Is black mold causing my kids' cough in Dubai?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the symptoms you describe and your location in a Jumeirah villa, there is a very high probability that the black spots you found are indeed mold and are contributing to your children's persistent cough. The combination of high humidity and the stagnation of air in an unoccupied home during a Dubai summer creates a perfect breeding ground for mold spores.

What you've described is a serious situation, especially with young children, whose respiratory systems are more susceptible to irritants. The cough is a common reaction to inhaling mold spores and mycotoxins. It is absolutely crucial that you do not attempt to clean this yourself, as disturbing the mold will aerosolize millions of spores, significantly worsening the air quality and potentially spreading the contamination throughout your home.

The best course of action is a professional inspection and testing. In the UAE, a certified mold assessor will conduct a thorough visual inspection, use moisture meters to find the source of the water intrusion (often a small AC leak or seepage through walls is the culprit), and perform air quality sampling to identify the spore types and concentration levels. This data is critical for designing an effective remediation protocol that follows international standards like the IICRC S520.

For a situation involving health symptoms, immediate professional assessment is non-negotiable. Please contact our team for a comprehensive inspection. We can schedule a visit to accurately diagnose the problem and provide a safe, effective solution to protect your family's health.

Call 800-MOLDS or 800-66537 or email hello@saniservice.com to get this sorted urgently.