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We handle the kind of work that requires more than a Google search. In Phoenix and throughout Maricopa County, that means field surveillance, background checks, asset searches, missing persons investigations, infidelity cases, child custody support, criminal defense work, insurance fraud investigations, and witness location. We go where the case takes us — whether that’s tracking someone across Scottsdale, conducting surveillance in Chandler, or following a lead all the way to California. The short version: we get out of the office and get you answers.
Yes, completely. Hiring a licensed private investigator in Phoenix is legal, and it’s more common than most people realize. Arizona law requires that anyone conducting private investigations hold a valid license issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Operating without one is a Class 1 misdemeanor under Arizona law. We’re fully licensed — PI License No. 1547944 — and you can verify that directly through the Arizona DPS. Everything we do stays within the law, which also protects you.
In Phoenix, private investigator hourly rates typically range from $95 to $175 per hour depending on the type of case and experience level. Most firms also require an upfront retainer, usually between $1,500 and $5,000, which gets applied to your total. A straightforward background check might run $200 to $600. A surveillance-based infidelity case can range from $2,000 to $6,000 depending on hours needed. The best way to get an honest number is to call us — the consultation is free.
A retainer is essentially a deposit that covers the initial hours of your case. Rather than billing you after the fact, most firms in Phoenix collect a retainer upfront that gets drawn down as work is completed. If your case wraps up under budget, the remaining balance is returned. Before any work begins, we’ll give you a written agreement that clearly outlines the hourly rate, what the retainer covers, and at what point we’ll notify you before going over the agreed amount. No surprises.
Start by verifying that the investigator you’re considering is licensed through the Arizona Department of Public Safety — that’s non-negotiable. From there, reach out for a consultation. Ours is free, confidential, and available 24/7 with same-day availability. During that call, you’ll walk us through what you need, we’ll tell you honestly whether we can help and what it’s likely to involve, and if you want to move forward, we’ll put everything in writing before we start. The process is straightforward. The hard part is usually just making that first call.
In Phoenix and across Maricopa County, we regularly work on infidelity and cheating spouse cases, child custody disputes, missing persons investigations, criminal defense support, insurance fraud validation, asset searches in divorce proceedings, due diligence for business decisions, and background checks on individuals. Attorneys hire us to locate witnesses and build case support. Insurance companies hire us to verify injury claims. Families hire us when someone goes missing. The common thread is that someone needs real, verified information — and they need it to hold up.