Our Journey
From 2003 to present - building environmental consulting excellence
2003 - Company Founded
Industrial Hygiene Consulting Corp established as an independent environmental consulting company.
2005 - IICRC Certification
Achieved IICRC certification and began specializing in mold assessment and water damage evaluation.
2010 - Operational Excellence
Consolidated operations into a central hub in Florida, enabling nationwide service delivery with rapid deployment capabilities.
2013 - Technology Integration
Integrated advanced technologies including Bio-Reveal and thermal imaging for enhanced assessment capabilities.
2020 - Service Expansion
Expanded services to include energy audits, building recommissioning, and large-scale commercial consulting.
2025 - Continued Excellence
Serving 600+ retail locations nationwide with comprehensive environmental consulting solutions.
Leadership & Team
Industry-leading expertise with proven results
Slade K. Smith
Owner, President & CEO
29+
Years Experience3,000+
Facility Evaluations400M+
Square Feet AssessedExpert
Witness TestimonyProfessional Overview
Owner, President & CEO of Industrial Hygiene Consulting Corp., with 29+ years of experience in environmental consulting. Expert in identifying and solving indoor environmental problems, building deficiencies, disaster restoration consulting, and microbial impacts of water loss events.
Primary Certifications
IICRC Master Restorer & Instructor
Bachelor of Science
Environmental Science, Organic Chemistry, Soil Physics, Hydrogeology
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
Building Inspection Technology
Certification Program
North Hennepin Community College
Accredited Indoor Environmental Hygienist
Professional Certification
Miami Dade College
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
1 Year
Ground Water Monitoring & Assessment Program - Hydrogeological sampling and drinking water quality evaluation
Institute for Environmental Assessment - Operations Manager
8 Years
Indoor Air Quality Division - Business development, reactive IAQ evaluations, large-scale remediation project management
Industrial Hygiene Consulting Corp. - Owner/President/CEO
Current
Large-scale hurricane and flood projects, expert witness testimony, national speaker and published author
Our Technical Team
Andy Merkle
Industrial Hygiene Technician
Experienced field technician specializing in environmental testing and assessment.
Geographic Coverage
Providing nationwide environmental consulting services from our strategic Central Florida headquarters
Nationwide Coverage
Central Florida Headquarters
Strategic headquarters enabling nationwide operations with rapid response and efficient service delivery across all regions
Coverage Area
- All US States
- Nationwide Deployment
- Rapid Response
Nationwide Services As Requested
Professional environmental consulting services available nationwide upon request with rapid deployment capabilities
Our Mission & Values
Committed to environmental excellence and client success
Independence
We work for you and no one else. Our independent approach ensures objective, conflict-free assessments that protect your interests.
Scientific Rigor
Our assessments are based on scientific principles, IICRC standards, and advanced diagnostic technologies for accurate results.
Client Focus
We prioritize client needs with responsive service, clear communication, and practical solutions that deliver real value.
Professional Credentials
Industry certifications and professional memberships
RPIH
Registered Professional Industrial Hygienist
AIEH
American Industrial Hygiene Association
RCI
Roof Consultants Institute
IICRC
Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration
Ready to Work with Our Team?
Contact IHC Corp today to discuss your environmental consulting needs with our expert team.