Bug Sweeping, also called bug detection or TSCM (technical surveillance countermeasures), searches offices, homes and vehicles for hidden listening devices, cameras and trackers. Send one request and independent specialists reply with availability and prices.
Say what needs sweeping and get bug detection quotes. Ask from a phone and place you trust.
Request a Private Investigation QuoteWhat It Involves
- RF sweep. Scanning for transmitting devices.
- Physical search. Inspecting furniture, fittings, sockets and ceilings.
- Camera detection. Lens and non-linear junction detection for hidden cameras and recorders.
- Vehicle sweep. Checking for GPS trackers and recorders.
- Phone and network checks. Signs of compromise on devices and Wi-Fi.
Who It Helps
Businesses before board meetings or negotiations, executives, people going through divorce or disputes, and anyone who suspects private conversations are being leaked.
What to Send First
- The type of space: office, home, boardroom or vehicle.
- Approximate size or number of rooms.
- Your area.
- A safe way to contact you.
If you suspect a bug, do not discuss the sweep inside the space, and do not send details of your suspicions through the form.
How It Works
- Private briefing. Away from the suspect area.
- Sweep. Electronic and physical inspection of each room or vehicle.
- Findings. Any device found is documented and left in place or removed as agreed.
- Report. Areas swept, methods used, findings and security recommendations.
Limits
A sweep shows the state of the space at the time it is done. Devices can be installed later, and some phone compromises cannot be detected without forensic analysis. If a device is found, speak to an attorney or SAPS before removing it.
Bug Sweeping Prices
Ballpark prices so you can sanity-check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Vehicle sweep | R2,500 - R6,000 |
| Home sweep, small to medium | R5,000 - R15,000 |
| Office or boardroom sweep | R8,000 - R25,000 |
| Large premises, per day | R15,000 - R40,000 |
| Mobile phone check | R1,500 - R5,000 |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark figures in rand, rounded. They are compiled from prices published by South African investigation firms and typical market rates. They are not our prices or quotations, and no investigator is bound by them. Confirm VAT, travel and what each quotation includes.
Get a price for your premises rather than a range. Send one request, with no obligation.
Request a Private Investigation QuoteWhat Affects the Price
- Size. Square metres and number of rooms set the time needed.
- Equipment level. Full TSCM kit costs more than a basic sweep.
- After-hours work. Sweeps outside office hours may cost more.
- Travel. Specialists are scarce, so travel is often charged.
Bug Sweeping FAQs
What is TSCM?
Technical surveillance countermeasures: the professional search for listening devices, hidden cameras and trackers.
How long does a bug sweep take?
A vehicle can take an hour or two. An office or home can take half a day or more.
Can you check my phone for spyware?
Basic checks are possible. A full examination may need mobile phone forensics.
What happens if a bug is found?
It is documented and handled as you agree. Legal advice is recommended before removing it.
How often should a business sweep?
Many businesses sweep before sensitive meetings or on a regular schedule.
Related Services
Request bug sweeping quotes through Private Investigators South Africa and compare the equipment, time on site and reporting each specialist offers.
Private Investigators South Africa is a referral and quote service. We do not carry out investigations and we do not employ investigators. Work is quoted and carried out by independent investigators, and your agreement is with the one you choose. Ask for a written quotation and proof of PSIRA registration before you pay a deposit. No investigator can promise a particular result or that evidence will be accepted by a court.
Bug Sweeping. Describe what you need once and get the best quote, fast.
Request a Private Investigation QuoteGet the Best Quote, Fast
Keep it brief. Do not send ID documents, passwords, intimate images or evidence through this form. Your enquiry is passed only to investigators suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
Client Reviews
Powered by leaderr
