HK Environmental Consultants LLC 864 505 1833

Upstate SC · Western NC · Northeast GA

Clean air.Clear mind.

HK Environmental ConsultantsLLC

We test homes and commercial buildings in 49 counties across SC, NC and GA for mold, asbestos, lead, bacteria and allergens. Samples go to an independent NVLAP-accredited lab. Reports usually arrive 24 to 36 hours after the samples reach the lab.Mold, asbestos, lead, bacteria and allergen testing in 49 counties across SC, NC and GA. Reports usually arrive 24 to 36 hours after the samples reach the lab.

Five places a house hides problems. We test every one.

The whole house

Almost nothing we test for is visible from the middle of the room. It is behind the drywall, inside the ductwork, under the old flooring.

Tap a number or a button to zoom in
Moisture behind the wall

Water tracks inside a cavity long before it shows on the surface. A moisture meter finds it while the drywall still looks fine.

Mold testing →
Mold inside the HVAC

Ductwork moves air into every room. Growth on a coil or a damp return spreads spores through the whole building.

Mold testing →
Lead around an old window

Sashes rub every time they open. In a home built before 1978 that friction turns old paint into dust on the sill and the floor.

Lead testing →
Asbestos in older materials

Floor tile, mastic, pipe wrap, textured ceilings. Left alone it sits there. Cut or sanded during a renovation, it goes airborne.

Asbestos surveys →
Bacteria on surfaces

After a sewage backup or standing water, contamination stays on porous surfaces long after everything looks and smells dry.

Bacteria testing →

Certifications

24 certifications, all current.

Six state licenses, four EPA accreditations and fourteen IICRC certifications. Every one is held by us directly, not borrowed from a subcontractor.

Tap a number to see the full list.

IICRC

14

Institute certifications in water, fire, microbial and textile work.

Show all 14
Water & drying
Water Damage Restoration · Applied Structural Drying · Commercial Drying · Master Water Restorer
Fire & smoke
Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration · Master Fire and Smoke Restorer
Microbial & odor
Applied Microbial Remediation · Odor Control · Health and Safety
Carpet & textiles
Carpet Cleaning · Carpet Repair & Reinstallation · Color Repair · Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning · Master Textile Cleaner

State licenses

6

SCDES and NCDHHS asbestos licenses, valid in both states.

Show all 6
South Carolina (SCDES)
Building Inspector · Supervisor · Air Sampler
North Carolina (NCDHHS)
Building Inspector · Supervisor · Air Sampler

EPA

4

Federal accreditations for asbestos and lead.

Show all 4
Asbestos
Building Inspector · Supervisor · NIOSH 582
Lead
Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP)

State and federal licenses renew on a set schedule, and IICRC certifications require ongoing education. We carry the cards to every job. Ask to see them

Not sure where to start?

Which test do you need?

Prefer to talk? Call 864 505 1833

Our clients

Who we work for

Homeowners, buyers, landlords, contractors, businesses and insurers call us for the same reason: they need a real answer before they decide.

Homeowners

A musty smell, an old leak that never quite dried out, allergy symptoms that will not quit, or just want to know what is behind the walls.

Often needsMold testingAllergen testingLead testing

Buyers & realtors

Testing during due diligence replaces guesswork about what is behind the walls and under the floors with real numbers before you close.

Often needsMold testingAsbestos surveysLead testing

Landlords & property managers

Tenant complaints, unit turnovers and insurance claims all go easier with documented testing already in hand.

Often needsMold testingLead testingBacteria testing

Contractors & renovators

Before you cut into a wall, pull a permit or start demolition, testing tells you what is in the materials you are about to disturb.

Often needsAsbestos surveysLead testing

Businesses, schools & churches

When staff, students or members raise a concern about the air inside your building, an assessment gives you a real answer and a report you can act on.

Often needsMold testingAllergen testingBacteria testing

Insurance & legal

Claims and disputes need documentation nobody can argue with. We have no stake in the outcome, so our findings hold up on their own.

Often needsMold testingBacteria testingAsbestos surveys

Not sure which test fits? Describe the property and we will tell you, or tell you it needs none.

Service area

We’re local. And we travel.

We're based in Upstate South Carolina and work in 49 counties across South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia, for homes and businesses alike. Not sure we cover you? Check your town.

Counties served

  • 17South Carolina
  • 17North Carolina
  • 15Georgia

49 counties in all

What people say

Don’t just take our word for it

5.0Rated on Google

They do Top Notch work!! Very friendly and personable and explained everything and the importance. I would Highly recommend them!!
Nate 6 months ago on Google
The team of workers were polite, professional, and efficient. They even finished the job ahead of schedule.
Rene 5 days ago on Google
Great business with great staff.
Stacy 6 months ago on Google

Common questions

Questions people ask us

Quick answers to the things people most often want to know. Don’t see yours? Just call and ask.

Do I need an asbestos survey before renovating?

If the building is older and you are cutting, sanding or demolishing materials, almost always yes. A certified building inspector identifies suspect materials and samples them so the work can proceed safely and legally. Send us the address and scope and we will tell you what applies.

Will you tell me if I do not need anything?

Yes. Plenty of inspections end with “fix the leak, run a dehumidifier, you are fine.” If that is the answer, that is what the report says, and you will not be pushed toward work you do not need.

How quickly will I get my results?

Most reports are back with you within 24 to 36 hours of the samples reaching the lab. If a job is unusually large or the lab needs a specialist analysis, we will tell you that up front rather than leaving you waiting.

Who actually reads my samples?

An NVLAP accredited independent laboratory, not us. The lab reports the numbers, and we explain in plain English what they mean for your building and what, if anything, to do next.

What does a report include?

Every report has the lab results by location, photos from the visit, a plain-language explanation of what the numbers mean, and a plan for what to do next, written so you can hand it to a contractor, an insurer or a tenant. The details depend on the test:

  • Mold: sample results and photos, and a correction plan any contractor can use.
  • Asbestos: each material, where it is and its result, with chain-of-custody documents and guidance on which materials need abatement, ready for your permit application.
  • Lead: results by sampled location, which surfaces are affected, and safe-work precautions for renovation or occupancy.
  • Bacteria: results by location, the water category for the loss, and a cleaning and removal plan.
  • Allergen: results by room, affected areas compared with unaffected ones, and reduction steps ranked by impact, which you can share with a physician.
I can see mold already. Should I still test?

Sometimes visible growth is enough to move straight to a plan. Testing still helps when you need documentation for a claim or a sale, when symptoms do not match what is visible, or when you need to know whether spores have spread into areas that look clean.

How long does an inspection take?

It depends on the size of the property and the number of samples. A typical home inspection is a single visit, with lab analysis following afterward. We will give you a time estimate when you book.

Do you work with insurance claims?

We provide documented reports and photographs that you can submit to your insurer or attorney. Coverage decisions are made by your carrier, but clear third-party documentation is the strongest thing you can hand them.

Get in touch

Request an inspection

The phone call costs nothing. Tell us about the property and what you're seeing or smelling, and we'll tell you plainly what it needs, if anything, along with next steps and pricing. Reports usually land within 24 to 36 hours of sampling.

This opens your email app with the details filled in. In a hurry? Call 864 505 1833.