Law firms, corporations, insurance companies and private parties all have reasons to procure the services of a private investigator.
In the majority of cases, private investigators will charge an hourly rate. Hourly rates can vary. Nearly all investigators will ask for a retainer fee before taking a case.
When contacting an investigator, if discretion is important, you should make sure that you are not using an email or a phone number that you share with others.
Although PIs have access to information the general public cannot obtain, they must obey the same basic laws as ordinary citizens. Three big things they can’t do:
-Pose as law enforcement officers
-Wiretapping
-Obtain cellphone records via pre-texting
Yes. Our business is based on confidentiality and you can expect 100% confidentiality from the initial inquiry right through to the conclusion of our investigation and beyond.
We use techniques that allow us to remain covert. If we feel that the subject has a high level of awareness because of their background or previous experience or is an aggressive driver, we will recommend the appropriate resources or, in some cases, technical surveillance aids such as trackers to enable a successful operation.
Surveillance is an acquired skill requiring a constant, real-time evaluation. If there is any question, we always choose to remain covert.
Sharp Investigations, LLC did a background check on a prospective renter for a property I manage. I felt very confident that the renter would be a great tenant due to the thoroughness of his investigation and the report generated. Thank you!
Working with Sharp Investigations has been a life saver for my business and prospective candidates. I request a background screening and I receive a report within 4-24 hours of the request. They are amazing! I believe their expertise can benefit any individual or business owner.
Very professional people who got the job done accurately and effectively. My ex was located and served court papers within 3 days by these professionals (something DSS Child Support) didn’t do in almost two years. Harper Sharp assisted and was very helpful throughout the process. Quality customer service and professionalism is EVERYTHING. Thanks Sharp Investigations!!
These guys are great on want they do they really help me a lot. I thank God I these guys on my team. Thanks guys!!!!
Very professional investigators. Consistent and thorough work. Always a pleasure to do business with.
Alec was very kind, helpful and generous when I needed a PI for my divorce. He is professional and literally put his life on the line for his work. I HIGHLY recommend Sharp Investigations for anyone needing a PI.
I work at a law firm about an hour from Columbia and when we had a occasion for a process server in Columbia I found Sharp on the internet. I was very pleased with the service we received – from the office staff to the work that was done in the field. The communication was fabulous and they went above and beyond to accomplish a difficult service. Also, the price for the work was MORE than fair. I would 100% recommend Sharp for process serving and any other service they offer.
For the past two years, our personal injury law firm has relied on the experience and professionalism that comes hand in hand when working with Sharp Investigations. Sadly, some of our clients are too injured to come into our office for consultations and Mr. Sharp and his staff are able to go visit them in their home, expressing empathy for our clients and working with our office as though we were one. We put a lot of pride into our firm, and we would not have been as successful the last few years if it weren’t for Sharp Investigations and their help.
