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The black mold behind your sofa is very likely causing those persistent coughs and headaches, especially in children. In Dubai's humid climate, AC condensation leaks create ideal conditions for mold growth, and the spores become airborne irritants. The fastest way to protect your family is to immediately address both the moisture source and the contamination.

First, stop the leak. Have an AC technician repair the clogged or damaged condensation drain line—this is the root cause. Until it's fixed, the mold will return. For the existing growth, do not attempt to clean it yourself. Disturbing it will aerosolize a high concentration of spores, potentially worsening your family's symptoms. Serious, visible growth like this requires professional remediation.

Look for a company that follows IICRC S520 standards for mold remediation. They will seal off the area, use HEPA filtration to capture spores, safely remove the contaminated materials (like sections of drywall or insulation), and treat the area with antimicrobial solutions. Crucially, they should provide a post-remediation verification (PRV) report, often from a third-party lab, to confirm the spore count in your air has returned to safe levels. This verifiable evidence is key to ensuring the problem is truly resolved.

While arranging for professionals, increase ventilation in the room by opening windows if possible and run a dehumidifier. Keep your family, especially the children, out of the affected room until the remediation is complete and verified.