Transcriptions, Abstractions, Extractions

Unlock the stories hidden within historical documents with our professional transcription services. Whether you’re uncovering the past through court records, family letters, or centuries-old manuscripts, our expertise ensures you have the tools to preserve and understand your family history.

• Transcription: Faithful, word-for-word copies of documents, retaining the original spelling, grammar, and formatting. 
• Extraction: Record the most significant information from the document while preserving context and detail.
• Abstraction: Summarize lengthy and complex documents into concise and essential information. Abstractions make dense records more accessible while preserving their genealogical value.

Our team specializes in working with documents from the 17th to the 20th centuries, including:

• Court and probate records
• Deeds, contracts, and legal documents
• Family letters, journals, and diaries
• Manuscripts and private family papers

1. Submit a Sample: To begin, we ask for a sample of the document you need transcribed, abstracted, or extracted. This should be a high-quality digital image, a link to the digital image, and the citation needed to locate it.
2. Estimate and Pricing: Once we receive the sample, we will provide an estimate of the time required to complete the work. Please note that our services have a 2-hour minimum and charge $75 per hour.
3. Completion: Upon approval of the estimate, we will begin to process your document. Once the work is completed, we will email you a copy in a Word document format.

Our services are designed with genealogists in mind. We combine historical expertise with a deep understanding of the needs of family historians, ensuring your documents are readable and research-ready. Whether deciphering Secretary hand or organizing a trove of family papers, we provide the precision you need to make the most of your discoveries.

Contact us to learn how our transcription services can bring your family’s history to life.