We conduct professional background checks to help individuals and businesses establish who a person is, what information is associated with them and whether the details they have provided can be independently verified.

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Our investigations combine open-source intelligence, public records, permitted credit-reference intelligence, company and property information, and digital footprint analysis. We bring these findings together to provide a clearer understanding of an individual’s background and connections.

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A name and an address can provide a starting point, but they rarely tell the whole story. We examine information from multiple sources to identify relevant inconsistencies, linked addresses, business interests and previously undisclosed information.

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Based in Bristol with nationwide UK coverage, we provide tailored enquiries for solicitors, landlords, businesses and private clients.

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When a background check can help

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Background enquiries may assist with:

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• Assessing information supplied by a prospective tenant.

• Checking the background of a potential business partner or commercial contact.

• Supporting legal proceedings and pre-sue enquiries.

• Examining conflicting identity, address or professional information.

• Identifying property and business interests relevant to a dispute.

• Helping private clients assess specific concerns before making a decision.

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The scope is determined by your purpose and the information you need verified. We agree relevant areas of enquiry before commencing, ensuring the investigation remains focused and proportionate.

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Identity, addresses and contact information​

 

We assess names, known identity variations, current and historical address associations, and lawfully available telephone or other contact information.​​

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Identifiers are compared across sources to reduce the risk of confusing people with similar names. Where an address is associated with the subject, we explain whether the evidence supports current residency or only a recorded connection.

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Property ownership and financial interests

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We examine identifiable property interests and other financial connections relevant to the instruction. Where a property address is identified, land-register records can help establish registered ownership, tenure and recorded charges.

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We distinguish ownership from occupation and explain any limitations affecting the findings. Identifying a property interest does not, by itself, establish the subject’s available wealth or the asset’s recoverability.

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Company directorships and business connections

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Company enquiries may identify current and former directorships, persons with significant control, shareholdings recorded in available filings and connections to other businesses.

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We review relevant company status, addresses and filing history to assess the nature of each connection. A company appointment does not automatically establish employment, income or personal ownership of company assets.

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Judgments, insolvency and legal information

 

Where lawfully available and relevant, enquiries may examine County Court Judgment records, insolvency notices, published court information and other legal records.

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We assess identity matches and available case details carefully. The report distinguishes allegations, proceedings and recorded outcomes, with any uncertainty about status or identification clearly stated.

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Professional information and digital presence

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We review relevant professional profiles, business websites, directories, public social-media content and other online material. These sources may help assess claimed roles, qualifications, business activity and publicly stated connections.

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Online information is evaluated for attribution, date and consistency. A profile or post is considered alongside other evidence rather than accepted as independent confirmation.

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Social media accounts and undisclosed digital activity

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We perform targeted searches to identify known, hidden, or pseudonymous social media profiles, forum contributions, and alternative online accounts. Enquiries focus on uncovering digital footprints, historical activity patterns, and obscured web footprints relevant to the subject. Findings are rigorously cross-referenced for verification, distinguishing verified behavioral evidence from unverified or mistributed profiles.

 

​​Relevant associates and address connections

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Where necessary to answer the agreed question, we examine connections to other individuals, shared addresses or linked businesses. We explain the evidence supporting each association and avoid treating a shared surname or address as proof of a particular relationship.

Other relevant findings may be included where they fall within the agreed scope and can appropriately be disclosed.

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How we conduct the investigation

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We begin by reviewing the purpose of the enquiry, the subject’s identifying details and any documents or information supplied by the client. This establishes a reliable starting record and determines which checks are appropriate.

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Our research combines relevant public records, authorised databases and targeted open-source enquiries. We have access to credit reference tracing data, including permitted address links, connection to other people and contact details, where appropriate to the instruction and authorised by the provider.

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This access supports identity, contact details and address research; it does not provide unrestricted access to bank accounts, balances or confidential financial records.

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We cross-reference findings, investigate discrepancies and assess the strength of each connection. Where a material question remains unresolved, we can discuss further verification or separately agreed field enquiries.

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What your report contains

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You receive a structured written report presenting:

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• The instruction, purpose and agreed scope.

• The identifiers used to assess the subject.

• Findings within each agreed area of enquiry.

• Relevant identity, address, property and business connections.

• Legal or adverse indicators identified, where included.

• Source references, search dates and relevant record dates.

• Supporting material, where lawful and permitted.

• Confidence assessments, limitations and recommended further enquiries.

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The report distinguishes verified findings from recorded associations, third-party statements and investigative assessments. 

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Confidentiality and legal compliance

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Every instruction is assessed for lawful purpose, necessity, proportionality and appropriate handling of personal information. Our enquiries follow applicable UK data protection requirements and relevant database-use restrictions.

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We do not claim access to information that is legally restricted or unavailable to private investigators. Criminal-record checks and other regulated screening require their own authorised procedures and are not automatically included in a general background enquiry.

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Discuss your background enquiry

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Contact us with the subject's details, the information you need checked and the reason for your enquiry. We will recommend a focused investigation scope suited to your decision.