Is mold in wardrobe causing my kids' coughing?« Back to Previous Page

Based on your description, it is highly probable that the mold growth in the wardrobe is contributing to your children's persistent coughing. The fuzzy black spots are likely a type of mold, and its spores become airborne when disturbed, acting as a potent respiratory irritant. This is especially concerning for children, who have more sensitive airways.

The dampness you've noticed is the key factor. In Dubai's climate, the combination of high external humidity and the constant use of air conditioning creates significant temperature differentials. This leads to condensation in less-ventilated spaces like spare rooms or closed wardrobes, providing the perfect environment for mold to thrive on organic materials such as cotton and wool.

For your safety, do not attempt to clean the affected sweaters yourself. Disturbing the mold will aerosolize a high concentration of spores, potentially worsening your children's symptoms and contaminating other areas of your home. The safest initial step is to carefully seal the moldy items in a plastic bag and remove them from the home for professional cleaning or disposal.

The situation you describe—visible growth and associated health symptoms—warrants a professional inspection. DIY cleaning is insufficient as it addresses only the surface growth and not the underlying moisture issue or hidden spores. Our certified inspectors use moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras to identify the exact source of the dampness and assess the full extent of the contamination.

For a thorough assessment and safe remediation that complies with Dubai Municipality's health and safety standards, I strongly recommend you contact our team. Please call Saniservice at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule an inspection.