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The AC unit in my bedroom in our Jumeirah villa has been leaking a bit of water onto the carpet for the last couple of months, and now there's a really strong, damp smell that's making my throat sore every morning. I've wiped the visible drip pan but the smell is still there and I'm worried about black mold growing inside the chiller unit itself. How can I tell if the mold chiller is the problem and who should I call to properly clean it and check for health risks?
Posted by Sabine Martin
Asked on March 10, 2026 1:03 pm
Based on the symptoms you're describing, this is a serious indoor air quality issue that requires immediate attention. The persistent water leak from your AC unit in Jumeirah has created a perfect breeding ground for mold, specifically within the chilled water system and the insulation around the drip pan. The sore throat is a classic symptom of exposure to mycotoxins from mold spores being circulated by the AC.

You are correct to suspect the chiller unit or the internal drip pan. Simply wiping the visible area is insufficient. The mold colony is likely thriving deep within the unit, on the cooling coils, the drain pan liner, and in the ductwork. In Dubai's high humidity, this problem escalates quickly.

For a villa in Dubai, you must contact a professional mold inspection and remediation company that is certified and follows UAE civil defense and environmental health guidelines. They will use specialized tools like borescopes to inspect inside the unit and perform air quality testing to identify the spore types and concentration levels. This is critical for determining the health risk and the correct remediation protocol.

Do not attempt to clean the internal AC components yourself with store-bought chemicals, as this can exacerbate the problem and release a larger cloud of spores.

For a proper inspection, testing, and safe remediation of your mold chiller unit, please call our certified team at 800-MOLDS or 800-66537. You can also email us at hello@saniservice.com to schedule a assessment. Your health is not something to gamble with.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 12, 2026 5:57 am