Freya23

I'm brand new to boating and need some recommendations for pre purchase surveyors as have just put down a deposit on my first boat! I've been given a list by the broker but the most highly recommended people from the forums I've already looked at are busy. Does anyone have any any of the following: Hugh Ellacot, Pete Crispin, William Flannery, Lee Shore Marine, David Stewart, David Pestridge, Andrew whitmore, Colin mallard south? (Or anyone to avoid?) My survey date is not very far away so any advice is really appreciated!

*Boating! Also, I've read through all of the advice and pros/cons of having concrete block/poured ballust. I'm trying to avoid any form of concrete but can't find information anywhere about which makers don't use it or which age of boat is unlikely to have it. I don't have the time or funds to get a shell fitted out or buy a really new boat. If the majority do have some form of concrete in there am I safe to go for blocked concrete, rather than spending time I dont have on looking for a boat alternative ballust, and just be aware of the risks? Thank you for your advice!!

I'm new to hosting and am interested in a boat made in 1998 by Terry Milson. I've tried to research the builder but can't find anything about him. What is the general consensus and is there anything I should be aware of?