Initial Consultation & Inspection
What Your Initial Inspection Includes
A practical first assessment to understand your vessel’s condition, priorities and likely scope of work before repairs, restoration or a new-build project is quoted.
On-site or dockside inspection
A detailed walk-around inspection of the hull, deck, rigging, structure, joinery, fastenings, and systems.
Initial condition findings
Diagnosis of wet rot, dry rot, fungal decay, delamination, cracking, keel integrity, frame condition, fastener corrosion, etc.
Photo / video documentation
High-resolution photographs and video walk-through to show areas of concern.
Estimate & scope proposal
Written estimate of work needed, prioritized (e.g. essential, recommended, optional) with cost ranges and timelines.
Consultation on materials & methods
Advice on traditional Irish timbers (oak, larch, perhaps native species), caulking, fastening types (copper, silicon bronze, etc.), traditional joinery practices, and modern supplements (epoxy, resins) as appropriate.
Feasibility / restoration planning
For older or deteriorated craft, assessment whether full restoration, partial rebuild, or new build may be more cost-effective.
Please note: The cost of an initial consultation and inspection varies depending on the level of detail required and the location of the vessel. A full quotation will be provided once the scope of the inspection is agreed.