Best Private Investigators near Manhattan Beach, CA

These agencies serve Manhattan Beach from nearby bases in towns including Los Angeles, Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach.

24 agencies listed · 6 open 24/7 · 17 open weekends · 21 rated 4.5+ · 9 show a license

Data verified October 17, 2026

Quinn & Associates Confidential Investigations

Quinn & Associates Confidential Investigations

(47)
  • Team
  • Information
  • Questions
“Quinn & Associates has become a trusted partner for our team of experienced investigative and security professionals and is a go-to for us when in need of services on the west coast.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2002
BBB Rating: A+
14034 Beach Blvd, Westminster, CA, 92683, 1442 E Lincoln Ave, Orange, CA
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JPL Process Service

JPL Process Service

(27)
  • Job
  • Phone
  • Efficient
“After 3 days of trying my documents were served, as the information I have given was limited - Name, Address that I'm unsure off, and a photo of the respondent.”
In Business Since 2003
Accepts Paypal, Check, All Major Credit Cards, Debit
14482 Beach Blvd Ste X, Westminster, CA
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Justice Solutions Group

Justice Solutions Group

(18)
  • Results
  • Team
  • Background Checks
“Shortly after I had to re-engage with Tyler to serve the same neighbor with a restraining order as he avoided 2 weeks worth of 4 sheriff and 3 processor server attempts.”
In Business Since 2015
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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The Covert Consulting Group - Private Investigations

The Covert Consulting Group - Private Investigations

(3)
“They are a professional honest company and I Look forward to working with them again in the future.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
Emergency Services
1024 Bayside Dr #303, Newport Beach, CA
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Vision Security Consultants

Vision Security Consultants

“With today's growing security concerns, there is no better time to ensure that you have the best protection available. We will provide you with a free evaluation of your security and the safety of your business or family.”
In Business Since 2001
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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National Intelligence Group

National Intelligence Group

“National Intelligence Group assists Attorneys, Corporations, Insurance Companies, Small Businesses, Bail Bond Companies and Private Individuals with a wide range of Professional Private Investigation Services.”
In Business Since 2016
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3300 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA
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The 24 agencies on this page are the private investigators listed for Manhattan Beach, CA. 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: Manhattan Beach, CA

23 of the 24 agencies on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 931 reviews; 6 have 50 or more reviews and 21 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these agencies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), responsiveness (95%) and quality (89%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the agencies on this page are "results", "communication" and "price". 6 are open around the clock; 17 are open on Saturdays and 14 on Sundays. The services the agencies on this page list most often on their websites are missing persons (4), surveillance (4), background checks (3), attorney services (2) and bug sweeps (tscm) (2). 9 show a license on their websites and 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 20 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 30 years. 6 offer urgent consultations and 7 offer a free initial consultation. 2 have Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for all 24 of the agencies on this page; 22 publish a contact page and 14 list a public email. We count these figures across the agencies on this page; hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the agency before you book.

Which investigators listed for Manhattan Beach describe their work online?

All 24 agencies on this page have a website on file. Those pages are where an agency states its license, the kinds of investigation it takes on, and whether it works mainly for attorneys, for companies or for private clients. That last point changes how a report gets written.

Quaere

Quaere

“Since inception, we've learned there's no substitute for experience and context. Our experts are recognized by our clients, their peers and third parties for their intelligence, integrity, innovation and expertise. Our clients include Fortune 500 cor...”
In Business Since 2006
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Paramount Investigative Services

Paramount Investigative Services

(48)
  • Email
  • PI
  • Company
“Was able to help me find the information of a contractor that started a job, was paid half the job fee and then ghosted me -- Very nice guy to work with.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
Licensed
633 W 5th St, Los Angeles, CA
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Sunset Blvd. Investigations

Sunset Blvd. Investigations

(41)
  • Travel
  • Questions
  • PI
“The witness had been successfully evading service for months and this was truly the most challenging subpoena service I'd experienced in my roughly 15 years of practice.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
BBB Rating: A+
714 W Olympic Blvd #933, Los Angeles, CA
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Kinsey Investigations

Kinsey Investigations

(47)
  • Resources
  • Company
  • Results
“They approached the matter with the utmost discretion, providing me with comprehensive and meticulously detailed reports that proved invaluable in resolving the affair.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2003
Licensed
4712 Admiralty Way Suite 866, Los Angeles, CA
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L&B Services

L&B Services

(50)
  • Incorporated
  • Questions
  • Notary
“I recommend this place highly if you're seeking for help on any court paperwork, they know and explain everything the right way and step by step on any situation you might find yourself in.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2021
SBN#308804
4469 Tweedy Blvd, South Gate, CA
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Stolar Law Group

Stolar Law Group

(30)
  • Honest
  • Results
  • Money
“Everyone and everything about this firm is exactly what a parent needs to not only win a case that is your world, your children, but to survive and get through the case”
In Business Since 2004
Se Habla Español
9454 Wilshire Blvd Penthouse, Beverly Hills, CA
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LA Intelligence Private Investigator- Detective Agency

LA Intelligence Private Investigator- Detective Agency

(31)
  • Matter
  • Company
  • Scam
“The investigators have very impressive backgrounds, and I felt like I was in very good hands from the beginning, and all the way through until the case was wrapped up.”
In Business Since 2011
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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MCM Investigations

MCM Investigations

(7)
“Mike was the first person I contacted and he was quick to respond and take care of things.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1999
Licensed
150 N Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA
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Empire Pacific Investigative Services

Empire Pacific Investigative Services

(46)
  • Individual
  • Information
  • Surveillance
“I engaged Empire Pacific Investigative Services for a missing person search, and their dedicated team successfully located the individual I was searching for.”
Accepts Paypal, Cash, All Major Credit Cards, Travelers checks
In Business Since 1996
Licensed
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Katz Investigations

Katz Investigations

(37)
  • Phone
  • Job
  • Address
“Paul this is Jimmy Monday's Court not Wednesday that Robert Harris from Mad TV and know that I need no media no shot but I need cover and security around we're going to legalize the first and last Camaro they feel thank you Paul”
In Business Since 2005
Licensed
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Breakpoint Investigations

Breakpoint Investigations

(28)
  • Call
  • Company
  • Job
“Karen performed a thorough investigation and checked several possible locations before ultimately confirming that we had a good address and delivering the court papers into the hands of the respondent.”
In Business Since 2009
Emergency Services
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Heirfinders Research Associates

Heirfinders Research Associates

(35)
  • Assets
  • Mail
  • Scam
“I thought for sure it was a scam since I had received another letter from a different company a couple months prior, just like the one I received from Heirfinders.”
In Business Since 2009
5042 Wilshire Blvd #622, Los Angeles, CA
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Worldwide Intelligence Network

Worldwide Intelligence Network

(11)
“The circumstances under which I chose to hire this company were stressful and anxious making, but Wincor made me feel at ease by taking on the vigilance of the situation and my safety in their hands.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1996
Licensed
10100 Galaxy Way, Los Angeles, CA
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PF Info Services - A Private Investigations Company

PF Info Services - A Private Investigations Company

(24)
  • Process Server
  • Life
  • Case
“He contacted the GAL this year because he has finally felt to reply to their emails, he informed that he was moving soon in a couple weeks and gave an address as if it was okay to continue to play cat and mouse with him as he has given them the wrong...”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2023
Licensed
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Force Protection Agency

Force Protection Agency

(1)
“We used their guard patrol services and also hired them as Private Investigators and not only they were fast in delivering results, but also kept us informed regularly on the progress of our case.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
Emergency Services
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Beverly Hills Private Investigators

Beverly Hills Private Investigators

(8)
  • Surveillance
  • Results
“His experience and techniques definitely make him the best surveillance investigator from Pasadena to Beverley Hills, and all over the Los Angeles area.”
In Business Since 2016
Serving Manhattan Beach Area
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Aren Investigations

Aren Investigations

(1)
“Good service.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2014
Licensed
Constellation Place, Constellation Blvd suite 100, Los Angeles, CA
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Tristar Investigation

Tristar Investigation

(6)
  • Team
“I have known Bruce and his team at Tristar Investigation for a few years, and recently had the pleasure of working with them for a process service case here in Los Angeles, where someone was trying to evade service with every old trick in the book, e...”
In Business Since 1998
12030 W Washington Blvd #200, Los Angeles, CA
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Private Detective Services in Manhattan Beach, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$300
Maximum cost
$9500
National Average
$1200
Avg Per Hour Rates
$125
$700
$2000
Typical price range is based on 523 cost profiles
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Average Cost $1200
Minimum cost $300
Maximum cost $9500
Avg Per Hour Rates $125

Typical range $700 to $2000 is based on 523 cost profiles.

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