Is mold causing my kids' cough and how to clean?« Back to Previous Page

Based on your description, it is highly probable that the mold growth on your winter blankets is the primary cause of your children's persistent nighttime coughing. The black and greenish fuzzy spots are characteristic of common indoor molds like Aspergillus or Penicillium, which produce mycotoxins and spores that are potent respiratory irritants, especially for children. The confined space of a built-in wardrobe in a Jumeirah villa is a classic breeding ground; the UAE's high ambient humidity, combined with condensation from year-round AC use and a lack of ventilation, creates the perfect environment for mold to thrive on organic materials like cotton blankets.

Do not attempt to clean these heavily contaminated items yourself. Disturbing the mold by shaking or brushing the blankets will aerosolize a massive concentration of spores and mycotoxins throughout your home, significantly worsening the air quality and potentially exacerbating your children's health issues. Conventional cleaning methods will not eliminate the deep-seated spores or the harmful toxins.

The situation requires immediate professional intervention. We strongly recommend you cease using the room and call for a certified mold inspection. Our specialists at Saniservice are trained to conduct such assessments in accordance with Dubai Municipality guidelines. We will perform air and surface sampling to identify the specific mold types and spore concentration levels, which is critical for determining the appropriate remediation protocol. The remediation process for a case like this involves advanced containment procedures, HEPA filtration, and specialized antimicrobial treatments to safely remove the contamination without cross-contaminating the rest of your villa. For the health of your family, please contact us for a consultation at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or hello@saniservice.com.