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My ensuite bathroom in our Jumeirah apartment has had this musty smell for weeks, and I've just found black spots spreading in the grout between the wall tiles and around the window frame. We run the exhaust fan but the humidity just doesn't seem to go away. Is this something I can tackle myself with a bleach spray from the supermarket, or is it time to call in a professional, and if so, what’s the typical cost for a proper mold removal job here in Dubai?
Posted by Timothy Martin
Asked on April 2, 2026 8:45 am
Small black spots in grout are often surface mold from high humidity. For a small area, a thorough DIY cleaning with a dedicated fungicidal cleaner (not just bleach, which only removes surface color) can be effective. Scrub the grout, ensure the exhaust fan is working properly, and wipe down wet surfaces after showers to manage moisture.

However, the musty smell and spread around the window frame suggest a persistent moisture issue that DIY cleaning won't fix. In Dubai's climate, hidden condensation within walls or a faulty seal is common. This requires professional assessment to find and address the root cause, preventing rapid regrowth.

A proper remediation involves isolating the area, removing contaminated materials like porous grout or drywall if necessary, and using industrial-grade antimicrobial treatments. For an ensuite bathroom, expect an inspection and basic treatment to start in the range of a few hundred to over a thousand dirhams, depending on the extent. The final cost is determined by the scope of work needed to solve the moisture problem, not just remove visible mold.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 3, 2026 9:58 am