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Given the symptoms you've described in your children and the visible growth, a professional inspection is not just recommended but essential. The combination of persistent coughing, skin irritation, and visual mold growth, exacerbated by Dubai's high humidity and constant AC use—which can create ideal conditions for condensation and microbial amplification—strongly indicates a potential environmental health concern.

For a proper assessment, you must engage a certified environmental consultant. In the UAE, look for a company that follows international standards like the IICRC S520 for mold remediation and employs UAE-approved methodologies. A legitimate professional will not just test for "toxic mold" but will conduct a comprehensive inspection. This includes a visual assessment, moisture mapping using tools like thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters, and strategic air and surface sampling. The samples are then analyzed by an accredited third-party laboratory to identify the species and concentration of mold spores present. This data is critical, as it determines the specific remediation protocol required to make the space safe.

Do not attempt to disturb the mold yourself, as this can aerosolize the spores and exacerbate the health issues. A professional will provide a detailed report outlining the causes, the extent of the contamination, and a scope of work for its safe and complete removal.

For immediate assistance from certified specialists who can conduct this testing and create a remediation plan, I strongly advise you to contact the experts at Saniservice. You can call them at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule a thorough inspection.