Lake of the Ozarks Boat Surveys

We are committed to providing you with an honest, unbiased high-quality report with quick response time.

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About Your Surveyor

Captain Gerry has more than 10 years’ experience in the Marine industry at the Lake of the Ozarks including: Boat Sales, Brokerage, U.S. Coast Guard Documentation, and Lead Surveyor for Bolz Marine Survey.

He is a U.S. Coast Guard 100 Ton Master Captain, Founding Board Member at Large of the Lake of the Ozarks Captain’s Association, and Member of the Captain’s Association of Missouri. A Certified Member of the Center for Excellence for Marine Surveyors through the Association of Certified Marine Surveyors (A.C.M.S.), following generally accepted marine survey practices recognized by the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (S.A.M.S.), and The National Association of Marine Surveyors N.A.M.S.), Member of the American Boat and Yacht Council continuing certification program, and Founder of Lake of The Ozarks Charters, and Lake Ozark Boat Survey.

Press Release

“After two generations of the Bolz family providing quality survey and claims work for the marine industry. Christine Bolz, owner, announces the passing of the baton to Captain Gerry Mantia. Lead surveyor, effective August 1,2024. Gerry has purchased the book of business of Bolz Marine Survey and Claims and will be operating under Lake Ozark Boat Survey moving forward”

What is the purpose of a Marine Survey?

We are committed to providing you with an honest, unbiased high-quality report with quick response time. Your marine survey will include an estimated market value.  BUC.com and SoldBoats.com are the industry standards marine surveyors commonly use to find comparable boat values.

We offer these types of surveys

  • New or pre-owned vessels.
  • Pre-Purchase.
  • Insurance
  • Finance
  • Estate Value

Detailed Reports

A detailed report is performed by:

  • an Association of Certified Marine Surveyors, Inc.
  • Certified Marine Surveyor
  • ACMS members meet SAMS ® and NAMS ® standards
  • Lake Ozark Boat Surveys are accepted by lenders, insurance providers, etc.

What is the Process of a Marine Survey at Lake Ozark Boat Survey?

  • Schedule a survey with us when required by your lender, or Insurance company etc. via email or phone.
  • A surveyor will review the process with you and gather the required information
  • A high-quality report will be created for you typically within 3 business days and

What is the cost of a Marine Survey?

  • Surveys are billed with consideration to the overall length, location, and complexity of the report.
  • Additional travel charges apply beyond a 50-mile radius
  • Each survey includes systems, hull inspection, and sea trial
  • An exact quote will be given, exceptions, and additions may apply
  • All surveys must be paid in full before the survey is released