Is black mold from AC leak making us sick?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the symptoms you’ve described—persistent dry cough and headaches—and the visible black mold growth, it is highly probable that the mold colonizing your AC unit and wall is a significant contributing factor to your illness. The continuous leakage has created a persistent moisture source, which is the primary catalyst for mold proliferation. The airborne mycotoxins and spores released by colonies of this size can directly cause the respiratory and neurological symptoms you are experiencing.

In the UAE's humid climate, this is a critical health and safety issue. Crucially, according to Dubai rental law (Law No. 26 of 2007), the landlord is unequivocally responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the property and fixing faults in central air conditioning systems. An AC leak leading to structural mold is their obligation to remediate.

Do not attempt to clean this yourself. Disturbing a large patch of black mold without proper containment will aerosolize a massive amount of spores throughout your apartment, drastically increasing your exposure and contaminating other areas.

The fastest way to resolve this is a professional inspection and remediation. A certified mold inspector will conduct air and surface sampling to identify the species and spore count, providing a scientific report that can be used to formally request action from your landlord. The remediation process involves isolating the area with negative air pressure, physically removing the contaminated materials (like the drywall behind the wardrobe), and using industrial-grade HEPA filtration and antimicrobial treatments to ensure complete eradication.

For immediate professional testing and a certified report, you need to call experts. Call 800-MOLDS or 800-66537 or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule an emergency inspection. Your health is not something to gamble with.