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How To Get Started
If you are an inventor learning how to protect your invention for the first time, you have come to the right place.
QuickPatents has handled thousands of patents for our innovative clients since 2005. Before you bring in our expertise, there are some free basic steps a do-it-yourself type of person can take to determine if your invention is unique. Once you determine on a basic level that your invention is unique, it's time to bring in QuickPatents for a professional search and, if appropriate, to help file your patent.
Feel free to work your way through the information below, and contact us if you believe your invention is novel enough to move forward. We are here to help — contact us with any questions at any point in your discovery process.
FREE First Steps You Can Take
A few free do-it-yourself steps to check if your invention is unique.
StartDo-It-Yourself Patent Search
Run a quick-and-dirty search at the US PTO website.
StartDo-It-Yourself Market Search
Search the web for products similar to your idea.
StartDon't Get Ripped Off
Understand motivations and avoid invention-promotion scams.
StartHire A Professional
When you are ready, let us run a thorough professional search.
StartSamples of Our Work
A gallery of patents we have prepared for our clients.
StartCustomer Testimonials
Read what our clients have to say.
StartOur Pricing
Transparent flat-fee pricing for every service.
StartRecommended Reading
Books and resources to help you get going.
StartEnforcing Your Patent
What to do once your patent has issued.
ViewReady for the next step?
Let a registered patent practitioner run a thorough worldwide search for you.