and buyers from other regions considering purchases in this active boating market. Their familiarity with regional conditions—including the challenges of saltwater corrosion, tropical weather exposure, and the specific demands placed on boats used in Keys waters—informs their inspection approach.

Coastal Marine Survey positions itself as an accessible resource for the Keys boating community, with direct contact through Scott Austin ensuring personalized service and responsive scheduling. For vessel owners navigating pre-purchase decisions, insurance requirements, or damage assessment needs throughout the Upper Keys region, the business offers the technical expertise and professional credentials that these critical evaluations demand.