Business Details
11 Years
experience
Professional Private Investigator Services in Columbia, SC
Founded in 2015 by Alec Sharp, a retired Columbia Police Department Captain with over 25 years of law enforcement experience, Sharp Investigations delivers professional and discreet investigative services across South Carolina and nationwide. Our team combines formal police training, advanced investigative technology, and a client-first approach to address cases involving infidelity, child custody, workers' compensation fraud, and legal process service. We maintain strict confidentiality while providing admissible evidence through GPS tracking, surveillance, and comprehensive background checks.Our commitment to ethical practices, competitive flat-rate pricing, and 24/7 availability ensures clients receive timely, court-ready results. With decades of combined experience and a focus on building trust through transparent communication, we serve individuals, law firms, and businesses requiring reliable investigative solutions. Our proven track record includes successful case resolutions for personal injury attorneys, property managers, and families navigating custody disputes. Licensed and bonded in South Carolina, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism in every investigation.
Services
Domestic Infidelity Investigations
Process Service
Child Custody Surveillance
Workers Comp Fraud Investigations
Background Checks
GPS Tracking
Skip Tracing
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of police experience in discreet investigations
- Nationwide service with court-admissible evidence documentation
- Background checks delivered within 4-24 hours of request
- 24/7 phone availability for urgent case requirements
- Competitive flat-rate pricing with affidavit of service included
What people say
Very professional investigators
Thorough work
Life saver for my business
24/7 availability
Quick report delivery
Services
Domestic Infidelity Investigations
Our team conducts discreet surveillance to document evidence of marital infidelity using advanced tracking methods. We provide court-admissible documentation through photographic and video evidence, GPS tracking, and detailed activity logs. Clients receive comprehensive reports that protect their legal rights during divorce proceedings or custody disputes.
Process Service
We specialize in delivering legal documents nationwide with 100% compliance with state and federal regulations. Our agents ensure proper service of summons, subpoenas, and court papers through personal delivery or alternative methods when direct service fails. All completed services include official affidavits of service for court submission.
Child Custody Surveillance
Our investigators monitor parental behavior and child interactions to document potential custody concerns. We use covert surveillance and background checks to identify risks like substance abuse, neglect, or unsafe environments. Findings help establish custody arrangements that prioritize children's safety and well-being in family court proceedings.
Workers Comp Fraud Investigations
We investigate suspected workers' compensation fraud through activity monitoring and evidence collection. Our methods include video surveillance, medical record verification, and witness interviews to document discrepancies in injury claims. Employers receive detailed reports to challenge fraudulent claims and reduce insurance costs.
Background Checks
Our comprehensive background investigations include criminal record checks, employment verification, and reference interviews. We access national databases and perform in-person interviews to uncover critical information about potential employees, tenants, or business partners while maintaining FCRA compliance.
People
Gregory A. Sharp
Owner/Operator
Retired Columbia Police Department Captain with 25+ years of law enforcement experience. Specializes in surveillance operations, evidence collection, and legal process service. Holds active private investigator license in South Carolina and maintains strict ethical standards in all investigations.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in domestic infidelity, child custody disputes, workers' compensation fraud, process service, and background checks. Our services also include GPS tracking and skip tracing for legal and personal matters.
Are your findings admissible in court?
Yes, we follow strict documentation protocols to ensure all evidence meets legal standards. Our investigators maintain proper chain-of-custody procedures and provide detailed reports suitable for family, civil, and criminal court proceedings.
How quickly can you complete a background check?
Most background investigations are completed within 4-24 hours. We utilize national databases and direct verification methods to deliver accurate results while maintaining compliance with FCRA regulations for employment and tenant screening.
Do you offer nationwide services?
Yes, we provide investigative services throughout the United States. Our network of licensed professionals handles process service, surveillance operations, and background investigations in all 50 states with consistent quality standards.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and offer competitive flat-rate pricing for most services. Payment plans may be arranged for complex investigations requiring extended surveillance or multiple service types.
Reviews (1)
John S.
Aug 23, 2016
Report
Very professional!was able to obtain all information needed in timely manner..would definitely recommend!!
