Best Private Investigators near Richmond, CA

These agencies serve Richmond from nearby bases in towns including San Francisco, Oakland and Berkeley.

24 agencies listed · 12 open 24/7 · 17 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+ · 10 show a license

Data verified October 16, 2026

San Francisco & Bay Area Investigations

San Francisco & Bay Area Investigations

(20)
“Over the course of the Investigation, David proved to be not only an expert at his craft, but also very communicative and cooperative during the process, and always managed to set my mind at ease.”
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2020
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Gotcha Legal Services

Gotcha Legal Services

(24)
  • Team
  • Money
  • Information
“He help walk me through what I needed to do to get the ball rolling and kept in contact with me through the next day which is when the person was served.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2006
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Denver Moore Investigations of Contra Costa County

Denver Moore Investigations of Contra Costa County

(13)
  • Matter
  • Phone
  • Individual
“Not only does he possess the expansive skill set through his years of experience, but he is a straightforward and genuine individual, whose wisdom and insight are second to none.”
Licensed
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
Walnut Creek, CA · 17 mi from Richmond
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Filley and Associates - San Francisco Private Investigator

Filley and Associates - San Francisco Private Investigator

(23)
  • Information
  • Understanding
  • Results
“I had a very unique and difficult problem in China that needed a skilled and knowledgeable person on the ground to collect reliable information and contact appropriate agencies including different police departments.”
Licensed
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2003
Free Initial Consultation
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Dewitt Detective Agency

Dewitt Detective Agency

(7)
“I am so thankful that the other three agencies I called before Jason did not answer their phones because I wouldn't have found Jason Dewitt.”
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2009
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Bond Investigations - Oakland

Bond Investigations - Oakland

(2)
“Great services”
Emergency Services
Locally Owned & Operated
25+ Years Experience
Se Habla Español
Oakland, CA · 13 mi from Richmond
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The 24 agencies on this page are the private investigators listed for Richmond, 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: Richmond, CA

23 of the 24 agencies on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 200 reviews; 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. 12 are open around the clock; 16 are open on Saturdays and 16 on Sundays. 10 show a license on their websites. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 35 years. 12 offer urgent consultations; 1 offers remote or virtual consultations; 7 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. We have a website on file for 21 of the agencies on this page; 19 publish a contact page and 13 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 Richmond describe their work online?

21 of the 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.

Private

Private

(10)
  • Court
  • Information
“He was wonderful and patient and walked me through and was prepared for me not to sign his contract, even if just out of being too emotional to handle money at the moment.”
Licensed
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2024
Free Initial Consultation
Vallejo, CA · 13 mi from Richmond
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Sean Patrick Investigations

Sean Patrick Investigations

(24)
  • Court
  • PI
  • Conversation
“Sean Patrick Investigations went gone above and beyond to assist me by not only making me feel comfortable enough to talk about my issue but providing me with fast and effective services.”
Licensed
In Business Since 2018
4 mi from Richmond
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Marin Private Investigations

Marin Private Investigations

(3)
“I have used them on 2 occasions and both times they were absolutely thorough, completely discrete, got the job done with no fuss and no muss, and they charged a very low price.”
Licensed
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2017
Locally Owned & Operated
San Rafael, CA · 10 mi from Richmond
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Aal and Associates

Aal and Associates

(3)
  • Mind
“He was always very attentive and asking the right questions, while also having the right amount of skepticism that I imagine only comes with years of doing this kind of work.”
Licensed
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2009
Free Initial Consultation
Belvedere Tiburon, CA · 9 mi from Richmond
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Neilson & Macritchie Invstgtrs

Neilson & Macritchie Invstgtrs

In Business Since 2004
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Security Special Services

Security Special Services

(3)
“Our businesses have used Security Special Services several times and we have always been impressed with the professional and excellent services they provide.”
PSIN #011765
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2009
Santa Clara, CA · 45 mi from Richmond
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The Screening Group- Background Checks

The Screening Group- Background Checks

(1)
“They always answer their phones (even in weekends), and help us understand the legal minefield of Background Checks.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2005
11 mi from Richmond
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Kroll Associates

Kroll Associates

(1)
“Love to get hired you.”
In Business Since 1995
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Passanisi Investigations

Passanisi Investigations

In Business Since 1991
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Andrew Price Investigations

Andrew Price Investigations

(2)
“To sum this up whatever your private investigations needs may be you should rest assured that Andrew Price will provide you with the best that professional services in this area can provide.”
Emergency Services
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2016
Free Initial Consultation
12 mi from Richmond
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Webster Christopher

Webster Christopher

Licensed
In Business Since 2005
Oakland, CA · 13 mi from Richmond
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1st Defense Patrol

1st Defense Patrol

(5)
  • Knowledge
  • Patrols
“John and 1st Defense use new Ford patrol cars , have nice and proficient patrol guards , and are very local with quick response times and have intimate knowledge of the area .”
In Business Since 2020
Oakland, CA · 13 mi from Richmond
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Private Investigations Marin SF Bay Area

Private Investigations Marin SF Bay Area

(8)
  • Professional
“I had contacted several process servers to speak with them, one of which had attempted service for a different client to this same woman, and was unable to successfully serve her”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2009
9 mi from Richmond
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Verity Investigative Group

Verity Investigative Group

(1)
“He was a fantastic resource, one that I will happily recommend to anyone in need of his services.”
Licensed
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2016
9 mi from Richmond
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Jinks Investigations

Jinks Investigations

(11)
“As well as getting the building and health inspectors involved at the right times to address issue's said horrid property manager refused to address...”
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Perez Investigations

Perez Investigations

(1)
“Very professional great results in a timely manner.”
Licensed
In Business Since 1997
Martinez, CA · 13 mi from Richmond
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Trustify - Private Investigation Services

Trustify - Private Investigation Services

(5)
“The PI I worked with was extremely responsive and put together a really helpful report.”
San Francisco, CA · 14 mi from Richmond
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Tully Investigations

Tully Investigations

(1)
“Helped me find new evidence that got my wrongful convictions reversed.”
In Business Since 2007
Berkeley, CA · 6 mi from Richmond
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Private Detective Services in Richmond, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$353
Maximum cost
$11160
National Average
$1410
Avg Per Hour Rates
$147
$823
$2350
Average price range is based on 363 cost profiles
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Average Cost $1410
Minimum cost $353
Maximum cost $11160
Avg Per Hour Rates $147

Average range $823 to $2350 is based on 363 cost profiles.

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