Captain John Reichardt — Professional Marine Surveyor Services
Captain John Reichardt provides professional marine surveying services, including Purchase Surveys, Insurance Surveys, and Appraisals for finance, insurance, estate planning, and damage assessments. With more than 30 years of experience in marine-related work, Captain Reichardt brings expertise from repair, sales, and the insurance industry to every inspection and report. His broad background ensures a thorough understanding of vessel construction, systems, maintenance history, and common problems that affect value and safety.
Comprehensive Services
Our services are tailored to meet the needs of boat buyers, sellers, lenders, insurers, estates, and owners who require damage evaluation. Typical services include:
- Purchase Surveys — objective condition surveys to identify significant issues, safety concerns, and items that may affect the vessel’s value or insurability.
- Insurance Surveys — condition reports and recommendations required by insurers to set coverage terms or to evaluate claims.
- Appraisals for Finance — documented valuations for loan underwriting, refinancing, or collateral requirements by financial institutions.
- Damage Assessments — thorough inspection and documentation to support repair estimates, insurance claims, and restoration planning after incidents.
Experience and Credentials
Captain Reichardt is an Accredited Marine Surveyor with the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors® and holds a United States Coast Guard Master of Oceans 100 Ton license. These credentials reflect his formal training, sea time, and commitment to professional standards. He is also a member of the American Boat and Yacht Council, demonstrating an ongoing connection to industry best practices and technical guidance for marine systems and safety.
Committed to Quality and Continuing Education
Customer service and up-to-date technical knowledge are priorities. Captain Reichardt pursues continuing education to stay current with the latest standards, inspection techniques, and diagnostic technologies. This ongoing learning ensures survey reports are accurate, defensible, and aligned with contemporary industry expectations. The use of modern tools and inspection methods increases the reliability of findings and helps clients make informed decisions about purchase, repair, insurance, and long-term maintenance.
Approved and Trusted by Industry Partners
We are approved by all major insurance companies and financial institutions, and we routinely prepare reports that meet the requirements of underwriters and lenders. Our surveys and appraisals are prepared with clarity and supporting documentation so they can be used for underwriting, claim settlement, loan applications, and estate administration. The combination of field inspection, photographic documentation, and clear narrative conclusions produces a professional deliverable that stakeholders can rely on.
Service Area and Availability
Based in New England, we cover all of New England, Cape Cod, and the Islands. Captain Reichardt is available to travel worldwide for inspections and specialized assignments. Whether the vessel is ashore, on a mooring, in a marina slip, or in the water at a dealership, we can arrange timely appointments and provide detailed reports tailored to your needs.
Why Choose Captain John Reichardt
- Decades of marine industry experience across repair, sales, and insurance sectors.
- Accredited Marine Surveyor credential and USCG Master license for professional credibility.
- Reports accepted by insurers and financial institutions, prepared with clear recommendations.
- Commitment to continuing education, modern inspection methods, and excellent customer service.
- Flexible availability across New England, Cape Cod, the Islands, and worldwide travel for special cases.
If you need a detailed, unbiased marine survey, appraisal, or damage assessment carried out by an experienced, credentialed professional, Captain John Reichardt offers dependable service and clear, well-documented reports. For further information, professional inquiries, or to schedule an inspection, please visit our website or contact our office. Visit our website today
