Fastest professional black mold removal in Dubai for asthma?« Back to Previous Page

My kids have been coughing non-stop since we got back from the summer break, and I’ve just found patches of black mold behind their bedroom wardrobe, which is on the wall facing the building's hallway. I’m really worried this is what’s making them sick, especially with the younger one’s asthma. What’s the fastest and safest way to get this professionally treated in Dubai without having to move the whole family out for weeks?
Posted by Faisal El-Sayed
Asked on May 8, 2026 12:25 pm
The black mold you've found is very likely contributing to your children's coughing and asthma symptoms, especially given Dubai's high humidity and the condensation that can form on walls facing cooler building hallways. The fastest professional approach involves containment and removal, not just surface cleaning.

For asthma cases, the safest method is source removal by a certified mold remediation company. They will seal off the bedroom with plastic sheeting, use negative air pressure machines to prevent spores from spreading, and physically remove the contaminated materials (like the drywall behind the wardrobe). HEPA vacuuming and antimicrobial treatments follow. This entire process for a single room can often be completed within 1-3 days. You would need to relocate the children for this short duration, but the whole family may not need to leave the home.

Look for a provider that follows IICRC S520 standards for mold remediation and can provide a post-clearance test from an independent lab to verify the air quality is safe before you move the children back in. This is critical for asthmatics. To prevent recurrence, they should also identify and address the moisture source—often condensation from the temperature differential or a small plumbing leak. A professional inspection can pinpoint this.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on May 10, 2026 12:31 am