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The AC in my bedroom has been leaking a bit onto the carpet for a couple of weeks and I just pulled the corner back to find a bunch of black and greenish mold spreading underneath. We’ve had the windows closed because of the heat and I’m worried we’re breathing this in every night. How urgent is it that I get a professional to deal with this, or can I handle it myself with a trip to ACE?
Posted by Lakshmi Bose
Asked on April 15, 2026 9:50 am
This is an extremely urgent situation that requires immediate professional attention. The combination of a persistent AC leak, porous carpeting, and Dubai's high ambient humidity has created a perfect incubator for mold growth. The fact that you can see visible black and green colonies means the infestation is well-established.

Breathing in mold spores in an enclosed space like a bedroom, especially while sleeping, poses significant health risks, including allergic reactions, respiratory issues, and exacerbation of asthma. Do not attempt to handle this yourself with store-bought solutions. Disturbing the carpet will aerosolize a massive amount of spores, contaminating your entire living space and HVAC system. Consumer-grade fungicides are ineffective on porous materials and often only bleach the visible surface, leaving the root system intact.

The leak must be repaired by an HVAC technician to eliminate the moisture source first. Then, a certified mold remediation company like Saniservice must conduct the cleanup. This involves advanced containment procedures, HEPA filtration, and specialized antimicrobial treatments to safely remove the contaminated carpet and padding and remediate the subfloor. We follow strict guidelines to ensure complete removal and post-remediation verification testing.

Given the acute exposure risk, I strongly recommend you contact a professional immediately. Call Saniservice at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com for a comprehensive inspection and emergency remediation plan.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 17, 2026 10:47 pm