Jolly Roger Marine Surveying
Charleston, SC, and Beyond · Professional Marine Surveys
Jolly Roger Marine Surveying

Jolly Roger
Marine Surveying

The top-tier marine surveying company — delivering thorough inspections, detailed reports, and professional insight to help you make confident decisions about the vessel.

SAMS Accredited
ABYC Certified
IAMI Member
About Us

Safety is our
main goal.

Our team combines extensive classroom training with years of hands-on experience, allowing us to expertly evaluate a wide range of vessels. Safety is our main goal, and we provide a detailed, high-quality report with findings and recommendations that emphasize U.S.C.G. regulations and A.B.Y.C. standards.

Whether this is your very first inspection or your fiftieth, it would be a privilege to assist you. Please contact us with questions or to view an example of our comprehensive reports. Our company looks forward to providing the superior consulting you deserve. Thank you for your time and for visiting.

Survey Gallery

Commercial fishing vessel Ellen Jean on boat lift
Vintage speedboat on trailer
Cargo vessel at shipping port
Center-console fishing boat on trailer
Catamaran sailboat underside view on lift
Sport fishing yacht in boat yard

Our Services

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Pre-Purchase or Insurance Surveys

Thorough vessel inspections for buyers/owners, with detailed reports covering safety, condition, and value.

Damage Assessments

Evaluation of vessel damage.

Cargo Inspections

Professional cargo survey services with comprehensive documentation.

Vessel Management

Let us handle the chores so you can enjoy the cruise. We take care of your boat's provisioning, scheduling, and contractor coordination to help keep everything running smoothly.

Repair Documentation

Whether you need it for insurance, legal backup, or just peace of mind, we’ve got you covered. Get real-time updates and detailed reports that help protect your investment.

Voyage Planning

From route and weather analysis to port logistics and regulatory review—we make sure every passage is meticulously prepared with safety as our top priority.

Sailboat silhouetted against a vivid orange sunset on the water
Motor yacht elevated on supports at shipyard
Vessel damage assessment — deteriorated wood and water damage
Industrial barge at waterway dock
Vessel hull damage assessment — cracked hull close-up
Vessel hull damage assessment — large breach in fiberglass hull

See Our Google Reviews!

“David surveyed a 2014 Lagoon 380 for us. The best part of the whole experience was his communication. We spoke by phone/emailed/texted several times before and after the survey. This was only my second survey experience and David was incredibly patient with me throughout the whole process. Throughout the day of the survey David pointed issues out to me and spent an hour afterwards with my broker and I going over every issue he discovered. I showed David's survey report to someone who has had apprx 8-10 surveys conducted for various boat purchases and he said this was the most thorough report he has ever read. We close on the boat purchase next week. I highly recommend Jolly Roger Marine Surveying.”

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Marc P.

“David was absolutely amazing! I was purchasing an out of state boat and needed to have it thoroughly inspected before I made the trip to look at the boat. David's communication at every step was excellent, going so far as calling me just to let me know he was on his way to the boat. His report was 50 pages of detailed explanation, with photos, and was very well organized. I can not recommend David enough for marine survey work! A+ effort and execution!”

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Shaun D.

“Organized, responsive and good communication. David did a thorough job with our survey. I would recommend Jolly Roger to others with no reservations.”

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Jason M.

“I needed a boat survey for insurance rather quickly. David made an opening for me in a couple days time. David was very thorough and professional. He took the time to explain any deficiencies on the spot and gave me time to discuss each finding before write-up. The report referenced appropriate USCG and ABYC Standards and was complete with photos and comments. Highly recommend.”

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Chris C.
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