Our pricing strategy is a collaborative approach—tailored to the scope, style, and support your project deserves.
At Proper Proofreading, rates are customized for each project to ensure fairness and transparency. Pricing is determined by several factors, including word count, document complexity, and turnaround time, among others. Editorial Freelance Association’s (EFA) published rate guidelines are referenced to help ensure fees remain competitive and industry-aligned.
We offer discounted rates and fees for students, nonprofit organizations, and individuals from historically underserved communities.
Everyone deserves to have access to the proper English language.
Errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation can be the difference between landing a job interview, or missing out on a new career path. Proper Proofreading cares and we are here to help improve society, one word at a time—please contact us regardless of your financial situation.
Please note: proofreading rates differ from copyediting and scoping rates, as each service requires a different level of involvement and expertise. Copyediting and scoping are both much more detailed work, and therefore, are subject to higher rates than proofreading. I’m happy to provide a personalized quote after reviewing the specifics of your project.
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Specializing in Legal Proofreading for Court Reporters and Legal Professionals
Available for Professional and Personal Documents
This service is for court reporters, scopists, and legal professionals who need precise, court-ready transcripts that honor the verbatim spoken record. We offer proofreading services for depositions, hearings, trials, and all official legal proceedings. Adheres to industry standards and customized reporter preferences. Rates vary based on complexity, turnaround time, and individual client preferences.
• Rate: $0.035–$0.055 per word
• Minimum Base Fee: $100
We offer discounted rates and flexible payment options for students, nonprofit organizations, and individuals from historically underserved communities.
• Includes:
– Punctuation for readability and verbatim accuracy
– Identification of dropped, repeated, or incorrect words
– Consistency in formatting, style, and transcript conventions
– Verification of proper names, case details, and speaker identification
– Attention to transitions, interruptions, and procedural flow
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This service is for students, professionals, content creators, and everyday writers who need a polished final draft. We offer proofreading services for essays, blog posts, newsletters, résumés, business emails, and general documents. Standard proofreading service provides a final review for clarity, correctness, and consistency. We check for surface-level errors in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and basic formatting—ensuring your document is polished, professional, and ready to share. Ideal for clean drafts needing a second set of eyes before submission or publication. Rates vary based on complexity, turnaround time, and individual client preferences.
Polish for business, academic, professional, or creative content:
• Rate: $0.02–$0.045 per word
• Base Fee: $50
We offer discounted rates and flexible payment options for students, nonprofit organizations, and individuals from historically underserved communities.
• Includes:
– Grammar, punctuation, and spelling corrections
– Consistency in style and formatting (APA, MLA, CMOS, etc.)
– Basic readability and flow improvements
– Final polish before submission or publication
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This service is for medical professionals, technical writers, researchers, academics, and organizations producing complex, high-stakes content. We offer proofreading services for medical documents, research papers, journal articles, dissertations, manuals, instructional materials, brochures, and other specialty content.
Specialized proofreading requires a careful balance of technical precision and editorial sensitivity. We ensure that terminology is accurate, formatting is consistent, and information flows logically—while respecting the specialized nature of your field. Whether you’re preparing a manuscript for publication, editing a clinical summary, or finalizing a user manual, we help your message come through clearly and professionally. Rates vary based on subject matter, complexity, and turnaround time.
Polish for technical, medical, academic, and specialty content:
• Rate: $0.045–$0.125 per word
• Minimum Base Fee: $250
We offer discounted rates and flexible payment options for students, nonprofit organizations, and individuals from historically underserved communities.
• Includes:
– Grammar, punctuation, and spelling review
– Technical terminology consistency and usage accuracy
– Style guide adherence (AMA, APA, MLA, CMOS, etc.)
– Formatting of references, lists, tables, and citations
– Readability, flow, and logical organization
– Section headings, numbering, and layout integrity
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Basic: 7-14 business days *10% discount*
Standard: 5-7 business days
Expedited: 3-5 business days *25% surcharge*
Rush: 48 hours *50% surcharge*
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For larger, ongoing, or complex projects, please inquire for a tailored estimate and retainer agreement.
Get in touch! We would love to hear from you!
Send us a message to ask a question, request a consultation, or tell us a bit about your proofreading needs. We’ll be in touch soon.