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Technical Surveillance Counter Measures (TSCM) California
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Professional Bug Sweeps & TSCM (Technical Surveillance Counter-Measures)
That feeling you’re being watched? The sensitive business deal that suddenly fell through? Your ex who knows things they shouldn’t? You’re not paranoid – electronic surveillance is cheaper and easier than ever. A GPS tracker costs $29 on Amazon. Listening devices are disguised as phone chargers. Hidden cameras look like smoke detectors. Anyone can buy this stuff, and they do.
We’ve conducted over 800 TSCM sweeps since 2012, finding everything from $20 voice recorders to sophisticated $10,000 surveillance systems. Corporate espionage, divorce battles, custody fights, stalking cases – when someone wants information badly enough, they plant bugs. We find them and, more importantly, help you understand who put them there and why.
Types of Electronic Surveillance We Detect
- Audio Listening Devices – Hidden microphones, voice recorders, GSM bugs, RF transmitters
- Hidden Cameras – Wireless cameras, pinhole lenses, night vision, motion-activated devices
- GPS Vehicle Trackers – Magnetic trackers, hardwired devices, real-time tracking units
- Phone Tapping/Monitoring – Landline bugs, VoIP interception, cellular exploits
- Computer/Network Surveillance – Keyloggers, spyware, network sniffers, webcam hijacking
- Smart Home Exploitation – Compromised Alexa/Google devices, smart TV monitoring, IoT vulnerabilities
- Counter-Surveillance Detection – Identify if you’re under physical surveillance
Our TSCM Detection Technology & Methods
Finding modern surveillance devices requires more than a $50 “bug detector” from Amazon. Here’s our professional arsenal:
- Spectrum Analyzers – $30,000+ equipment detecting all radio frequencies including burst transmissions
- Non-Linear Junction Detectors – Find electronics even when turned off or battery dead
- Thermal Imaging Cameras – Detect heat signatures from hidden devices
- RF Detectors – Professional-grade scanning from 1MHz to 12GHz
- Telephone Analyzers – Test all phone lines for taps and bypasses
- Camera Lens Finders – Optical detection of hidden camera lenses
- Physical Inspection Tools – Borescopes, microscopes for finding hardwired devices
- Network Analysis Tools – Deep packet inspection for digital surveillance
- Acoustic Noise Generators – Defeat active listening during our consultation
We don’t just wave a detector around. We systematically tear apart the electromagnetic spectrum looking for anomalies.
Common Situations Requiring Bug Sweeps
After hundreds of sweeps, here are the scenarios where we typically find surveillance devices:
Divorce/Custody Battles Spouse wants ammunition for court. We’ve found devices in bedrooms, cars, and children’s toys. One case had 14 different recording devices in one house.
Corporate Espionage Competitor wants your trade secrets. Board rooms, executive offices, R&D labs – we’ve found bugs in Fortune 500 companies and small businesses alike.
Stalking/Harassment Ex-partners, obsessed individuals, angry former employees. GPS trackers on cars are extremely common – we find them weekly.
Insider Threats Employees stealing data, partners gathering blackmail, family members after inheritance. The threat often comes from someone you trust.
High-Net-Worth Individuals Wealthy families, celebrities, executives – anyone worth targeting. Your housekeeper’s new “phone charger” might be recording everything.
Sensitive Negotiations Real estate deals, lawsuit settlements, merger discussions. One leaked conversation can cost millions.
Cost of Bug Sweep / TSCM Services
Professional TSCM requires expensive equipment and expertise:
- Residential Sweep (up to 2,500 sq ft) – $1,500-2,500
- Executive Office Sweep – $1,000-1,500 per office
- Vehicle Bug Sweep – $500-750 per vehicle
- Corporate/Commercial Property – $3,500-7,500 depending on size
- Smartphone/Computer Analysis – $500-1,000 per device
- Ongoing TSCM Program – $2,000-5,000 monthly for regular sweeps
- Emergency/After-Hours Service – Additional 50% for immediate response
Compared to information theft, leaked secrets, or losing custody of your kids, TSCM is cheap insurance. Detailed pricing information →
Warning Signs You Might Be Bugged
Don’t ignore these red flags – they’re usually right:
- Information Leaks – Others know private conversations or plans
- Strange Sounds – Clicking on phones, static, volume changes, echoes
- Interference – TV/radio interference, especially near certain walls
- Physical Signs – New or moved items, fresh drywall dust, disturbed ceiling tiles
- Vehicle Issues – Battery draining faster, new wires, unfamiliar devices
- Home/Office Changes – New smoke detectors, outlets, USB chargers you didn’t install
- Behavioral Changes – People knowing your schedule, showing up unexpectedly
- Divorce/Legal Issues – Opposing counsel knows things they shouldn’t
- Business Competition – Competitors underbidding by exact amounts
- Electronics Acting Strange – Phone warm when not used, apps opening themselves
If you notice ANY of these signs, you need a sweep immediately.
Our TSCM Investigation Process
- Secure Consultation – Call (714) 504-5554 from a safe phone (not your regular phone)
- Threat Assessment – Evaluate who might target you and why
- Pre-Inspection Brief – Discuss concerns without revealing our methods (bugs might be listening)
- Electronic Sweep – Comprehensive RF, infrared, and physical inspection
- Device Location – When found, we photograph and document everything
- Evidence Preservation – Maintain chain of custody for legal proceedings
- Security Recommendations – Prevent future surveillance attempts
- Counter-Intelligence (Optional) – Trace devices back to who planted them
What We Do When We Find Surveillance Devices
Finding the bug is just the beginning. Here’s what happens next:
Documentation
- Photograph device in place before removal
- Document exact location, type, and capabilities
- Preserve fingerprint evidence if requested
- Create detailed report for law enforcement or court
Legal Options
- Electronic eavesdropping is a felony in California
- We work with law enforcement for criminal prosecution
- Evidence supports restraining orders
- Documentation helps in divorce/custody proceedings
Counter-Intelligence
- Trace purchase of device when possible
- Identify who had access to plant it
- Timeline of when device was likely planted
- Strategic options for using knowledge against them
Prevention
- Recommend security improvements
- Install counter-surveillance measures
- Regular sweep schedules for ongoing protection
- Training on recognizing future attempts
Legal Aspects of Electronic Surveillance in California
ndustries & Individuals We Protect
California has strict laws about surveillance – knowing them helps you fight back:
- Two-Party Consent – Recording conversations without consent is illegal
- Penal Code 632 – Eavesdropping is a felony punishable by imprisonment
- Invasion of Privacy – Hidden cameras in private areas are criminal
- Vehicle Tracking – Only legal on vehicles you own
- Computer Fraud – Accessing devices without permission is federal crime
- Stalking Laws – Electronic surveillance can constitute criminal stalking
We help build criminal cases against those who violate these laws.
Industries & Individuals We Protect
Law Firms Protecting attorney-client privilege and case strategy from opposing counsel.
Corporations Securing trade secrets, protecting negotiations, preventing insider trading.
Government Contractors Meeting security requirements, protecting classified information.
High-Net-Worth Families Preventing extortion, protecting privacy, securing sensitive information.
Celebrities/Public Figures Stopping paparazzi bugs, preventing leaked recordings, maintaining privacy.
Anyone in Legal Disputes Divorce, custody, lawsuits – anywhere information is ammunition.
Why You Need Professional TSCM (Not DIY Detection)
That bug detector on Amazon? It’s basically useless. Here’s why you need professionals:
- Modern Bugs Hide – Burst transmissions, frequency hopping, dormant activation
- False Positives – Your Wi-Fi, cell phones, everything triggers cheap detectors
- Missing Devices – Consumer detectors miss 80% of modern surveillance tech
- No Expertise – Finding device is worthless if you don’t preserve evidence properly
- Legal Issues – Improper handling ruins criminal cases against the spy
- Incomplete Sweeps – You’ll miss hardwired devices, modified equipment, network compromises
One client bought five different Amazon bug detectors. Found nothing. We found three devices in 20 minutes.
Protect Your Privacy - Schedule a Professional TSCM Sweep Today
Don’t let them listen to another conversation, Track another step. If you suspect surveillance, you’re probably right.
Call (714) 504-5554 from a safe phone for immediate consultation.
Or request service online using a secure device.
Emergency sweeps available 24/7. Because every conversation they hear and step you take is one too many.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I’m really bugged or just paranoid? Trust your instincts. If information is leaking or something feels off, get checked. We find devices in about 30% of sweeps where client “felt” something was wrong.
Can you detect all types of bugs? We detect 99% of available surveillance devices. The 1% would be intelligence-agency level equipment rarely used in civilian cases.
Will sweeping for bugs tip off the person spying? No. Our methods are undetectable. They won’t know we’ve found their devices unless you want them to.
How often should I sweep for bugs? High-risk situations need monthly sweeps. Most clients do quarterly. After incidents, sweep immediately.
Can smartphones be turned into listening devices? Yes. Spyware can activate your microphone remotely. We check phones for compromise.
What about smart home devices like Alexa? These can be exploited. We check all smart devices for unauthorized access or recording.
Is it legal to remove bugs I find? Generally yes in your own property, but preserve evidence first. We handle this properly.
Can you prevent future bugging? Yes. We recommend security measures and can install detection systems.
