Archive Lane Services & Projects
Archive Lane Services & Projects
Perfect for small projects or first-time customers.
Includes any combination of:
Up to 3 home videos (VHS, MiniDV, etc.) or
Up to 3 batches of 50 photos, or
Any mix of both
Example Combinations:
1 VHS + 2 photo batches
2 VHS + 1 photo batch
150 photos total
Best for: Testing the process or preserving a few special memories.
Additional items beyond a package: $18 per item
Severely damaged, mold-affected, or specialty formats may require additional handling and will be reviewed prior to digitization.
Ideal for families preserving multiple tapes or albums.
Includes any combination of:
Up to 12 home videos (VHS, MiniDV, etc.), or
Up to 12 batches of 50 photos, or
Any mix of both
Example combinations:
6 VHS + 6 photo batches
10 VHS + 2 photo batches
600 photos total
Best for:
Mixed photo and video projects, families with several tapes or photo collections, or customers beginning to consolidate larger memory archives.
Additional items beyond a package: $18 per item
Severely damaged, mold-affected, or specialty formats may require additional handling and will be reviewed prior to digitization.
Designed for larger collections or multi-decade archives.
Includes any combination of:
Up to 25 home videos (VHS,MiniDV, etc.), or
Up to 25 batches of 50 photos, or
Any mix of both
Example combinations:
15 VHS + 10 photo batches
20 VHS + 5 photo batches
1,250 photos total
Best for:
Large home archives, estate cleanouts, or families preserving extensive collections accumulated over many years.
Additional items beyond a package: $18 per item
Severely damaged, mold-affected, or specialty formats may require additional handling and will be reviewed prior to digitization.
This option is designed for larger or mixed document collections submitted by the box rather than by individual page count.
The listed price represents a starting deposit, not a final project total.
Starting at $175 per standard box. The initial purchase serves as a project deposit to begin intake and review
Final pricing is determined after intake based on:
Volume and estimated page count
Document condition and preparation requirements
Organization complexity
Any requested enhancements
Final pricing is reviewed and approved before digitization begins.
Any remaining balance is invoiced after intake and prior to delivery.
What Counts as a Standard Box
A standard box is defined as:
One banker box (approximately 10–12” × 15” × 24”)
Not overfilled or compressed
Containing loose or lightly organized documents
Oversized, overfilled, or specialty containers may require adjusted pricing and will be reviewed during intake
What’s Included
Digitization of documents submitted by the box
Intake review to determine scope and handling needs
Clear digital organization based on document type or structure
Secure digital delivery
Optional Enhancements (Assessed During Intake)
Available upon request:
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for searchable PDFs
Advanced file organization or indexing
Fragile, oversized, or specialty document handling
Document preparation or sorting
Secure shredding or disposal after digitization
Notary support (when applicable)
Important Notes
Bulk projects are reviewed and scoped individually
Final pricing is confirmed before work begins
Research effort and page estimates may change based on document condition and organization
Projects with highly mixed or unknown contents may require phased pricing
A document intake questionnaire is required after checkout to confirm box count, document types, and delivery preferences.
Product Description:
This service is designed for small to mid-sized document collections that need to be digitized with care, clarity, and organization.
Price:
Starting at $0.40 per page
Minimum Purchase:
This package includes a $50 minimum deposit.
Final pricing is based on:
Total number of pages
Document condition and preparation needs
Any requested enhancements or special handling
Pricing is confirmed after intake and review.
Any remaining balance is invoiced prior to delivery of completed digital files.
Includes:
Digitization of up to 250 standard paper pages
High-quality scanning for readability and preservation
Clear file naming and basic organization
Secure digital delivery through your Archive Lane account
Best For:
Loose, modern documents
Personal, family, or administrative paperwork
Projects requiring minimal preparation or disassembly
Optional Enhancements (Assessed During Intake)
Available upon request:
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
Advanced file organization or indexing
Document preparation or sorting
Notary support
Secure shredding or disposal after digitization
Important Notes
Projects exceeding approximately 250 pages, or those with unknown page counts, may be transitioned to box-based or custom pricing following intake review.
Fragile, oversized, bound, or specialty materials may require additional handling and will be reviewed before work begins.
A document intake questionnaire is required after checkout to confirm page count, condition, and delivery preferences.
Starting with a $350 research deposit
This project is designed for clients beginning family history research or seeking confirmation and organization of their closest ancestral relationships.
Final pricing is based on available records, the quality of existing information, and research complexity.
Total project cost will not exceed $500.
Any remaining balance is invoiced after scope review and confirmation, and prior to delivery of completed research materials.
This package focuses on establishing a clear, accurate foundation using the most accessible and reliable records.
Research Scope & Timeline
This project is a defined foundational research engagement, not an open-ended investigation.
Research may include:
Review and evaluation of client-provided information and documents
Verification of key relationships across up to three generations
Record analysis using available civil, census, and vital records
Identification of gaps, limitations, and recommended next steps
If additional research is recommended beyond this scope, options and next steps will be discussed and approved before continuing.
Deliverables Include
Verified lineage research covering up to three generations
(example: client → parents → grandparents)Foundational digital family tree
Written research summary outlining findings, limitations, and recommendations
Organized digital delivery suitable for long-term reference
Best for:
Clients just beginning family history research
Families wanting clarity and confirmation
Those organizing inherited notes or documents
This package prioritizes accuracy, organization, and clarity over extended historical depth.
A research intake questionnaire is required after checkout to confirm known information, goals, and research priorities.
This project requires a $750 research deposit to begin.
This project is designed for clients ready to move beyond immediate family and explore deeper historical lineage through verified genealogical research.
A $750 research deposit is required to begin. Final pricing is based on research scope, record availability, and family line complexity.
Total project cost will not exceed $1,100.
Any remaining balance is invoiced after initial research review and confirmation of scope, and prior to delivery of final research materials.
This service expands beyond basic family trees and incorporates deeper historical records, geographic movement, and contextual analysis.
Research Scope & Timeline
This project is conducted as a defined research engagement, not an open-ended investigation.
Research may include:
Verification and expansion of lineage up to four or five generations
Focused research across multiple record types and sources
Identification of geographic movement and historical context
Documentation of findings, limitations, and unresolved questions
If research recommendations extend beyond this project’s scope, next steps and options will be reviewed and approved before any additional work begins.
Deliverables Include
Expanded family tree with additional lineage detail
Evidence-based research and source verification
Written research summary outlining findings, context, and open questions
Organized digital delivery suitable for long-term preservation
Best for:
Clients ready to explore beyond grandparents
Those interested in surnames, locations, and lineage movement
Families building a more complete ancestral record
Research depth depends on record availability and complexity.
A research intake questionnaire is required after checkout to confirm known information, goals, and research priorities.
Starting with a $1,500 research deposit
Legacy Lineage Projects are custom, in-depth genealogy engagements designed for complex family histories, multiple ancestral lines, or long-term research goals.
These projects move beyond foundational family trees and focus on evidence-based analysis, documentation, and historical context, often requiring research across varied locations, time periods, and record types.
A $1,500 research deposit is required to begin a Legacy Lineage Project. This deposit covers intake review, project planning, and the first defined research phase.
Legacy Lineage Projects do not have a predetermined total cost. Final pricing is based on project scope, the number of family lines involved, record availability, and research complexity.
Projects are completed in defined research phases. At the conclusion of each phase, findings are reviewed and recommendations are provided. Any additional research phases are proposed with scope, estimated timelines, and pricing for approval before work continues.
Balances are invoiced and approved prior to delivery of completed research materials for each phase.
This phased billing structure ensures clients maintain full visibility and control while allowing research to proceed thoughtfully and responsibly.
Research Timeline
Legacy Lineage Projects are conducted in research phases rather than a fixed number of hours.
Each phase may includes:
Extended research across multiple family lines
Deeper exploration of historical records and timelines
Integration of photos and supporting documents (when available)
Narrative summary connecting people, places, and events
Organized digital delivery suitable for long-term preservation
This phased approach ensures research remains accurate, intentional, and aligned with long-term preservation goals.
What to Expect
Projects are tailored to the specific history and challenges of each family
Research findings may uncover new questions, alternate lines, or conflicting evidence
Recommendations are provided before additional research phases begin
Genealogical research is evidence-based and dependent on record availability. Research effort does not guarantee specific outcomes.
Best for:
Families preserving history for future generations
Clients seeking context and storytelling, not just data
Multi-line or complex family histories
A detailed research intake questionnaire is required after checkout to define scope, known information, and research priorities.
The Memory Drop is a recurring, scheduled intake designed for families who want to preserve meaningful paper items gradually over time, without tackling everything at once.
Includes:
Four scheduled Memory Drops per year
Up to 75 paper items per drop (letters, artwork, keepsakes, documents)
The same careful handling, digitization, and organization as our standard services
Preferred annual rate
One simple enrollment for the year
Original materials returned as received
(or securely disposed of upon request)
Unused quarterly allowances do not roll over.
A flexible, pay-per-quarter preservation service.
The Memory Drop – Quarterly is designed for individuals or families who want to preserve meaningful paper items without committing to a full annual plan. It offers the same care and attention as our ongoing services—on a one-quarter basis.
Includes:
One scheduled Memory Drop
Digitization of up to 75 paper items (photos, letters, artwork, documents)
Careful handling and secure digital delivery
Original materials returned as received
(or securely disposed of upon request)
Ideal for first-time participants, seasonal projects, or those who prefer pay-as-you-go flexibility.

