Is black mold making my kids sick? How to fix?« Back to Previous Page

Black mold exposure can certainly cause persistent coughing and respiratory irritation, especially in children. The high humidity in Deira apartments, combined with condensation from year-round AC use and furniture placed against walls, creates ideal conditions for this hidden growth.

Your first step is to isolate the area. Keep the children out of the room and ensure good ventilation by opening windows if outdoor humidity is low. Do not attempt to scrub the mold yourself, as this can aerosolize spores and worsen the problem. For a patch of significant size, professional remediation is the safest option to properly contain and remove the bio-contamination. In Dubai, look for providers who follow DM and DHA guidelines for mold removal, which include containment procedures and HEPA filtration to prevent cross-contamination.

After remediation, identify and fix the moisture source. It's often condensation from an AC unit set too cold, a plumbing leak in the wall, or inadequate ventilation. Using a dehumidifier can help maintain indoor humidity below 60%, a level that inhibits mold regrowth.

Given the health symptoms, a post-remediation verification test from an independent microbiology lab is advisable to confirm the spore count in the air has returned to safe levels. This provides peace of mind that the environment is healthy for your family.