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My kids have been coughing non-stop for the past month, and we can't figure out why. I just pulled out a box of old winter clothes from the storage cupboard under our stairs in Jumeirah and found a bunch of them covered in black spots, and the whole space smells damp. I’m really worried the mold might have spread into the air and is making them sick. What’s the best way to get a thorough mold inspection done here to find the source and check the air quality?
Posted by Ibrahim Al-Hashim
Asked on April 4, 2026 4:10 am
A professional mold inspection is strongly recommended, given the persistent coughs and visible mold growth. The damp storage cupboard is a clear moisture source, and in Dubai's humid climate, spores can easily become airborne and circulate through your home's AC system, irritating respiratory systems.

Look for a provider that conducts a comprehensive assessment, not just a quick look. The inspection should include moisture mapping with thermal imaging to find hidden dampness in walls or under floors, air quality testing to identify spore types and concentrations in different rooms, and surface sampling of the mold itself. Crucially, the inspection must identify the root cause of the moisture—whether it's a small leak, condensation from AC ducts, or humidity seepage—as fixing this is the only way to prevent recurrence.

Ensure the company provides a detailed written report with lab results from a certified microbiology lab, which will specify the mold species present. This documented evidence is vital, especially if remediation work is needed, as it proves the problem existed and can be used to verify the cleanup was successful. For health-related cases like yours, avoid companies that only offer cleaning without a diagnostic phase; the goal is to find all affected areas, not just the visible ones.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 5, 2026 11:50 pm