Black mold behind wardrobe: call landlord or professional first?« Back to Previous Page

As a certified mold inspection and remediation specialist operating in Dubai, your situation is unfortunately common, especially in high-humidity coastal areas like Marina. The presence of black-colored mold, coupled with a damp wall and occupant health symptoms like coughing, constitutes a serious indoor environmental issue that requires immediate professional assessment.

Your first course of action should be to immediately document the issue with clear photographs and a dated written notification to your landlord or property management company. Under UAE tenancy law, the landlord is generally responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the property, which includes resolving underlying moisture issues that lead to mold. However, do not wait for their response to act on health and safety.

Given the visible growth, the dampness, and especially the health symptoms in children, I strongly recommend you engage a professional environmental inspection company immediately. The "black spots" could be Stachybotrys chartarum (toxic black mold) or another allergenic species, which requires proper identification through air and surface sampling. A DIY approach is highly discouraged as improper disturbance can aerosolize spores and exacerbate the problem. Professionals like us at Saniservice use moisture meters, thermal imaging, and specialized lab analysis to identify the moisture source (likely a hidden pipe leak or condensation from year-round AC use) and the mold species.

Once the inspection report is complete, you can provide it to your landlord to facilitate the necessary repairs and remediation. For a confirmed case like this, call our certified experts at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. We will provide a comprehensive assessment and a remediation plan that follows Dubai Municipality guidelines to ensure your family's safety.