Sahara Global Security
“I am completely confident in their services, and would recommend them to anyone.”
Best Private Investigators in Columbus, OH
12 agencies listed · 7 in Columbus · 4 open 24/7 · 8 open weekends · 8 rated 4.5+
Data verified October 23, 2026
Midwest Protection Division
“Midwest Protection is highly professional, highly trained and managed by individuals who care and understand the business.”
Celtic Security-Investigations
“Process took less than 5 minutes and he was on his way.”
Boerger Investigative Services
“If you need an investigator, he is the best!!!!”
Pica Corporation
Infocorp Investigative Services
“Not only did they nail the case, they took the time to understand our case needs such as our timeline we had to work with, and went above and beyond in updating us throughout the process.”
The 12 agencies on this page are the private investigators listed for Columbus, OH. What each one states about its license, its specialties and the areas it covers comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Columbus, OH
7 of the 12 agencies we list are based in Columbus; the other 5 serve Columbus from Dublin (12 mi), Pickerington (13 mi) and Powell (13 mi). 11 of the agencies on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 280 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 8 are rated 4.5 or higher. 4 are open around the clock; 8 are open on Saturdays and 7 on Sundays. 5 show a license on their websites and 1 has a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 6 websites of the agencies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1995. 4 offer urgent consultations and 3 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for all 12 of the agencies on this page; 10 publish a contact page and 10 list a public email. We count these figures across the agencies on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the agency before you book.
Do investigators listed for Columbus discuss a case free?
3 of the 12 agencies state that a first consultation costs nothing. Use it to describe the problem and hear whether the work can be done lawfully at all. A straight agency will sometimes tell you on that call that what you want cannot be obtained, which saves you a retainer.
Armstrong Investigations
“He is not only the consummate professional, but he does things in very timely manner and makes you feel at ease with the process.”
Powers Investigations
“During my divorce case, I had an outstanding experience with the team at Power Investigator.”
Tom Sussi Investigations
“His expertise was needed at one of the most difficult and crucial times in my life and he made it one of the most professional, comforting, seamless and fruitful experiences I could have ever even hoped for.”
Sparks Protection Services
“From the initial meeting you will know that they are very determined to create just the right protection services for your company no matter how big or small.”
Powell Detective & Protection Agency
Wherewolfe Intelligence
“He is diligent with completing tasks in a timely manor and always responds to calls or email within 24 hours.”
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