The table below shows
the comparative service attributes of PFI with alternative process server service offered by
Sheriffs and other Private Process Servers.
Process Server Attribute Table
PFI
Sheriff
Private Server
» Speed
Fast
Slower
Fast
» Cost
Lower Total Cost
Higher Total Cost
Higher Total Cost
» Diligence
Unlimited Attempts*
3 Attempts and Return
Various
» Web Tracking
Yes
No
No
» Phone Tracking
Yes
Rarely
Yes
» Flat Rate Pricing
Yes
No
No
» Additional Cost
No
Yes
Yes
» Customer Services Dept.
Yes
No
Sometimes
» Payment Method
Monthly Billing
Pay in Advance
Pay in Advance
» Software Forms
Yes
No
No
* PFI will continue to attempt service at a single address until either the Hearing Date has passed or the paper is otherwise out of time.