Professional Bug Sweep

Discreet Services provides Bug Sweeps and Technical Surveillance Countermeasures “TSCM”. The term “Technical Surveillance Countermeasures” comes from an old term the government used to describe searching for hidden cameras, hidden audio devices and other eavesdropping devices. Most people know or refer to this service as a “bug sweep”.

Our clients request this type of service for various reasons or concerns; however, they are all looking to determine whether or not their home, office, boardrooms or vehicles are compromised. During this service, we deploy an experienced team based on the size of the location to be swept, and the threat assessment.

We utilize RF detection and specialized equipment from REI, the leading provider in TSCM equipment. We also use additional tools such as Orion non-linear junction detectors, FLIR thermal cameras, digital inspection cameras, and more. Most importantly, we have the tools and experience to conduct a thorough physical inspection as well. During a physical inspection we look for hidden devices that might not be currently transmitting, or signs of previously installed devices in places like home attics and more.

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Common Types of Bug Sweeps

• Residential Inspections for hidden cameras and audio devices
• Commercial Inspections for hidden cameras and audio devices
• Vehicle Inspections for GPS, audio and video
• Private Aircraft and Yachts
• Reoccurring bug sweeps, residential and commercial
• Bug Sweeps at vacation rentals and hotels

Technical Surveillance Countermeasures, Residences

The most common reason for Clients to request a bug sweep in their residence is to detect hidden audio surveillance equipment, hidden surveillance cameras, signs of previously installed devices and security flaws. This is often in response of a Client being stalked by a previous partner. During these searches, we scan a wide frequency range, scan the residence with a non-linear junction detector which can locate inactive devices in walls, furniture and other hidden places. We also scan the entire residence with a thermal imaging camera from FLIR. This device detects heat signatures which aids in detecting active, hidden electronic devices. We also conduct an exhaustive physical inspection to search for devices that lost power, not producing a signal or the presence of a device previously installed.

Technical Surveillance Countermeasures, Business

We can conduct bug sweeps in boardrooms, executive offices, conference rooms, hotel rooms and vehicles. Searches in these types of setting are often done as the result of a firing of key staff members, evidence of a leak of information, or when there is a meeting taking place regarding trade secrets or other highly confidential rooms. Not only can we search for these hidden electronic eavesdropping devices, we can also provide countermeasures to block transmitting devices as well.

Technical Surveillance Countermeasure, Travel

We provide bug sweeps for Client’s who are traveling or having meeting in hotel rooms, vacation rentals and more. This is typically a high-profile Client who needs to have privacy while staying outside their residence. We can conduct full sweeps in the hotel rooms, rental cars and more. We can also provide counter surveillance for our Client’s to ensure they are not being followed or monitored. There have been many instances where a hotel staff member installs a hidden camera in a hotel room to obtain footage of an A-lister, or even just a beautiful woman. There are people that have been caught doing this in the US and abroad.

Below is a list of common items we search for:

• Pin Hole Camera
• Hidden WIFI Cameras
• Hidden Audio Surveillance Equipment
• Ultra High Frequency Listening Devices
• Hidden Smoke Detector Cameras
• Nanny Cameras
• Wall Charger Cameras
• Alarm Clock Cameras
• Hidden Audio equipment
• Live Feed WIFI Cameras like NEST CAMERA SYSTEMS
• GPS Tracking Devices

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The costs associated with a bug sweep can vary based on the size of the location, the amount of furniture or office equipment in the space and so on. For more information of the fees associated with a TSCM, email us at [email protected].

Who Might Need a Private Investigator to Perform a Bug Sweep?

• Individuals who are going through a divorce or breakup.
• Business owners who have meetings regarding proprietary information.
• Business owners wanting to ensure privacy for their employees and avoid lawsuits.
• Medical companies developing devices who require high level confidentiality.
• Individuals staying in vacation rentals like Airbnb and VRBO.
• Parents who want to conduct an investigation on their children’s boyfriend or girlfriend.
• Insurance companies.
• Attorneys/Law Firms.
• Anyone wanting to ensure their privacy and safety.

Service Locations:

Arizona

Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Arcadia, Cave Creek, Fountain Hills, Anthem, Peoria, Glendale, Chandler, Mesa, Gilbert, Casa Grande, Lake Havasu, Williams, Show Low, Kingman, Tucson, Sedona, Globe, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, Flagstaff, Prescott Yuma and surrounding areas.

California

Orange County, Costa Mesa, Laguna Niguel, Anaheim, Irvine, Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, Los Angeles, Laguna Beach, San Diego, Del Mar, Carlsbad, San Francisco, San Jose, Fresno, Sacramento, Napa Valley, Pismo Beach, Thousand Oaks, Palm Springs, Dana Point, Truckee, Lake Tahoe, and the surrounding areas.

Colorado

Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Littleton, Durango, Boulder, Fort Collins, Loveland, Colorado Springs, Aspen, Vail, Telluride, Grand Junction, Breckenridge and surrounding areas.

Texas

Dallas, Fort Worth, Frisco, Arlington, Garland, Plano, Irving, Grapevine, Tyler, San Antonio, Houston, Austin, Round Rock, Georgetown, Cedar Park, El Paso, Killeen, Temple, Waco, Sulpher Springs, and Mount Pleasant.

Nevada

Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, and Laughlin.

Washington

Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, Federal Way, Everette, Vancouver, Bellevue, Kent, Renton, Gig Harbor, Whidbey Island, Camano Island, Bainbridge Island, Vashon Island, Maury Island, Spokane and the surrounding areas.

Idaho

Boise, followed by Meridian, Nampa, Caldwell, Idaho Falls and the surrounding areas.

Louisiana

New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Metairie, Lafayette and the surrounding areas.

Arkansas

Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Springdale, Jonesboro and the surrounding areas.

Missouri

Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Independence and the surrounding areas.

Illinois

Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, Joliet, Rockford and the surrounding areas.

Georgia

Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta, Macon, Savannah and the surrounding areas.

South Carolina

Charleston, Columbia, North Charleston, Mount Pleasant (town), Rock Hill, and the surrounding areas.

Kentucky

Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Covington and the surrounding areas.

Michigan

Detroit, Grand Rapids, Warren, Sterling Heights, Ann Arbor and the surrounding areas.

Virginia

Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Arlington, Norfolk, Richmond, and surrounding areas.

New York (State)

New York City, Hempstead, Brookhaven, Islip, Oyster Bay, and surrounding areas.

Florida

Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Destin, Ft. Lauderdale, Panama City, Lake City, and surrounding areas.

Minnesota

Minneapolis, St. Paul, Rochester, Duluth, Bloomington and surrounding areas.