At First Served, we provide professional occupancy checks to help clients confirm whether a property is occupied before proceeding with legal service or investigative steps.

Our process servers conduct clear, unbiased assessments supported by detailed notes, photos, and optional affidavits suitable for filing in the Alberta Court of Justice and the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta.

Whether you’re preparing a substitutional service application, conducting due diligence, or verifying an address for a skip trace, we deliver accurate information you can rely on.

✔ In-person attendance at the address.
✔ Exterior assessment of the property.
✔ Identification of occupancy indicators (lights, vehicles, utilities, movement).
✔ Photos of door, building signage, mailbox, and relevant observations.
✔ Optional neighbour/manager inquiry.
✔ Detailed written report summarizing findings.
✔ Affidavit preparation when required.

Rush options and multi-visit packages available.

✔ Reduces unnecessary service attempts.
✔ Helps target the correct address before process serving.
✔ Supports “reasonable efforts” required by Alberta courts.
✔ Strengthens substitutional service applications.
✔ Ensures more accurate service strategy and cost efficiency.

• Occupancy Report
  A concise summary of findings, useful for legal files or internal verification.

• Photographic Evidence Package
  Timestamped, clearly documented images of key indicators.

• Affidavit (Optional)
  A sworn affidavit for filings in the Alberta Court of Justice or Court of King's Bench, prepared by First Served and sworn before a Commissioner for Oaths or Notary Public.

We offer competitive rates with clear, zone-based pricing.
Options include:

• Standard occupancy check

• Enhanced checks

• Multi-visit confirmation

• Court-ready evidence packages

• Rush and after-hours surcharges

Request a quote for your specific file.

Are occupancy checks legal in Alberta?

Yes. Occupancy checks are a lawful, non-intrusive method of verifying whether a property appears lived in or used.

Do you enter the property?

No. All checks are done from publicly accessible areas or with permission where appropriate.

Can I use your report in court?

Yes. We provide Affidavits and Declarations of Service suitable for use in Alberta courts.

Do you perform rural occupancy checks?

Yes — we cover rural properties, acreages, and small towns within our service radius.