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As a certified mold remediation specialist here in Dubai, what you're describing is an immediate health hazard, especially for children. The persistent cough is a major red flag. Do not let a handyman near it with bleach—this will only agressively disturb the spores and make the air quality worse without addressing the root cause, the AC leak.

Under UAE tenancy law, specifically Law No. (26) of 2007, your landlord is legally obligated to maintain the property in a habitable condition. A hidden mold infestation of this size, caused by a building system failure (the AC), unequivocally falls under their responsibility. You must formally notify them in writing (email is best for a paper trail) and explicitly state that the mold is causing respiratory illness. Use the words "urgent health hazard" and cite the law. Demand a professional mold inspection and remediation from a certified company like ours, not a general repair. A proper team will use containment, HEPA filtration, and antimicrobial solutions, not bleach.

If they delay or refuse, you can file a complaint with the Rental Dispute Center (RDC) in Dubai. Given the health risk, they typically expedite such cases. But your children's health can't wait for bureaucracy.

For immediate action and to get a certified inspector on-site to document the contamination for your landlord, I strongly advise you call our emergency line. We can provide a formal report that holds legal weight.

Call us right away at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. We see this all the time in older Deira buildings and can help you force the issue.