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Call a certified indoor environmental professional or a specialized HVAC remediation company, not a general handyman. In Dubai, look for providers with DHA-approved sanitization certifications and experience specifically with mold in AC systems. They should perform a full assessment, not just a surface clean.

Given the visible growth inside the unit and on the wall, the system and the building materials are contaminated. A proper remediation involves isolating the area, removing the moldy drywall/insulation, and a deep clean of the AC’s internal evaporator coils and drip pan with EPA-approved biocides. They must also identify and fix the root cause of the leak to prevent immediate recurrence.

The persistent headaches and congestion you describe are common reactions to prolonged exposure to mold spores from an AC unit, which aerosolizes them throughout the room. An inspection will determine if the AC unit itself can be salvaged. If the mold has infiltrated the insulation inside the unit or the internal ducts are heavily contaminated, replacement is often more effective and safer than attempting a clean.

Always request a post-remediation verification test from an independent third party to confirm spore counts have returned to acceptable indoor levels before considering the job complete. This is the only way to know the health hazard has been resolved.