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Peak Marine offers pre-purchase inspections, insurance risk surveys and vessel valuations from the Sunshine Coast, serving South East Queensland.
Service area: Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Tin Can Bay and Hervey Bay; further travel by arrangement
Tim Grant’s Peak Marine provides independent vessel inspections for buyers and owners. Its services include pre-purchase surveys, insurance condition and risk reports, and valuations for customs, legal or resale purposes.
Inspections can address structural condition, machinery, propulsion, electrical systems and safety equipment. The business also offers yacht deliveries within Australia and internationally.
Peak Marine lists the Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Tin Can Bay and Hervey Bay among its service locations, with further travel by arrangement.
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“We highly recommend Tim for his excellent work surveying our houseboat. He was very punctual, professional, and thorough in carrying out the survey. Tim was also friendly, easy to communicate with, and a pleasure to work with throughout the process. We were very happy with the job he did and would have no hesitation in recommending Tim to anyone needing a houseboat survey.”
Thank you for your kind words. was a pleasure to meet you.
“Tim provided a thorough boat survey, he was professional, knowledgeable with good communication. Anything Tim handles directly with the Survey was very good. Highly recommend Peak Marine for any Boat inspection/survey needs.”
Thanks Dan, best of luck with the boat !
“Tim from Peak Marine surveyed my sailboat for insurance purpose. He was punctual and accurate in his survey. I will use Tim again next year. Cheers Hans”
Thank you Hans, was great to meet you and chat boats !
“Tim was very thorough, as well as being helpful with how to address any issues. Providing expert advice and contact information for the best trades person for the job. His communication was quick and consistent. I would highly recommend Tim to anyone looking for a Survey to be done.”
Thank you for the kind words Greg. Best of luck with your new boat !
“Tim was on time and very efficient at his job we would recommend Tim from peak Marine”
Thanks Steven, great to meet you
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