Affordable Pricing for Private Investigation Services
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Pricing For Our Services

The pricing structure at a private investigation agency can vary depending on the type of service requested and the complexity of the case. Typically, private investigation agencies charge an hourly rate that can range from $50 to $300 per hour. However, some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain services, such as background checks or surveillance. In addition to the hourly or flat fees, clients may also be responsible for additional costs such as travel expenses, equipment rentals, and court fees. It's important to discuss pricing upfront to ensure that you understand the costs involved and to avoid any surprises down the line.

Asset Searches
Depending on the depth of the asset search will determine the cost. 

The cost of asset searches from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the scope of the search and the complexity of the case. Generally, asset searches are charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $75 to $300 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of asset searches, such as real estate or business entity searches. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as court fees, travel expenses, and database access fees. It's important to discuss the cost of asset searches with a private investigation agency before proceeding and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

Background Checks
Depending on the type, depth, and time spent on the background check will determine the cost. 

Employment & Tenant Background Check - $50.00 

The cost of background checks from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the level of detail required and the scope of the search. Generally, background checks are charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $50 to $150 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of background checks, such as criminal history checks or employment verification. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as court fees, travel expenses, and database access fees. It's important to discuss the cost of background checks with a private investigation agency beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

The cost of locating services from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the difficulty of the case and the information available. Generally, locating services are charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $50 to $200 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of locating services, such as skip tracing or missing person searches. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as travel expenses, database access fees, and court fees. It's important to discuss the cost of locating services with us beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

Onsite Investigations
$75.00/ Hour + Mileage (federal rate) + any additional case expenses as needed.

The cost of onsite investigations from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the type of investigation and the complexity of the case. Generally, onsite investigations are charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $50 to $250 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of onsite investigations, such as accident reconstructions or crime scene investigations. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as travel expenses, equipment rentals, and court fees. It's important to discuss the cost of onsite investigations with a private investigation agency beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

Process Serving
$75.00/ Hour + Mileage (federal rate)

The cost of serving papers from a private investigation agency can vary depending on a number of factors, such as the location of the person being served, the number of attempts required, and the urgency of the service. Generally, the cost for serving papers can range from $50 to $200 per person, with additional fees for rush services or additional attempts if the person cannot be located. Some agencies may also charge additional fees for travel expenses, notarizing documents, or providing proof of service. It's important to discuss the cost of serving papers with a private investigation agency beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

Record Retrieval
$50.00/ Hour + Mileage (federal rate) + any additional case expenses as needed.

The cost of record retrieval from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the type of records requested and the location of the records. Generally, record retrieval is charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $50 to $200 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of record retrieval, such as court records or medical records. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as database access fees, travel expenses, and court fees. It's important to discuss the cost of record retrieval with a private investigation agency beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

Surveillance
1 Investigator - $75.00/ Hour + Mileage (federal rate) + any additional case expenses.
1 Investigator - All-Inclusive Rate - $94.99/ Per Hour 
2 Investigators - $149.99/ Per Hour + Mileage (federal rate) + any additional case expenses.
2 Investigators - All-Inclusive Rate - $174.99/ Per Hour

Our standard hourly rate for surveillance is $75.00 per hour from portal to portal from our base of operations in Columbia Heights, MN. Mileage is billed at the federal rate of $0.65 per mile. Additional case expenses, such as comprehensive searches, running plates, entrance fees to venues dining expenses, etc... All will be itemized and billed to the client.

Report Time: We calculate report time based on 0.25 hours per full page of written narrative. Pages that include only screenshots, photos, or similar content are not counted toward this total. For example, two pages consisting of half screenshots and half narrative would be counted as one page for billing purposes.

Video Processing: Our standard billing rate for video processing services is $75.00 per hour. This rate includes any requested tasks such as adding time stamps or other specific video editing requests.

We believe that these rates are competitive and reflective of the high-quality services we provide. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or require further clarification regarding our rates or billing procedures. We are committed to maintaining transparency and open communication throughout our collaboration.

Trademark Investigation
$75.00 per hour + mileage + additional expenses if needed. 

The cost of a trademark investigation from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the scope of the investigation and the complexity of the case. Generally, trademark investigations are charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $75 to $300 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of trademark investigations, such as infringement or counterfeiting investigations. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as legal fees, travel expenses, and court fees. It's important to discuss the cost of a trademark investigation with a private investigation agency beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

Wellness Checks
$75.00 per hour + mileage + additional expenses if needed. 

The cost of wellness checks from a private investigation agency can vary depending on the location of the person being checked and the urgency of the service. Generally, wellness checks are charged on an hourly basis, with rates ranging from $50 to $200 per hour. Some agencies may also offer flat fees for certain types of wellness checks, such as senior or child welfare checks. Additionally, clients may be responsible for additional expenses such as travel expenses and database access fees. It's important to discuss the cost of wellness checks with a private investigation agency beforehand and to understand the potential expenses involved to ensure that you are prepared for the costs associated with this type of service.

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