General Info

Certified Marine Surveyors is a Chicago-based company providing independent marine surveying and consulting services to insurance underwriters, financial institutions and knowledgeable boaters. Rick Lenschow, SAMS-AMS, principal marine surveyor, has over 20 years serving the marine industry, 13 of which have been devoted to marine surveying in the Chicago area. He's completed over 3, 000 marine surveys comprising a vast array of vessels from small pleasure boats to large luxury yachts, both power and sail.We've earned a reputation for providing our clients with quality, dependable service in a timely manner. CMS specializes in the following types of marine surveys: Insurance Damage Appraisals, Pre-Purchase, Condition & Value, Mechanical, Investigative Services and Expert Witness Testimony.