Steven C.
Scam
Scam. Hired to locate someone then told this person would have to give them permission to release the information i paid them to locate. A complete scam if you're looking for skip

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PHENIX Investigations (phenixinvestigations.com) has 158 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
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Steven C.
Scam. Hired to locate someone then told this person would have to give them permission to release the information i paid them to locate. A complete scam if you're looking for skip
Mindy S.
They were very unclear about what services they could provide and were not clear that the amount they were quoting was a retainer only and they never told me the hourly rate until I asked for clarification. They kept pressuring me to sign a contract but I had follow-up questions about what exactly their service would cover because their example report and contract language was so incredibly vague. When I emailed the rep (Dan Ford) with my questions about the terms, he refused to respond via email and said we'd discuss on a call. During the call, he told me that if I required any more clarification about their terms and services before signing a contract, I would have to pay a $500 consultation fee. And literally, one of my questions was about the specific parameters about the time frame their results cover; Dan's answer was "I believe it is..." but he could not confirm. I told him I would need confirmation because the timeframe of the results are very important to me. He responded in an incredibly unprofessional and rude tone "Is confirmation worth $500 to you? Because if I have to get confirmation about the dates our results will cover, you have to pay a $500 consultation fee". So, so gross. Before hanging up on Dan I reminded him that it's not my fault that he doesn't have the answers to the questions every potential client should be asking AND I even sent him the questions in advance--which apparently he did not take the time to look at and prepare for, before getting on the phone with me.
Response from PHENIX InvestigationsMay 26, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We apologize for the experience. After 30 years in business, we know that every investigation is unique and does not follow the exact same path as other investigations. While we work to set clear expectations during consultations, we recognize there are times we can improve. We have reviewed the matter internally and will use your feedback to strengthen our consultation process to better serve future clients
silosd C.
Bad experience, not worth my expense, I later spent $1300 at ( 247 easytracking ) after spending almost $7000! at Phenix without getting nothing. Phenix couldn’t even refund me It’s so crazy but I learnt my lessons
Response from PHENIX InvestigationsOct 29, 2025
This is a fake review as the reviewer does not match any customer in our system.
Ted M.
Phoenix investigations hired my firm to conduct surveillance in the Ohio area. The investigation was conducted surveillance photos and videos were provided and I paid out of pocket over $1,300 only to be stiffed on the bill. If you are a private investigator do not do business with this organization. I offered to Discount the invoice in order to resolve the matter. I've been in this business for over 40 years between law enforcement and Investigations and have never been stiffed by a private investigator. I am very dissapointed.
Response from PHENIX InvestigationsJul 30, 2025
PHENIX Investigations works with independent licensed investigators daily. We build respectful, long-term working relationships with investigators who share our values of professionalism, fully training team members, and producing quality work. As professionals, we have addressed this matter with you privately and wish you the best moving forward.
JC P.
I found it NOT trustworthy..random price charge and after agreeing on the price it tried to bill me for more and even tried to find a way to make me agree with it. No more business with this company. I was told with price on email and received invoice later on with much higher cost without any explanation. I found it fishy.
jose
Per Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Phenix Investigations was fined 1500 after first receiving a letter from the State to stop advertising and working in Florida without a valid A license.
Alfredo P.
They advertise in Florida but have no License in FLorida! They are not collecting or paying Florida sales tax which is against the law. Beware! In Florida you must have your Florida Agency number on any advertising. This is state law. And all Investigations require a license! Business is misleading the public! Just fined $1500 from Florida Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services on August 9, 2023 for advertising without a State Agency License, No "C" investigator license and no physical location in Florida.
Response from PHENIX InvestigationsFeb 15, 2023
PHENIX is a full-service investigative company providing services nationwide. PHENIX holds licenses in Florida and other states. Clients understand PHENIX Investigations, Inc. and/or the investigator performing services (individually or business) is licensed by federal, state, and/or local agencies, where required. Not all services offered by PHENIX require licensure. The reviewer is not a client nor has he ever worked with PHENIX.
Roger
You’d be better of doing Google searches yourself. They provided me a financial back ground check for $3000 on an individual and literally none of the accounts they identified existed. In addition, the banking accounts that I know existed for this individual did NOT show up in their analysis. Last, they never provided any back up details on the accounts they claim to have identified, nor did They follow up on my questions or complaints. Don’t waste your time.
Response from PHENIX InvestigationsApr 19, 2022
Even after 25 years, we continually strive to do our best in every investigation. We have tried to follow up with the reviewer multiple times since this review was posted. Unfortunately, none of our calls, emails, or texts have been returned.