Business Details
Certified Marine Surveyors & Accredited Appraisers in Northern CA
Dana R Teicheira Marine Surveyor is a firm of Independent Certified Marine Surveyors and Accredited Appraisers specializing in Hull and Machinery Surveys, Damage Assessments, and Valuation Appraisals for commercial vessels, yachts, and marina facilities. Our Principal Surveyor/Appraiser, Dana R. Teicheira, brings extensive expertise in Casualty Investigations, including collisions, machinery failures, and fire incidents, serving Marine Underwriters, attorneys, and risk management professionals. We adhere to rigorous industry standards such as USCG regulations, ABYC standards, and NFPA guidelines, ensuring compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and the American Society of Appraisers' ethical code.Our litigation support services leverage deep technical knowledge to provide expert testimony and analysis for legal professionals nationwide. With a focus on precision and integrity, we deliver comprehensive evaluations of marine assets and infrastructure, including marinas, boatyards, and shipyards, using cost-based and market-driven appraisal methodologies.
Services
Marine Surveys
Vessel Appraisals
Damage Assessments
Condition Surveys
Marina Valuations
Casualty Investigations
Expert Witness Services
Highlights and features
- We provide USPAP-compliant marine appraisal reports for legal and financial clarity.
- Our Principal Surveyor has extensive experience in casualty investigations and litigation support.
- We adhere to ABYC, NFPA, and USCG standards for rigorous technical evaluations.
- Specialized expertise in marina and boatyard infrastructure appraisals.
- Nationwide service with a focus on commercial vessel and marine asset assessments.
Associations and certifications
- American Society of Appraisers
Services
Marine Surveys
We conduct comprehensive marine surveys for commercial vessels, assessing hull integrity, machinery, and compliance with USCG, ABYC, and NFPA standards. Our surveys identify structural and mechanical risks, ensuring safety and regulatory adherence. Clients rely on our findings for insurance, purchase, and maintenance decisions.
Vessel Appraisals
Our USPAP-compliant vessel appraisals determine current market value and replacement cost using industry-recognized methodologies. We evaluate commercial vessels and yachts for financial, insurance, or legal purposes. Reports include detailed analysis of condition, market trends, and depreciation factors.
Damage Assessments
We investigate marine damage incidents to determine causation, extent of harm, and repair costs. Assignments cover collisions, fires, and machinery failures for underwriters and legal clients. Our reports support claims resolution and liability determinations with technical precision.
Casualty Investigations
Our team investigates maritime casualties, including sinkings, collisions, and crew injuries. We analyze evidence to establish root causes and compliance with safety protocols. Findings are presented in detailed reports for insurance or legal proceedings.
Expert Witness Services
We provide expert testimony and technical analysis for maritime legal cases. Our Principal Surveyor's qualifications in marine surveying and appraisals support court cases involving vessel disputes, insurance claims, and regulatory compliance matters.
People
Dana R. Teicheira
Principal Surveyor/Appraiser
Dana R. Teicheira is a Certified Marine Surveyor and Accredited Senior Appraiser with expertise in vessel and marine infrastructure evaluations. He conducts casualty investigations and litigation support for legal and insurance clients nationwide, adhering to USPAP and ABYC standards.
Questions
What types of marine surveys do you offer?
We provide hull and machinery surveys, damage assessments, condition evaluations, and USPAP-compliant appraisals for commercial vessels, yachts, and marine infrastructure.
Are your appraisals accepted for insurance purposes?
Yes, our appraisals follow USPAP standards and ABYC/NFPA guidelines, making them widely accepted by insurers and financial institutions for coverage and lending decisions.
Do you handle litigation support for maritime cases?
Yes, we offer expert witness testimony and technical analysis for legal disputes involving vessel damage, insurance claims, and regulatory compliance matters.
What areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide with a focus on Northern California, providing services for marine assets and infrastructure across the United States.
How are marina and boatyard appraisals conducted?
We use cost-based methodologies to determine replacement value, market value, and depreciation, adhering to USPAP standards and local regulatory requirements for marinas and shipyards.
