WHAT WE DO
Specializing in automobile and cargo inspections for transportation companies, automobile and cargo manufacturers, and marine insurance companies.
We provide quality inspections and accurate electronic reporting.
We do Surveying
Pre-Load & Discharge Surveys
On-Board Inspections
On board cargo inspections involve a thorough assessment of cargo during loading or unloading to ensure its safety, security, and damage assessment. The process typically includes checking the condition of the cargo, verifying its proper stowage and securing methods. Inspectors also examine the vessel’s ramps, internal spaces, and securing equipment for any potential damage or wear that could compromise the cargo’s integrity. Detailed reports are generated, highlighting any issues and offering recommendations for corrective action if necessary. These inspections help prevent cargo damage, reduce the risk of claims, and ensure smooth, efficient operation.
Damage in Transit Surveys
Damage in Transit inspections and collision estimating involve a comprehensive evaluation of cargo and equipment that may have been impacted during transportation, whether by road, rail, or ocean. These inspections focus on identifying and documenting any visible damage caused by external factors such as rough handling, environmental conditions, or accidents during transit. Inspectors assess the extent of the damage to the cargo, packaging, and any associated infrastructure, including vehicles or containers.
In the case of collisions, the process includes estimating the costs of repairs or replacements, considering the severity of the impact, the type of damage sustained, and the cost of labor and materials for repairs. Inspectors gather evidence, such as photographs, reports, and damage assessments, to provide a thorough evaluation that helps determine liability, facilitate claims, and support insurance processes. The goal is to ensure accurate damage assessments and cost estimates, protecting both the shipper and carrier from unnecessary financial losses while ensuring that corrective actions are taken to prevent future incidents.
Biosecurity Remediation
Biosecurity Remediation refers to the process of identifying, addressing, and mitigating risks related to biological threats or contamination in a specific environment. New vehicles being exported to Australia and New Zealand can pose a potential biosecurity risk if they are not properly inspected, cleaned, and treated before arrival. The main biosecurity risks include the introduction of foreign seeds, soil, and plant material. To mitigate these biosecurity risks, new vehicles being exported to Australia must undergo a thorough inspection, cleaning, and treatment process to ensure that they are free from any potential biosecurity risks. The process includes the removal of all bio, seeds, soil, and plant material.
Petrucela and Company has pioneered and developed a comprehensive strategy to mitigate these risks on numerous makes and models in four season conditions.
We do Reporting
Accurate reporting is generated through the AssetBison software and app. AssetBison is an extremely flexible database system developed by Bison Grid.
Our reporting includes precise damage determinations based on our clients individual quality standards, detailed pricing of damaged units, digital photographs and electronic communication with our customer’s claims department. AssetBison connects to the manufactures EDI & API systems, enabling them to speed up damage claims to the shipping companies.
Where we Work
Anchorage, AK
New Westminster, BC
Seattle/Tacoma, WA
Grays Harbor, WA
Vancouver, WA
Portland, OR
Benicia, Oakland, San Francisco, Antioch, Richmond CA
Port Hueneme, CA
Los Angeles/Long Beach, CA
San Diego/National City, CA
Shreveport, LA
Mobile, AL
Tampa, FL
Port Canaveral, FL
Port Everglades, FL
Jacksonville, FL
Brunswick, GA
Savannah, GA
Charleston, SC
Baltimore, MD
Wilmington, DE
Philadelphia, PA
Newark, NJ
Halifax,NS
CURRENTLY SERVING 22 PORTS IN NORTH AMERICA:
- Anchorage, Alaska
- New Westminster / Vancouver, British Columbia
- Benicia / Richmond / San Francisco, California
- Port Hueneme, California
- Long Beach / LA, California
- San Diego / National City, California
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Tampa, Florida
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Port Everglades, Florida
- Port Canaveral, Florida
- Brunswick, Georgia
- Savannah, Georgia
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Newark, New Jersey
- Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Portland, Oregon
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Tacoma / Seattle, Washington
- Grays Harbor, Washington
- Vancouver, Washington
Please call for service in:
- Freeport, TX
- Davisville, RI
- Boston, MA
- Newport News, VA
- Miami, FL
If you have survey needs in other ports, please do not hesitate to contact us as Petrucela & Company is not limited to the above service areas.
Our service partners
Möller Survey Automotive GmbH & Co. KG
Alter Fährweg 8
27568 Bremerhaven
Germany
Phone: +49 (0)471-946-09-0
Fax: +49 (0)471-946-09-99
office@moeller-expert.com
www.moeller-expert.com
Silver’s Agencies Ltd.
2489 Agricola Street,
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3K 4C3
Phone 1: 902 497 2149
Phone 2: 902 423 7158
Fax: 902 423 7159
survey@silvers.ca
Bison Grid
Unit 3, Saints Barn, Church Lane, Southampton, Hampshire SO32 2SY UNITED KINGDOM
info@bisongrid.com
Legacy Claims Services
5184 Caldwell Mill Road
Suite 204-287 Birmingham, Alabama 35244
Phone 1: 800-780-1699
Phone 2: 205-208-7578
Fax: 205-379-0475
claims@legacyclaimsservices.com
“I can only say positive things about the Petrucela team. They are always reliable and their attention to detail is impeccable. Nothing is too much trouble for them. Their in-depth industry knowledge and support is always appreciated. Even in challenging situations the team always rise to the occasion and complete a fantastic job efficiently”
Sean Lily,
Cargo Quality Manager
Wallenius Wilhelmsen
“During the course of three decades as a RoRo carrier representative based on the U.S. West Coast and working with Petrucela & Co., as a vendor and business partner, I have found Nick Petrucela and his team at Petrucela & Co., to consistently be professional, reliable, cost competitive, and customer oriented in their specialized field of surveying RoRo cargo (particularly new automobiles at marine terminals). It has been a pleasure to work with the Petrucela team through the years. I wish them continued success in their field of surveying.”
Ray Leonard,
VP-Pacific Region, Car Carrier Division
"K" Line America, Inc.
“Petrucela is an integral part of Glovis finished Vehicle logistics operations. Petrucela is customer centric, efficient, flexible, and value adding business partner to Glovis. We appreciate Petrucela’s help on our damage assessment and claims processing.”
Jung Park,
Sr. Operations Administration Manager
Hyundai Glovis
“Petrucela & Co have been exceptional partners to work with. They’ve streamlined our label application processes while ensuring zero service failures. Their surveys are conducted promptly and with care. We can always rely on Petrucela!”
Paul Vu,
Auto Sales - Logistics Field/Export Operations Manager
American Honda Motor Company, Inc.
“Our organization has relied on Petrucela since 2009, when we initiated service. I have many vendors, Petrucela is, by far, my favorite. They are kind, responsive, thorough and provide quality service. Their industry knowledge and customer service are par-on, 100% quality.
We are an ISO certified organization and we do hold our vendors accountable for environmental, quality, and safety standards; I have never had to remind Petrucela of our organizations ethical standards, or request they up their game. I am quite proud of our relationship with Petrucela and would urge anyone interested in the services they provide, to jump on board!!”
Tami McBride,
Claims Analyst/ Risk Generalist
Tote Maritime
“Working with Petrucela & Company has been a great experience for TM Claims Service, Inc. Your dedication to providing quality damage inspection has consistently surpassed our expectations. Petrucela’s attention to detail, professionalism, and promptness in delivering accurate inspections have greatly contributed to our claims process efficiency. We highly recommend Petrucela & Company as a service provider for any insurance company seeking reliable and thorough damage survey solutions.”
Hugo Castillo,
Senior Manager - Marine Claims Division
TM Claims Service, Inc
“TOTE Maritime has been using the services of Petrucela in our Tacoma and Anchorage locations for inspections of newly manufactured vehicles. Not only do we get consistent inspections, sometimes during very inclement weather, we receive great service. If we need additional EDI service or supplemental work they have always stepped up and covered the requirement. Petrucela answers emails and phone calls immediately, their work is consistent and accurate but mostly they are pleasure to work with.”
Patty Ludden, Director of Safety, Loss Prevention and Quality, TOTE Maritime