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My kids have been coughing non-stop for the past two weeks and their eyes are always watery, especially in their bedroom. I finally pulled their bed away from the wall and found a huge patch of black mold hidden behind it, probably from the AC unit’s condensation leak we never noticed. We’ve lived in this Jumeirah villa for 2 years and just noticed this. How urgently do I need to get this professionally cleaned, and should I take them to a doctor for this specific type of exposure?
Posted by Deepa Reddy
Asked on May 10, 2026 1:20 am
Yes, this requires immediate professional cleaning and a pediatrician visit. In Dubai's high humidity with year-round AC use, hidden condensation leaks are common and can quickly lead to extensive mold growth like this. The type of mold matters; Stachybotrys (often called "black mold") and others can produce mycotoxins that cause the respiratory and ocular symptoms you're describing.

You should have them seen by a doctor and mention the specific mold exposure. A professional mold inspection is critical here, as the visible patch is likely just a fraction of the total growth inside the wall cavity from the long-term leak. Remediation involves fixing the AC condensation drain line, removing contaminated materials under containment, and verifying the air quality is safe with post-remediation testing. Do not attempt to clean it yourself, as improper methods aerosolize spores and can worsen the contamination throughout the house.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on May 11, 2026 1:50 pm