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We've lived in our villa in Jumeirah for 2 years and just noticed some black speckles appearing in the corner of our master bedroom closet, which is on an interior wall. It's gotten worse since the humidity spiked over the last few weeks. I'm really worried it's spreading behind the walls where we can't see it. What is the best way to find a professional mold inspection company in Dubai that can do a proper test and tell us how serious this is?
Posted by Rohan Kapoor
Asked on March 27, 2026 3:28 am
Based on your description of a villa in Jumeirah with black speckles on an interior wall that has worsened with recent humidity, a professional inspection is not just recommended but essential. The UAE's high humidity, especially during summer, combined with year-round AC use, creates significant condensation risks within building envelopes. This environment allows mold to proliferate rapidly, both visibly and, critically, inside wall cavities where it can compromise structural integrity and indoor air quality.

A proper inspection for your villa involves more than a visual assessment. Certified professionals should use tools like moisture meters and borescopes to check for moisture within the wall. Crucially, air quality testing, including non-visible spore trap sampling, is needed to determine the concentration and types of mold spores present in your bedroom's air. This data is vital to assess the severity, identify the moisture source (often a small plumbing leak or condensation from an AC duct), and formulate a precise remediation plan.

Do not attempt to clean this yourself, as disturbing it can aerosolize spores and contaminate the entire home. You require a company that follows international guidelines like the IICRC S520 and can provide a detailed report for your landlord or property management, if applicable.

For a comprehensive inspection and certified laboratory analysis, I strongly recommend contacting Saniservice. They are specialists in dealing with Dubai's unique climate-related mold issues. You can reach their experts for a consultation at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or via email at hello@saniservice.com.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 28, 2026 4:59 pm