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Mobile Marine Surveys & Appraisals

Certified Master Marine Surveyor based in Cape Girardeau, MO. Pre-purchase inspections, condition and insurance surveys, and appraisals, done wherever your boat is. Text (573) 979-3032 or email mobilemarinesurveyor@gmail.com.

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5.0★
Average rating
5+
Google reviews
4
Areas served
  • Navtech USSA Master Marine Surveyor
  • Accident & Fraud Investigation
  • Recreational & Small Commercial
  • Certified Master Marine Surveyor
  • MO · IL · KY · TN
  • Independent & Unbiased
  • Detailed Written Reports

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Survey Rates & Travel

Rates

  • Marine surveysStarting at $20.00 per foot
  • Travel, first 100 milesFree
  • Travel, each mile after 100$1.00 per mile
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Certified Master Marine Surveyor

  • Navtech USSA Master Marine Surveyor MMS Certification presented to Cary Ogborn

    Master Marine Surveyor, MMS Certification

    Navtech US Surveyors Association

    16 hours continuing education credit

  • Navtech USSA Accident and Fraud Investigation certificate presented to Cary Ogborn

    Accident and Fraud Investigation

    Navtech USSA Master Marine Surveyors International

    4 hours continuing education credits

  • Navtech USSA Master Marine Surveyor Recreational and Small Commercial certificate presented to Cary Ogborn

    Master Marine Surveyor, Recreational and Small Commercial

    Navtech US Surveyors Association

    16 hours continuing education credit

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I'm based in Cape Girardeau, MO and survey vessels across Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, and Tennessee. I come to your boat wherever it sits, whether that's a marina, dry storage, or your driveway. The first 100 miles of travel are free, then $1.00 per mile.

Text (573) 979-3032 or email mobilemarinesurveyor@gmail.com. I work nights, so a text or email is the best way to reach me.

No. I only do surveys, pre-purchase inspections, condition and insurance surveys, and appraisals. That keeps my inspections independent and unbiased, with no repair work to sell you.

A full inspection of the hull, structure, systems, engines, and safety gear, plus a fair-market value, delivered as a detailed written report with photos you can use for negotiation, insurance, and financing.

A survey assesses the vessel's condition and safety. An appraisal establishes fair-market value for insurance, financing, donation, estate, or sale. I provide both.

Yes. Insurers and lenders often require a current condition survey, and I provide the documented report formatted for exactly what they need.

Most surveys take a few hours depending on the size and type of vessel. You'll receive a clear, documented report shortly after, typically within a couple of days.

Surveys start at $20.00 per foot. Travel is free for the first 100 miles, then $1.00 per mile after that. Text (573) 979-3032 or email mobilemarinesurveyor@gmail.com with your boat's details.

No. This is a mobile service with no shop drop-off. I come to your vessel's current location.

Yes, lake testing is available.

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Proudly serving Cape Girardeau and surrounding areas

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WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

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Cary went above and beyond. Doesn’t everyone have that littl, diamond in the rough, mom and pop, restaurant or store or shop that is the best in the world but wildly underrated and not well known. That’s this boat shop. Amazing turn around time, amazing attention to detail, under priced, I can’t say enough great things ! Do yourself a favor and stop your search here.

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Eric Catalano

4 years ago

Cary is AWESOME! Had Cary make some trailer modifications last summer, when my boat died,got a quote at the lake near by and they did not want to repair my boat, and quoted me high and then refused to do the service. Called Cary and he was happy to help! Made the repair, as well as some others while having the engine pulled and recommended so modifications to make my life easier (move if the batteries) asked about cleaning up the gel coat and some other small repairs. All for less than the lake shop said the parts were going to be….. Cary added in some bonus free items because he is proud of his work and wanted the boat to be like new when I picked it up. We I had some issues starting it up on the lake for the first time texted Cary and he helped me out and got me going! I won’t be taking my boat anywhere else!

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Tyler Robinson

3 years ago

Cary installed a 350 SB into our 1986 American Skier. He was very thorough, meticulous, and easy to work with. He kept me informed during the whole process including sending pics of any issues. He explained every detail. We would highly recommend Cary for any job big or small.

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Sherry and Kevin Reichert

4 years ago

Met Carey and spoke with him about my needs and wants! Wanted to see how good he was with boat knowledge and being able to repair a few things on my boat! I am very impressed with his work and the time it took to get everything I asked done! Very professional and budget friendly!

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David Ray

4 years ago

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