Question 1

How much does a Miami private investigator typically charge?

Accepted Answer

Most surveillance investigations in Miami start at $444. Background checks range from $100 to $175. Grey Ghost offers flat-rate hourly fees with no mileage fees, no travel fees, and no hidden charges. All fees are listed on our private investigator cost page and can be discussed during your free phone consultation.

Question 2

Do your private investigators serve all areas of Miami-Dade County?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide investigation services throughout Miami-Dade County including Brickell, Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Doral, Kendall, Aventura, and Sunny Isles Beach. We also serve Broward County (Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood) and Palm Beach County (West Palm Beach).

Question 3

Is it legal to hire a private investigator in Florida?

Accepted Answer

Yes, hiring a private investigator is fully legal in Florida as long as the investigator is licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Grey Ghost is a licensed Florida private investigation agency (#A2700431) and all our operations comply with Florida state law.

Question 4

How long does a private investigation take?

Accepted Answer

The duration depends on the complexity of the case. Background checks are typically returned within 1 business day. Surveillance investigations are designed to gather usable evidence as efficiently as possible — many infidelity and insurance fraud cases are resolved within days. We work on flat-rate fees so there is no incentive to extend cases unnecessarily.

Question 5

Will I speak directly with a private investigator when I call?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When you call Grey Ghost at (786) 991-0987, you will speak directly with a licensed private investigator — not an answering service or call center. We offer free phone consultations and are available 7 days a week including nights and weekends.

Question 6

What types of cases does Grey Ghost Investigations handle?

Accepted Answer

Grey Ghost specializes in surveillance-based investigations including: infidelity and cheating spouse investigations, child custody and child support investigations, corporate and business investigations (non-compete violations, employee theft), insurance defense and attorney litigation support, background checks, and tenant screenings. We serve clients throughout Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and all of South Florida.

Question 7

Can surveillance video be used as evidence in a Florida court?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Video and photographic evidence gathered by a licensed private investigator is admissible in Florida courts when properly obtained. Grey Ghost investigators are experienced at gathering court-quality evidence and have testified in Miami-Dade County courtrooms on matters including infidelity, child custody, insurance fraud, and corporate disputes.

Question 8

Do you offer services in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Grey Ghost Private Investigator Miami is fully bilingual. We offer all of our private investigation services in both English and Spanish. Hablamos Español — call us at (786) 991-0987 for a free consultation in your preferred language.

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