P. O. Box 481,  Isle of Palms, SC 29451 
 843-886-3852   Fax: 843-886-3854

 Email: dcmsurvey@bellsouth.net

        We are a a full-service Marine Surveying Company, founded in January 1960.  Originally constituted as Marine Underwriters & cargo claim specialist, the company combined with Pinckney Darby Marine Surveyors, in 1974, to become a full service Marine Surveying organization. 
     In September 2003, on the retirement of Mr. Pinckney Darby,  the firm was purchased by Richard W. Newsome, a marine surveyor with the company.  Newsome now serves as President.  He is an Accredited Marine Surveyor by the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors.

Surveyors & Staff::

 Richard W. Newsome, President  A member of  The Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors, Inc.®   He handles commercial and cargo surveys, as well as recreational vessels and survey consultations.

Hershel Lantz   Mr. Lantz is an Accredited Marine Surveyor and a member of SAMS Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors, Inc.® and handles commercial, and recreational vessels as well as cargo.

Jerry Zimmerman   Mr. Zimmerman has prior U. S. Coast Guard experience with a Masters Captains license and handles cargo surveys.
 

Type of Surveys

Pre-Purchase Survey
This is the most comprehensive type of inspection, and is strongly advised when purchasing a new or used vessel. Condition and overall operation of the vessel should be examined. This covers structural integrity, electrical systems, the propulsion system, the fuel system, other machinery, navigation equipment, miscellaneous on-board systems, cosmetic appearance, electronics, and overall maintenance as well as an out-of-water inspection and a sea trial.

Insurance Survey
This inspection is performed so that the insurance company can determine whether or not the vessel is an acceptable risk. They are interested in structural integrity and safety for its intended use. Most insurance companies require a survey on older boats. They will also want to know the vessel's fair market value.
 

Appraisal Inspection
This inspection is performed to gather enough information to justify or determine the fair market value of the vessel. This is normally needed for financing, estate settlements, donations and legal cases.

Damage Inspection

This is performed to assess the extent of damage, recommend repairs, estimate repair cost, and if requested, possible cause.

Cargo Inspection

Visual inspection prior to loading with documentation of the steps involved in the packing and pre-shipment procedures or inspection of cargo upon arrival for damages during transporting. 

Territory Covered

            Centrally located near all South Carolina ports

            North and South Carolina      Georgia

Commercial Customer

            Maersk Sealand    Hapag Lloyd    Fireman’s Fund

            Capsugel   Fischer & Krecke GmbH & Co.

            Safmarine    Kerr Norton Strachan Agency Shipping

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