Industrial Hygiene Testing Services

AIHA IHLAP-accredited (LAP-101470) industrial hygiene testing laboratory in Houston, TX — 18 IH testing services covering air quality, metals, chemical exposure, noise and heat stress with rush same-day turnaround.

AIHA IHLAP (LAP-101470) NVLAP 101793-0 PJLA DoD-ELAP TX DSHS #300529 TX TDLR #LAB1070

AGT Labs is a nationally accredited industrial hygiene testing laboratory delivering comprehensive IH testing services to safeguard workplaces, ensure OSHA regulatory compliance, and protect employee health. Our Houston lab specializes in identifying, measuring, and analyzing airborne contaminants, hazardous materials, and environmental pollutants across construction, manufacturing, petrochemical, and healthcare industries.

With AIHA IHLAP accreditation (LAP-101470) and advanced in-house instrumentation — ICP-MS, GC/FID, GC/MS, GC/ECD, HPLC, XRD, IC, UV-VIS, CVAA, and gravimetric microbalance — our team performs detailed IH analysis for asbestos, crystalline silica, metals in air, welding fumes, VOCs, mold, mercury vapor, formaldehyde, isocyanates, PAH, PCB, and other chemical or biological hazards. Every analysis follows validated OSHA, EPA, and NIOSH methods under ISO/IEC 17025 quality management.

Whether you need personal exposure monitoring, indoor air quality evaluations, or regulatory testing for hazardous materials, AGT Labs provides end-to-end IH testing support — from free sampling kits and chain-of-custody paperwork to accredited analysis and expert reporting.

The AGT Labs IH Testing Advantage

Nationally Accredited IH Testing Under One Roof

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, AGT Labs provides comprehensive IH exposure monitoring analysis for EHS managers, industrial hygienists, and safety directors nationwide.

We combine ISO/IEC 17025 quality management with AIHA IHLAP accreditation (LAP-101470) and robust logistics to keep your projects on schedule and fully compliant.

  • Standard 5-day, 3-day priority, and 1-day rush turnaround options
  • Free sampling media and pre-labeled chain-of-custody kits
  • In-house IH analysis utilizing validated NIOSH, OSHA, and EPA methods

Defensible, Accredited IH Data

OSHA and litigation attorneys require accredited data. We hold five concurrent certifications — AIHA IHLAP (LAP-101470), NVLAP (101793-0), PJLA DoD-ELAP (#71390-1), TX DSHS (#300529), and TX TDLR (#LAB1070) — maximizing your data's evidentiary weight.

100% In-House IH Lab Capabilities

Unlike labs that outsource to subcontractors, we perform all 18 IH testing services directly in our Houston laboratory. This guarantees faster results, tighter QC, and a single point of contact for every project.

All IH Testing Services — A to Z

Browse Every IH Test We Perform

Jump straight to any of our 18 individual IH testing service pages — every analysis is performed in-house at our AIHA IHLAP-accredited Houston laboratory.

Asbestos fiber analysis NVLAP accredited lab Houston TX

Asbestos Testing

Comprehensive IH testing for friable and non-friable asbestos materials. Bulk sampling by PLM and advanced air monitoring via PCM and TEM for identification and clearance.

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Industrial mold bioaerosol AIHA EMLAP industrial hygiene testing

Mold & Bioaerosol Testing

IH indoor air quality investigations to identify moisture sources, assess building systems, and evaluate exposure to biological contaminants like Aspergillus and Stachybotrys.

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Respirable crystalline silica OSHA 1910.1053 testing

Respirable Crystalline Silica (RCS)

IH exposure monitoring for alpha quartz, cristobalite, and tridymite using X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) per NIOSH 7500 for OSHA 1910.1053 compliance.

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Total respirable dust gravimetric air sampling

Total & Respirable Dust

IH workplace particulate monitoring including PNOR, performing gravimetric analysis to measure total and respirable fractions per NIOSH 0500/0600 and OSHA PELs.

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BTEX TO-15 canister sampling analysis

BTEX / VOCs / TO-15 & TO-17

IH air monitoring for organic vapors including BTEX compounds and total VOCs using EPA Method TO-15 canisters and passive badges by GC/MS.

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Solvents acids alkali chemical air sampling ion chromatography

Solvents, Acids & Alkali

IH monitoring for reactive agents including acetone, isocyanates, formaldehyde, and sodium hydroxide using chemical-specific sampling aligned with OSHA and ACGIH limits.

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Inorganic chemicals reactive gases IC lab Houston

Inorganic Chemicals / Reactive Gases

IH monitoring for hazardous gases — hydrogen sulfide, CO, ammonia, chlorine, and HCN — using direct-read instruments and lab-based IC analysis.

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Formaldehyde aldehyde HPLC air monitoring OSHA 1007 Houston TX

Formaldehyde Testing

IH formaldehyde and aldehyde air monitoring using OSHA 1007, NIOSH 2016, and EPA TO-11 by HPLC. STEL and TWA exposure assessment for healthcare, mortuaries, and composite wood manufacturing.

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Isocyanate TDI MDI HDI HPLC air monitoring OSHA Method 42 Houston TX

Isocyanate Testing

IH diisocyanate air monitoring for TDI, MDI, and HDI using OSHA Method 42 by HPLC. Spray foam insulation, polyurethane coating, and auto body paint operations.

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Airborne metals testing ICP-OES industrial hygiene testing Houston

Metals in Air Testing

Comprehensive IH ICP-AES and ICP-MS analysis of 30+ airborne metals from a single filter per NIOSH 7300/7303 at our accredited Houston laboratory.

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Welding fume testing nickel air Houston

Welding Fume Testing

IH air monitoring for hazardous metals in welding fumes — manganese, iron, nickel, cadmium, and hexavalent chromium — per OSHA standards and NIOSH 7300.

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Lead in air personal air pump OSHA 1910.1025

Lead Testing (Air, Paint & Surfaces)

IH lead-in-air, surface wipe, and bulk paint analysis per NIOSH 7082/7303 and ASTM E1728 for OSHA 1910.1025 compliance and HUD clearance.

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Hexavalent chromium Cr VI OSHA 1910.1026

Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI)

IH Cr(VI) air monitoring using OSHA Method ID-215 for 29 CFR 1910.1026 compliance in welding, chrome plating, and steel manufacturing operations.

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Mercury vapor CVAA air monitoring NIOSH 6009 Houston TX

Mercury Vapor Testing

IH elemental mercury vapor analysis using NIOSH 6009 and OSHA ID-140 by Cold Vapor Atomic Absorption (CVAA). Spill clearance, chlor-alkali plants, and dental office monitoring.

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PAH polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbons HPLC NIOSH 5506 Houston TX

PAH Testing

IH polynuclear aromatic hydrocarbon air monitoring using NIOSH 5506 by HPLC. Benzo[a]pyrene, coal tar pitch volatiles, and coke oven emissions for roofing, paving, and aluminum smelting.

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PCB polychlorinated biphenyls GC/ECD NIOSH 5503 Houston TX

PCB Testing

IH polychlorinated biphenyl air and wipe monitoring using NIOSH 5503 by GC/ECD. TSCA compliance testing for building renovations, transformer decommissioning, and caulk removal.

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Indoor air quality IAQ office building Houston TX

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Testing

IH IAQ services including sampling and analysis for chemical, biological, and particulate contaminants per ASHRAE 62.1 and EPA guidelines.

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Industrial noise dosimetry WBGT OSHA 1910.95

Noise & Heat Stress Monitoring

IH noise dosimetry equipment rental and WBGT heat stress monitoring with OSHA 1910.95 compliance reporting from our accredited Houston laboratory.

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How to Choose the Right IH Testing Lab

Not all industrial hygiene laboratories offer the same scope of accreditation, turnaround capability, or in-house analytical range.

When evaluating an IH lab for your project, verify AIHA IHLAP accreditation for your specific analytes, ensure the lab performs the work in-house rather than subcontracting, and confirm standard vs. rush turnaround options match your timeline.

The AGT Labs IH Lab Guarantee

We check every box. Our AIHA IHLAP-accredited facility (LAP-101470) serves clients nationwide directly from Houston. We provide free FedEx return shipping on all sampling kits and assign a dedicated project coordinator to every account, ensuring you never have to chase down a report.

Industries Relying on Our IH Testing Services

Petrochemical Refining Oil & Gas (Upstream/Midstream) Construction & Demolition Heavy Fabrication Aerospace & Defense Power Generation Shipbuilding & Marine Pharmaceutical Production Food Processing Healthcare Facilities Commercial Real Estate Educational Institutions
IH Lab Certifications

Accreditations & Certifications

IH Testing Services — FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the most common questions about our industrial hygiene testing services.

What industrial hygiene testing services does AGT Labs offer?
AGT Labs offers 18 IH testing services covering air quality (asbestos PLM/PCM/TEM, mold, crystalline silica XRD, respirable dust, indoor air quality), metals (metals-in-air ICP-MS, welding fume, lead, hexavalent chromium, mercury vapor by CVAA), chemical exposure (BTEX/VOC by EPA TO-15, solvents/acids/alkali, inorganic chemicals and reactive gases, formaldehyde by HPLC, isocyanates by HPLC, PAH by HPLC, PCB by GC/ECD), and physical hazard monitoring (noise dosimetry and WBGT heat stress). Every analysis is performed in-house at our Houston laboratory.
Is AGT Labs accredited for industrial hygiene testing?
Yes. AGT Labs holds AIHA Industrial Hygiene Laboratory Accreditation Program (IHLAP) certificate LAP-101470, covering 100+ analytical methods across GC/FID, GC/MS, GC/ECD, IC, HPLC, ICP/AES, XRD, CVAA, gravimetric, PCM, and UV/VIS techniques. We also hold NVLAP accreditation (101793-0) for asbestos bulk PLM, PJLA DoD-ELAP (#71390-1) for asbestos PLM and PCM, TX DSHS Asbestos License (#300529), and TX TDLR Mold License (#LAB1070).
How fast can I get IH testing results?
Standard turnaround is 3 to 5 business days for most IH analyses. Priority 24-hour turnaround is available for lead-in-air AAS, asbestos PLM, and select single-analyte tests. Rush same-day turnaround is available for lead AAS and welding fume verification on samples received before 10 AM CST. Contact our lab team to confirm rush availability for your specific test.
Do you provide sampling kits and chain-of-custody forms?
Yes. AGT Labs provides free sampling kits with pre-weighed filter cassettes, sorbent tubes, Ghost wipes, calibrated pumps, chain-of-custody paperwork, and prepaid FedEx return shipping labels. Kits are customized to your specific IH testing needs and typically ship within 24 hours of request.
Can AGT Labs perform on-site industrial hygiene sampling?
Yes. Certified industrial hygienists from our Houston laboratory are available throughout the Houston metro and Texas for on-site personal and area sampling, exposure assessments, indoor air quality investigations, noise surveys, and heat stress monitoring. For clients outside Texas, we provide complete sampling kits with detailed instructions and free return shipping.
What makes AGT Labs different from other IH testing labs?
Three key differentiators: (1) All 18 IH testing services are performed 100% in-house at our Houston lab — no subcontracting, no shipping samples to network partners. (2) We hold five concurrent accreditations (AIHA IHLAP, NVLAP, PJLA DoD-ELAP, TX DSHS, TX TDLR) covering the broadest range of IH methods under one roof. (3) Every account gets a dedicated project coordinator, free sampling kits with FedEx return shipping, and standard 3-to-5-day turnaround with rush options.

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