Could mold be causing my kids' constant sickness?« Back to Previous Page

Yes, the mold you discovered is very likely contributing to your children's persistent coughing and headaches. The types of mold commonly found in humid climates like Dubai, such as Cladosporium or Aspergillus, are known respiratory irritants. Their symptoms are a classic reaction to prolonged exposure to mold spores in the air.

Your first step is to stop the exposure immediately. Keep the children out of that room and close the door. Do not attempt to clean it yourself, as disturbing it will aerosolize a massive number of spores throughout your home. The priority is to identify and fix the moisture source. In a Jumeirah villa, the most common causes are a hidden plumbing leak in the wall or, more frequently, condensation buildup from an AC unit whose cold air is meeting the humid outdoor air seeping in through a poorly sealed window or door frame.

For a case of this size and with health symptoms already present, a professional inspection is strongly advised. They will use moisture meters and thermal imaging to find the exact water source hidden within the structure. Remediation must address both the visible mold and its root cause; otherwise, it will return quickly. A proper remediation team will contain the area, use HEPA filtration to capture spores, and remove contaminated materials. Following remediation, a post-clearance test from an independent lab is the only way to verify the air quality is safe again for your family.