Mold in bedroom making kids sick, how to remove safely?« Back to Previous Page

In older Jumeirah buildings, the combination of high humidity and temperature fluctuations creates ideal conditions for mold growth, often due to condensation from AC units or slow leaks. The black spots behind the wardrobe and your children's increased coughing are likely connected, as mold spores are a common irritant.

For a family with young children, safety is the priority. Do not attempt to remove it yourself, as this can aerosolize a high concentration of spores. The fastest and safest approach is a professional inspection and remediation. A certified inspector will identify the moisture source—often a leaking pipe, rising damp, or condensation—and take air and surface samples for lab analysis to confirm the mold type and concentration. In Dubai, remediation companies should follow standards like the IICRC S520 for mold removal, which includes sealing off the area, using HEPA filtration to clean the air, and safely removing contaminated materials.

Ensure the company you hire provides a post-remediation verification report, which is a lab test confirming spore counts are back to normal indoor levels. This is the only way to verify the job was done correctly. To manage humidity long-term, maintain your AC to prevent condensation and consider using a dehumidifier, especially during the more humid months.