Testimonials | UK Yacht Surveyors | Professional yacht and boat surveyors

The survey proved to be more useful and valuable than I could ever have imagined, thank you for your exceptionally thorough work. Thank you again for all your efforts.
Adam (Bosun Queen 55)

Jonathan has been highly professional and thorough in all aspect of the inspection, including the sea trial, and every component of the boat. Where a rigger and an engineer were also used Jonathan ensured these trades provided meaningful and useful reporting. Jonathan has done further investigation beyond the inspection and provided highly detailed and useful report.
Eyal (Oyster 68, Italy)

If you are looking for a survey, it would be hard to find a better surveyor than Jonathan Massey. He is exceptionally well qualified and meticulous in his work. I received his thorough and detailed report in less than 48 hours and it gave me all the information and the confidence I needed to proceed with the purchase, at a very fair price.
Dennis (Catalina 320)

We have reached an agreement with the vendor - having reduced the purchase price by 15000 Euro. Thank you for all your assistance, advice and the high quality survey and report - really excellent and appreciate your assistance.
Marc (Lagoon 440 Catamaran, Italy)

A prompt and comprehensive report. I found your approach extremely professional and would have no hesitation in using or recommending you in the future.
Darren (Fairline Targa 43)

Thank you very much for such an impressive and thorough work under these challenging weather conditions. Thank you very much for the very detailed list of recommendations.
Guenter (Dufour 38 Classic)

Many thanks for the professional, comprehensive, positive and timely way your task has been undertaken. We very much enjoyed your company at Totnes and hope to complete the purchase tomorrow. The trades have been organised to address your recommendations prior to re-launch.
Roger (Westerly Konsort)

We have reached an agreement with the vendor - have reduced the purchase price by 15000 Euro. Thank you for all your assistance, advice and the high quality survey and report - really excellent and appreciate your assistance.
Marc (Lagoon 440 Catamaran, Italy)

As a result of your survey on my Nauticat 331, the owner agreed to rectify all 6 of your recommendations. I estimate these jobs would have cost me several thousands of pounds if I had paid for them to be done myself.
Going forward, your survey has given me a very comprehensive "to do" list for the next year - 58 jobs in all! Everything from fitting an AIS system to replacing the hinge on the cupboard door that you discovered hidden under the pilot house table!
Mark (Nauticat 331)

Many thanks for the survey. It has been a pleasure throughout the process.
John (Contessa 32)

This survey fully fills our needs and will serve in concluding our sales agreement as well as in doing the necessary repairs.
Guillaume (Ocean Row Boat)

A most comprehensive report that even a silly old ex-Chief RN can read and understand! I will definitely recommend your services to my sailing colleagues.
Paul (Hunter Legend 320)

Your professional and comprehensive approach identified several issues that we were able to deal with before closing on the boat, resulting in a substantial saving of funds. Your manner and prompt responses to questions I had made it a joy to work with you. I would not hesitate to recommend you.
John (Discovery 55)

An example to us all… the recommendations and suggestions are brilliant… the appendices are very informative and completely relevant… you have gone more than the extra mile for your clients…
Martin Evans, Fellow of YBDSA

The report is a masterpiece. A key feature is the clarity of the matters requiring immediate attention and those that are recommendations for the future. The whole report is succinct and detailed.
Douglas (Rival 41A)

I was stunned when I read your survey report. It is the best I have ever seen both in terms of content and presentation, at a completely different level to anything I have seen before and sets new standards for yacht surveyors.
Paul Stevens, Fellow of YBDSA, Lead Instructor Practical Yacht Surveying Course IBTC Lowestoft, founding member of BMSE.

The survey proved to be more useful and valuable than I could ever have imagined, thank you for your exceptionally thorough work. Thank you again for all your efforts.
Adam (Bosun Queen 55)

I passed your survey on to the broker. The vendor put right the issues at his expense and also paid for full engine and leg service, so we took delivery of the boat in tip top shape.
Thank you for your professional in-put.
Bob Evans 11/2/14

I am very happy with the professional service given, the report was detailed and accurate. I have no hesitation in recommending your services in the future.
Guy (J-92)

I highly recommend the services of Jonathan Massey. The report he prepared was very detailed and he was always available to answer my questions.
Kasia (Dehler 34)

A very detailed survey report, which was made in a short period of time and at a reasonable cost. The information in the report was very clear, informative, including tips and recommendations. I highly recommend the services of UK Yacht Surveyors and in particular Jonathan.
Vladimir (Parker 800)

Thank you for the survey, the report and the sage advice. All very much appreciated. Your input is worth its weight in gold! You showed the beast in its true form, which is critical for us.
James (Reflex 38 Oct)

A prompt and comprehensive report. I found your approach extremely professional and would have no hesitation in using or recommending you in the future.
Darren (Fairline Targa 43)

I really cannot speak highly enough of Jonathan Massey. He is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and meticulous in his work. We found Jonathan very approachable and he explained everything to us in simple language we could understand. The detailed survey report very clearly documented the vessel from top to bottom. He quickly found a number of critical issues with the boat that we had missed and as such, saved us from a seriously bad move. If you are looking to buy a boat and want true peace of mind with an impeccable surveyor, then definitely contact Jonathan. An expert and a gentleman.
John (Reflex 38 PPS)

Thank you for preparing this so quickly. Very useful indeed.
Johnny (Beneteau First 31.7)

Thank you for compiling such a good report.
Lee (Rinker Q5 Bowrider)

Thank you so much with all your assistance with the boat from start to finish. In particular, thanks for your help with sorting the trailer too.
Shaun (Searay 240)

The survey delivered by Jonathan Massey was extremely detailed and the report was very comprehensive with an identification of all issues that had to be promptly addressed. The quality of the survey and the support of Jonathan was of utmost importance in successfully closing the deal.
Filipe (Dufour Grand Large 425)