Why Choose InventHelp?
40 Years of Experience
InventHelp is one of the leading service providers in the invention industry. Our services are ready to help you, the inventor, pursue your invention idea.
1,000's of Companies
InventHelp maintains a database of 1,000's of companies which have agreed to confidentially review our clients’ ideas. They are interested in looking for new inventions and represent many different types of industries.
10000 Patents
InventHelp offers patent referrals to its clients. These referrals have resulted in more than 10000 patents for InventHelp inventors. We can refer you to an independent patent attorney who will advise you on the necessary steps to take toward potentially patenting your idea.
What is InventHelp®?
InventHelp® is a company dedicated to assisting inventors in submitting their ideas to industry. We have been helping inventors since 1984 and have sales offices in major U.S. cities and headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA.
How Does InventHelp® Work?
InventHelp® offers services to help inventors submit their ideas to companies, providing guidance and maintaining confidentiality throughout the invention process from initial meeting to completion of services. As a leading invention service company, InventHelp® offers patent referral services and professional marketing materials that may appeal to companies.
What services does InventHelp® offer?
We offer a range of services to help inventors, including:
Patent Referrals: We can refer you to independent patent attorneys for more affordable patent services than those sought elsewhere.
Invention Submission: We submit your invention idea to companies in the InventHelp® Data Bank and other databases.
Virtual Invention Presentation: We create a virtual presentation uploaded to a virtual display screen to showcase how your idea functions as well as its benefits and features.
Prototype Model: We produce a model representation of your invention using 3D printing software and 3D printing technology.
Technical Drawings: We create detailed diagrams of your invention for the purpose of relaying manufacturing instructions.
Publicity Services: We will write and publish a press release on the availability of your invention through an online publicity distribution service. Your press release will not reveal the working details of your invention for the sake of confidentiality.
How does InventHelp® submit my invention to companies?
We prepare a submission brochure highlighting the benefits, features, and functions of your invention to submit your idea to companies. InventHelp® attends industry trade shows, creates artwork and written materials for your idea, and follows up with companies via email for feedback and good faith reviews.
What is the InventHelp® Data Bank?
The InventHelp® Data Bank is a database of companies that have agreed to confidentially review InventHelp® client inventions. These companies are registered under their areas of interest; interests that cover over 25 product categories. We try to best match your invention with these companies based on these expressed interests and industry codes.
What is the Virtual Trade Show?
The Virtual Trade Show is an online platform used to show inventions to companies who have registered for the InventHelp® Data Bank. It is accessible on mobile devices and tablets and is made available to companies at trade shows we attend or exhibit.
Can InventHelp® help with patenting my invention?
Patent protection can provide legal protection for your idea. While we do not provide patent advice, as such advice can only come from a patent attorney, we can refer you to an independent patent attorney who can assist with patent applications and provide patent related services.
What are the chances of my invention being successful?
Pursuing an invention idea is a challenging process, and the chances of financial success are never likely or guaranteed. However, our services are intended to start your idea’s journey with the best foot forward by creating professional submission materials and using our resources and decades of invention service experience.
What Types of Inventions Does InventHelp® Work With?
Tangible Products
InventHelp® works with ideas that could be made into tangible products. These are physical products that can be manufactured and reproduced.
25+ Product Categories
Tangible product ideas come in all shapes and sizes, spanning over a range of industries. Typically, InventHelp® works with inventions in over 25 product categories. These categories include, but aren’t limited to hardware, housewares, toys and games, pet care, lawn and garden, electronics, sporting goods, apparel, and more!
InventHelp® Client Invention Stories
Working on an invention idea or getting started with a new product idea takes time, effort, and hard work. Success is never something we, nor any company, can guarantee. InventHelp® offers services that can help get your idea prepared and submit your idea to companies in confidence.
Read InventHelp® client invention stories here!
Can InventHelp® Help get my idea Patented?
Through InventHelp®’s patent referral services, we’ve helped inventors receive more than 10,000 patents.
Can InventHelp® help to give my idea patent pending status?
Patent decisions are ultimately made by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. InventHelp®’s patent referral services include referring you to an attorney who can help you apply for a patent for your idea.
How much does it cost to patent my invention idea?
By purchasing InventHelp®’s patent referral services, you can get more affordable patent services than those sought elsewhere. Someone from InventHelp® can provide you with costs associated with any available services including patent referrals.
How can InventHelp® offer affordable patent services?
InventHelp® can offer such low-cost patent referral services due to the number of clients we refer to our network of patent attorneys.
How can I contact InventHelp®?
Getting started with InventHelp® is easy. Call 1-800-Invention, or visit our website to fill out the contact form. https://inventhelp.com/
InventHelp® clients can reach our Client Services Department Monday through Friday during regular business hours.
