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My kids have been coughing non-stop and getting headaches ever since we got back from our summer holiday. We’re in a villa in Mirdif, and I just discovered a huge patch of black mold behind the wardrobe in the master bedroom, probably from all the humidity while we were away. What’s the fastest way to deal with this to make sure it’s not making them sick?
Posted by Giulia Petit
Asked on March 28, 2026 6:27 am
Based on your description, this is a serious situation that requires immediate and professional intervention. The symptoms you describe in your children are consistent with exposure to mycotoxins from Stachybotrys chartarum (black mold). The UAE's high humidity, especially during the summer when A/C units may be set to a minimum while residents are away, creates a perfect environment for rapid mold colonization behind furniture and in poorly ventilated areas.

The fastest and safest way to address this is not a DIY solution. Disturbing the mold colony during cleaning will aerosolize millions of spores and mycotoxins, significantly increasing the airborne contamination and potentially worsening your children's health. The "fastest" method is actually the most thorough one: professional remediation.

In Dubai, remediation must adhere to strict guidelines. Our certified team at Saniservice follows a precise protocol: first, we set up critical containment using negative air pressure machines with HEPA filtration to prevent cross-contamination. The affected materials are then carefully removed and disposed of according to local regulations. The entire area is then treated with EPA-approved, non-toxic antimicrobial agents. Finally, we utilize industrial-grade HEPA air scrubbers to purify the air of any remaining particulate. A post-remediation verification test is essential to confirm the spore count has returned to safe, ambient levels.

For the health of your family, I strongly recommend you cease any attempt to clean it yourself and contact a professional immediately. Call Saniservice at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com for an emergency inspection and remediation plan. We can assess the full extent of the problem, which is often greater than what is initially visible, and resolve it safely and permanently.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 30, 2026 7:30 am