Should I hire a professional for large mold in Dubai?« Back to Previous Page

My kids have been coughing and I suspect it's from the black fuzzy spots I just found behind the wardrobe in our master bedroom in Jumeirah. It must have been growing there for ages, hidden by the furniture, and it's spread to a patch about the size of a dinner plate on the wall. I’m worried about the health risks and the damage to the apartment. For a problem this big, should I hire a professional mold remediation company here in Dubai, and roughly how much would that cost for a single room?
Posted by Ryo Choi
Asked on April 5, 2026 9:40 am
Yes, you should hire a professional for a patch that size, especially given the health symptoms. In Dubai's humid climate, hidden mold behind furniture is a common issue caused by condensation and lack of air circulation. The fuzzy black spots indicate active growth, and disturbing it yourself risks spreading a high concentration of spores throughout your home, which can exacerbate your children's coughing.

A proper remediation involves more than just wiping the wall. Professionals will first contain the area with physical barriers and negative air pressure to prevent cross-contamination. They then safely remove the moldy materials, HEPA vacuum the vicinity, and treat the area with antimicrobial solutions. The underlying cause, likely condensation from the exterior wall or a hidden humidity source, must also be identified and corrected to prevent immediate recurrence.

For a single room, the cost is not fixed and depends heavily on the extent of the damage behind the surface. It will be higher if the drywall or plaster needs to be cut out and replaced. Always request a detailed assessment and a scope of work that includes containment procedures, removal methods, and a post-remediation verification test from an independent lab to confirm the spore count has returned to normal levels. This verification is the only way to be certain the problem is resolved.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 5, 2026 5:53 pm