Business Details
Private Investigation & Polygraph Services in Spokane, WA
Pulver Investigation & Polygraph has built a reputation as a trusted provider of investigative and polygraph services in the Pacific Northwest. With over four decades of experience in polygraph testing and criminal investigations, our team combines military intelligence training with specialized expertise in lie detection to deliver actionable results. We serve individuals, businesses, and legal professionals through discreet asset location, background checks, and forensic analysis while maintaining strict confidentiality.Our founder, Ted Pulver, brings unique qualifications as a court-certified polygraph examiner and former law enforcement officer, ensuring every case benefits from methodical evidence collection and adherence to legal standards. Fully licensed in Washington, California, and Idaho, we uphold professional ethics through transparent communication and a commitment to resolving complex cases efficiently.
Services
Asset Location
Background Checks
Business Surveillance
Child Custody Investigations
Polygraph Testing
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of polygraph and investigative experience
- Court-qualified expert in Washington, California, and Idaho
- Former sheriff's deputy and military intelligence background
- Nationally certified polygraph examiner
- Confidential, legally compliant evidence collection
Associations and certifications
- State of Washington License 3288
- State of California License PI 11038
- Coeur d'Alene, ID License 14849
- Northwest Polygraph Examiners Association
- American Polygraph Association
Services
Asset Location
Our asset location service helps individuals and businesses identify hidden financial assets through advanced investigative techniques. We utilize public records analysis, forensic accounting, and discreet surveillance to trace undisclosed property, bank accounts, and valuable possessions. With court-certified expertise, we provide legally admissible documentation to support legal proceedings or debt recovery efforts.
Background Checks
We conduct comprehensive background investigations for employment screening and personal matters. Our checks include criminal history verification, employment history validation, and reference interviews using official databases and field research. Clients receive detailed reports that meet legal compliance standards for hiring decisions and security clearances.
Business Surveillance
Our business surveillance solutions detect internal fraud, theft, and policy violations through covert monitoring systems. We deploy high-tech surveillance equipment and plainclothes investigators to document workplace misconduct while maintaining legal compliance. Clients receive time-stamped evidence packages suitable for disciplinary actions or legal proceedings.
Child Custody Investigations
We provide objective child custody evaluations through observational fieldwork and evidence collection. Our investigators document living conditions, parental behavior, and child welfare indicators to support custody determinations. All findings are presented in court-ready formats that prioritize the child's best interests.
Polygraph Testing
Our polygraph examinations use state-certified equipment and standardized protocols to assess truthfulness. Conducted by nationally certified examiners, these tests help resolve infidelity cases, employment disputes, and criminal investigations. We maintain strict confidentiality while providing results admissible in multiple jurisdictions.
People
Ted Pulver
Owner/Investigator
Ted Pulver is a court-qualified polygraph examiner with 40+ years of investigative experience. As a former sheriff's deputy and military intelligence graduate, he specializes in forensic psychophysiology and fraud detection. He holds active licenses in three states and serves on polygraph association review boards.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We handle asset location, background checks, business surveillance, child custody investigations, polygraph testing, and fraud investigations for both individuals and corporations.
Are your services confidential?
Yes, all our investigations maintain strict client confidentiality while following legal evidence collection protocols.
Do you offer polygraph testing for personal matters?
Yes, we provide polygraph services for infidelity cases and personal dispute resolution using nationally certified examiners.
How quickly can you start an investigation?
We typically begin within 24 hours of initial consultation, depending on case complexity and location requirements.
Are your findings admissible in court?
Yes, our investigators maintain proper chain-of-custody documentation and our polygraph certifications cover multiple jurisdictions.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Spokane, WA, with additional licensing for operations in California and Idaho jurisdictions.