Who We Are

Hernick Environmental is a family-owned and operated environmental consulting company serving homeowners, businesses, property managers, contractors, and other professionals throughout Michigan.

Founded on experience and a commitment to helping people understand their environment, Hernick Environmental provides professional environmental testing, inspections, and consulting services.

Our approach is simple: inspect thoroughly, test when appropriate, explain the findings clearly, and provide practical recommendations.

Whether you are dealing with suspected mold, water damage, indoor air quality concerns, asbestos-containing materials, or another environmental concern, our goal is to provide you with reliable information to help you determine the appropriate next steps.

Meet Our Team

Tom Hernick, Owner | Environmental Consultant

Tom Hernick is the owner of Hernick Environmental and a graduate of Eastern Michigan University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology.

Tom has more than 25 years of environmental consulting experience, with extensive experience in industrial hygiene and environmental investigations.

His experience includes:

  • Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Investigations
  • Mold and Microbial Investigations
  • Mold Remediation Consulting
  • Asbestos Inspections
  • Asbestos Management Planning
  • Asbestos Abatement Oversight
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Asbestos Containing Materials Testing

Certifications:

Hernick Environmental is certified in mold inspection through the National Association of Mold Professionals and in asbestos inspection through the state of Michigan.

Payton Hernick, Environmental Consultant

Payton Hernick is a graduate of Central Michigan University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Health and Safety.

Payton has extensive field experience conducting environmental inspections and testing. She is passionate about helping clients understand environmental concerns and providing practical guidance to help create healthier and safer homes and workplaces.

Her experience includes:

  • Mold Inspections
  • Mold Sampling and Testing
  • Indoor Air Quality Investigations
  • Moisture and Water Damage Inspections
  • Environmental Inspections
  • Environmental Consulting

Credentials & Certifications:

  • B.S. Environmental Health & Safety — Central Michigan University
  • National Association of Mold Professionals Certified
  • NIOSH 7400 Certified
  • Currently pursuing Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) credentials

Services

  • Mold Inspection & Testing
  • Mold Remediation Consulting
  • Indoor Air Quality Testing
  • Water Damage & Moisture Inspections
  • Asbestos Air Sampling
  • Asbestos Abatement Oversight
  • Environmental Consulting
  • Commercial Environmental Services