Larry Goodson, Marine Surveyor, Inc.
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Larry Goodson, Marine Surveyor, Inc. provides underwater and marine services in and around Portland, OR. Services include condition surveys and damage assessment. Call to discuss scheduling, site access and pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Portland, OR
Do you cover my area, and why do some bids include a big travel charge?
Surveyors in this industry typically work out of a home port and will travel to Portland, OR or nearby for a survey. That travel is priced as a separate mobilisation charge covering crew transport, equipment setup, and dive-spread logistics. It is the single line item that most often explains a large gap between otherwise similar bids.
How is the price for a condition or damage survey calculated?
Commercial diving work is quoted as a crew or spread day rate plus a separate mobilisation charge. Depending on the asset, the inspection itself is often priced per structure or per substructure unit, while marine construction jobs are usually unit-priced per linear foot or per pile. The total scope, not an hourly rate, drives the final quote.
Can you inspect without hauling out or dry-docking?
Yes, many conditions and damage surveys can be done in-water by commercial divers, which is often required for US Coast Guard in-water hull exams under 46 CFR 71.50-3. In-water work is a regulated commercial dive operation under OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart T, so you can expect a full dive team. However, certain components—like props, shafts, or hull plating needing thickness gauging—may still require haul-out for a complete assessment, and your surveyor will tell you when that is necessary.
What does the final report look like, and what will it include?
You will receive a written report with condition or damage findings, photographs, and clear recommendations. It will reference the applicable standards, such as NBIS under 23 CFR 650.311 for a bridge or AWWA M42 for a water tank, depending on the asset. Turnaround time depends on the complexity, but the goal is to give you a document you can use for insurance claims, regulatory compliance, or maintenance planning.
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