Your Local Private Investigator

Our mission is to advise and connect our clients with professional private investigation and detective services worldwide, nationwide, and in the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California regions. We pride ourselves on a consultative approach to our projects and exceptional customer service. Our end-to-end client experience includes managing everything from start to finish and combines modern investigation function and cost-effectiveness with old fashioned customer service. Our private investigations are available in Vallejo, Benicia, Fairfield, Napa, Sonoma, Marin, Petaluma, Santa Rosa, and San Francisco Bay areas. We will work with you to create tailored approaches that will enhance the value of your legal or personal matter. We will provide you the information you need to make important decisions while doing so on time and within budget.
PRIVATE™ - Worldwide Consulting Detectives



FAMILY LAW / DIVORCE PREP.
We help with family law matters such as cheating partners, child custody & support and elder abuse. During a family matter, emotions are understandably at an all time high. We offer objective sound investigative approaches that gather relevant facts that help you establish your case.

Why Choose Us?

We listen

We educate

We give clarity
We take the time to understand your matter carefully so we can apply the correct strategy.
We will share what we can do and cannot do to ensure the success of your matter.
We will provide greater clarity so that you can make important decisions.
Hear what our clients are saying now!
Whether it's getting past a bad relationship, sticking it to a fraudster, or getting what you deserve in a family law matter, Private can help get you back on track to living a happy, healthy and often wealthier life.

We hired Private to help us with a business issue. They assisted in rooting out an employ who was stealing our customer list. Excellent service.
Barry - Larkspur

What do you want to get more out of in your life?


They aim to provide a holistic approach to private investigation services. It did feel that way and now I am glad I hired Private.
Patricia - Benicia

My first time hiring a PI and I was pleased that they cared to go above and beyond.
Mariana - Sonoma


We do investigations a little differently.
All-inclusive pricing is our best option to save you money. Whenever possible we will create a package price so you know what you are getting for your money. Hourly rates can be bottomless pits.
We treat your hard-earned money as our own. We know it isn't pleasant to hire a private investigator. We wouldn't want to either. So we do our best to take the sting out of high-quality service and results.
Best California Private Investigator
Everything you need to get your investigation started fast.

Complete privacy
Maximum discretion. Private is our name. We are the preeminent privacy focused private investigation firm in California.

Quick case initiation
Private doesn't waste any time. We roll up our sleeves and get started immediately on your matter. Don't wait to start your case, all cases are started the same day you hire us.
How Much Does a San Francisco Bay Area Private Investigator Cost?
The cost of hiring a California private investigator will depend upon the complexity of the investigation, the required human resources, possible expense, and the detective's experience.
We break many of our private investigation services into package prices, saving our clients from the frustration of overinflated billing. We have all-inclusive package prices starting at $416. Our hourly rate start at $200 per hour, but most of our services are in money saving packages.

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Will the person know I hire a private investigator?
No. No one will ever know. Any records we access, data bases we search or information we uncover will not leak to the subject of investigation. We use careful and methodical approaches to our investigative strategies. If we feel any aspect of the matter may leak, we will share it with you first so we can decide if the risk is worth the reward.
Do you offer any guarantees on your investigation services?
Yes. We guarantee our workmanship based on the budget the client has provided. We also have some additional guarantees depending on the case. Not all private investigations come with a guarantee, so it’s best to speak to us to discuss your matter. Remember, each investigation is different, and there are no promises as to the outcome of your private investigation.
How much does a private investigator cost?
Most of our private investigation fees are in package prices so that you don’t worry about hourly billing. For example, we have package prices starting at $416, $950 and others more complex that may have an hourly rate of $200 per hour.
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How much does a background check cost?We custom tailor each background check to the needs of the matter at hand. You can count on a background check starting at $400 for a good point of reference.
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What does a background investigation cost?Background investigations are more in-depth and can focus on a certain area, be broad in nature or go very deep. Background investigations start at $1250.00
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What's the differnece in a background check/investigation and criminal history?Criminal history investigations can be part of a background check/investigation. They can also be a stand alone service you choose to hire us for. Criminal history checks start at $400 where a basic background check starts at $600.
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How long does a background check/investigation take?Depending upon the information you desire, a background check can be completed the same day. Some take longer, this is solely dependent upon how deep you wish to go. Some background investigations can take a month, but this is generally the case when we are interviewing people during the background investigation.
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Is the background check/investigation discreet?100% yes. There is nothing that leaves a trail on discreet background inquiries. However, some types of background investigations need the subject's permission to go into various areas of their life or if making financial inquiries. We will advise you ahead of time if that is the case so you can decide if this is what you want.
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San Francisco Bay Area private investigator providing nationwide private investigation services, based in California. We handle most cases in a package price to save you from over inflated billing.
We use technology significantly to serve our clients nationwide. We are not standard private investigators—our goal is different. We want the private investigation, cyber investigation, and security services we provide to help our clients live happier, healthier, and wealthier lives. We help people live better lives by answering challenging questions and providing information that provides peace of mind. Private delivers actionable information used in business, personal, and legal matters.
Our firm is entirely available for private investigations, commercial investigations, cybersecurity, phone forensics, privacy consulting, and security planning services.
Our San Francisco Bay Area local private investigator handles cases in San Francisco, San Jose, Marin, San Rafael, Sonoma, Petaluma, and Napa. In addition, our private investigation services are available in Vallejo, Benicia, Martinez, Walnut Creek, Fairfield, and Vacaville.