New York Bug Sweep Services | Professional TSCM Services
Discreet Services offers professional Technical Surveillance Countermeasures (TSCM) across New York state. Often termed a “bug sweep”, this service identifies hidden surveillance devices in homes, offices, vehicles, vacation rentals and more.
In our modern era of digital and physical intrusion, it’s crucial to secure your private space. Whether you’re located in bustling New York City or a quieter upstate area, we help you determine if you’re being monitored — and eliminate the threat.
Our New York team uses advanced detection equipment: Spectrum analyzer, non‑linear junction detectors (NLJD), thermal imaging, and thorough physical inspection. With 15+ years of field experience, we handle everything from executive offices to apartments, rental vehicles and vacation homes.
Request a FREE CONSULTATION and be sure to include approximate square footage, vehicle types or property type and your key concerns. We provide service in the following top cities (and beyond): New York City · Buffalo · Rochester · Yonkers · Syracuse · Albany · New Rochelle
Our Services
✅ Residential bug sweeps – for houses, apartments, condos and vacation homes.
✅ Corporate and office inspections – for law firms, boardrooms, medical facilities, rental offices.
✅ Vehicle sweeps – GPS trackers, audio bugs, hidden surveillance devices in cars, fleets, rental vehicles.
✅ Short‑term lodging/boutique rental sweeps – Airbnb, VRBO, executive lodgings.
✅ Aircraft, yachts and watercraft sweeps – for high value or mobile assets.
✅ Routine recurring sweeps – for high profile clients, executives or attorneys.
✅ Threat assessments and counter‑surveillance consulting.
Devices We Detect
✅ Hidden WiFi/Bluetooth/cellular cameras.
✅ Audio recording devices disguised as chargers, clocks, décor.
✅ GPS tracking devices installed with or without consent.
✅ Offline recording devices using SD cards or internal memory.
✅ Non‑broadcasting electronics hidden inside walls, furniture or fixtures.
✅ Evidence of past tampering or removed devices
Residential Bug Sweeps in New York
From a high‑rise loft in Manhattan to a suburban home in Syracuse, our residential TSCM services help individuals who suspect they’re being monitored. Whether it’s following a breakup, suspicion of an expartner, or just a concern for privacy in a rental property, we perform RF scanning, NLJD sweeps, thermal imaging and physical inspections of vulnerable areas: outlets, attics, crawl spaces, closets and electronics.
Business & Corporate TSCM
New York’s economy spans finance, legal, tech, healthcare and creative sectors — all potential targets for surveillance. We serve corporations, law firms, startups, real‑estate offices, and executive residences in major cities like NYC, Buffalo and Rochester. Whether you’re preparing for a confidential meeting, protecting intellectual property, or conducting a security review, we deliver professional bug sweep services.
Travel & Temporary Lodging Sweeps
Visitors, executives, influencers and short‑term renters use our services when staying in New York state. Whether you’re in a luxury suite in Manhattan, a rental car in Buffalo, or a vacation home in the Catskills, our team performs fast, discreet sweeps to check for hidden cameras, listening devices or GPS trackers. Your privacy during travel matters.
Pricing & Service Area
Pricing varies based on square footage, number of vehicles/assets, property complexity and threat level. For a custom quote, email [email protected] and provide property type, approximate size, vehicle counts, and known concerns. We cover the entire state with emphasis on the top cities listed above.
Who Can Benefit?
- Individuals post‑divorce or separation feeling monitored.
- Business owners or executives preparing sensitive meetings.
- Guests staying short‑term in rentals or hotels.
- Attorneys, legal professionals and high‑profile clients.
- Parents concerned for children’s privacy in shared environments.
- Anyone seeking assurance that their private space is secure.
What to Expect During a Bug Sweep
- Initial consultation to understand your situation.
- On‑site walkthrough and inspection plan.
- RF spectrum and signal analysis.
- Non‑linear junction detection for hidden/dormant devices.
- Thermal imaging to detect active devices by heat signature.
- Physical inspection of high‑risk zones (walls, furniture, vehicles).
- Final report with findings, recommendations, and optional follow‑up services.
Top Cities – Our Local Coverage
New York City – Comprehensive Bug Sweeps for Homes, Businesses & Corporate Offices
In New York City, the threat of unauthorized surveillance is real—especially in a city with high-profile professionals, densely packed residences, and intense corporate activity. Our TSCM services in NYC cover residences, office buildings, and high-rise corporate suites, scanning for hidden audio recording devices, covert cameras, and other illicit surveillance equipment.
From townhouses in Brooklyn to co-working spaces in Manhattan, our team brings specialized detection tools like RF scanners, non-linear junction detectors, and thermal imaging cameras to locate even the most advanced spy devices. We routinely serve law firms, real estate offices, and executives living in smart homes or short-term rentals.
Buffalo – Hidden Surveillance Detection for Homes and Commercial Spaces
Buffalo clients often reach out when they suspect hidden cameras or microphones in their homes, vehicles, or workplace environments. As Western New York’s economic hub, Buffalo has a growing need for electronic privacy—especially in real estate offices, retail operations, and newly renovated residences.
Our team inspects residences, businesses, and multi-floor commercial properties, using professional surveillance detection equipment to expose unauthorized devices. Whether you’re preparing for a confidential business meeting or suspect domestic spying, we provide accurate, discreet inspections across Buffalo and its surrounding suburbs.
Rochester – Protecting Homes, Offices & Corporate Facilities from Electronic Surveillance
Rochester is home to both tech startups and established businesses, making it a common target for corporate espionage and digital snooping. We offer full-scale TSCM inspections for residences, mid-sized businesses, and high-security environments, identifying hidden video and audio surveillance threats.
Whether it's a suburban family concerned about a breakup or a company managing intellectual property, we provide top-tier bug sweeps for homes, law firms, medical facilities, and high-tech offices in and around Rochester.
Yonkers – Discreet Bug Detection in Urban and Residential Environments
In Yonkers, clients often seek bug sweeps after suspicious relationship changes, sensitive workplace conflicts, or concerns about property managers or tenants installing surveillance gear. Our services are designed for single-family homes, multi-unit buildings, and downtown businesses.
We use advanced methods to detect non-broadcasting hidden microphones, wireless cameras, and dormant electronic devices—many of which are easily missed without professional inspection.
Syracuse – Surveillance Detection for Suburban Homes and Local Businesses
Syracuse residents call us when facing suspicions of tracking or surveillance in domestic settings or local workplaces. From hidden nanny cams in homes to GPS trackers on company vehicles, we inspect residences, office suites, and multi-level commercial spaces for unauthorized monitoring tools.
Our team is trained to look beyond RF signals, identifying even inactive or shielded surveillance devices via physical inspection and thermal detection.
Albany – Bug Sweeps for Government, Corporate and Personal Privacy
As New York’s capital, Albany presents a unique mix of government offices, private law practices, and executive residences. We provide full-spectrum bug sweeps for homes and businesses, helping our clients maintain privacy during sensitive legal, political, or corporate dealings.
Our inspectors check for covert video and audio devices, using top-tier surveillance detection technology—especially in boardrooms, attorney offices, and large residential estates.
New Rochelle – High-Profile Residential and Business Bug Sweep Services
Located in Westchester County, New Rochelle is home to many professionals, executives, and upscale residences. We offer surveillance detection in luxury condos, vacation rentals, corporate headquarters, and co-working spaces, helping clients uncover unauthorized devices such as spy cameras and audio bugs.
We’re frequently called to sweep homes after divorces or roommate changes, and to inspect offices after staff departures or data leaks.
Legal & Compliance Links
Here are important external resources regarding New York laws on hidden cameras, GPS tracking devices, audio recording and surveillance:
Hidden camera/illegal surveillance statutes – New York Penal Law §§ 250.45 & 250.50 (“Unlawful Surveillance”)
GPS tracking devices / stalking law (“Jackie’s Law”) – New York Penal Law § 120.45and amendment relating to electronic tracking devices
Security camera laws in New York – overview of when imaging devices are unlawful
Personal Privacy Protection Law – New York Public Officers Law, Art. 6‑A, sections 91‑99 Open Government
Employee surveillance and monitoring laws in New York – legal overview of workplace surveillance and audio/video rights
