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The AC in our bedroom in our Jumeirah villa seems to be leaking into the wall, and now we’ve discovered a large patch of black mold behind the wardrobe. We’ve been ignoring a weird damp smell for a couple of months, but it’s clearly gotten worse since the humidity spiked. I’m worried about my family’s health and the damage to the property. For a problem this size, are we talking hundreds or thousands of dirhams for a professional mold remediation company to fix it properly?
Posted by Brittany Wright
Asked on March 27, 2026 8:14 am
Based on your description of a significant mold growth behind a wardrobe due to an AC leak in your Jumeirah villa, this is a serious issue that requires immediate professional attention. For a problem of this scale, you are absolutely looking at a remediation cost in the thousands of dirhams, not hundreds.

The cost is not just for removing the visible mold. A certified remediation company, like Saniservice, must follow a strict protocol. This includes: isolating the contaminated area with negative air pressure to prevent cross-contamination, safely removing the affected building materials (drywall, insulation), HEPA vacuuming, and chemically treating all surfaces with EPA-approved fungicides. Crucially, the root cause—the AC leak—must be identified and repaired by a certified HVAC technician to prevent immediate recurrence. In Dubai's high-humidity climate, unresolved moisture issues guarantee that mold will return rapidly.

Given the potential health risks from mycotoxin exposure and the structural damage mold can cause, a professional inspection is non-negotiable. We must test to identify the species and the full extent of the infestation, which often spreads far beyond what is visible.

For a proper assessment and quote, I strongly recommend you contact our specialists. Call 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule a comprehensive inspection. We will provide a detailed scope of work and a transparent quotation to resolve this safely and permanently.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 29, 2026 7:47 pm