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Our bedroom closet in our Mirdif villa has developed black spots on the back wall, and our clothes have started to smell damp. It's been like this since the heavy humidity a couple of weeks ago, and I'm worried it's spreading. I've tried wiping it down with vinegar, but it just came back. Should I call a professional mold removal company, and roughly how much would it cost to treat a walk-in closet?
Posted by Samantha Garcia
Asked on April 4, 2026 4:10 pm
Treating mold in a Dubai villa closet typically requires professional remediation, especially since you've already attempted cleaning and it has returned. The cost is not fixed and depends heavily on the extent of the hidden growth. For a walk-in closet, the primary cost drivers are whether the mold has penetrated the drywall or insulation and if the moisture source is an internal condensation issue or an external leak.

In Mirdif, the recent humidity likely caused condensation on the cooler wall behind the closet, especially if it's an exterior wall chilled by constant AC. This creates a perfect environment for mold. Wiping surface mold with vinegar addresses the symptom, not the root cause of the moisture.

A proper remediation involves isolating the area, removing contaminated porous materials like damaged drywall, HEPA vacuuming, and antimicrobial treatment. For a standard-sized walk-in closet where the mold is surface-level on paint, the process is less invasive. If it has spread into the wall cavity, the scope and cost increase significantly.

You should first get a professional inspection from a company with a microbiology lab to identify the species and moisture source. They can then provide a scope of work and a accurate quotation. Always request a detailed quote that breaks down the investigation, containment, removal, and post-remediation verification testing. Avoid companies that give a firm price without first diagnosing the hidden extent of the problem.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 4, 2026 7:32 pm