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We've lived here for 2 years and just noticed these black specks spreading along the corner of our master bedroom wall, right behind the wardrobe. It's gotten worse since the last humid spell. I'm worried about our health and the damage, but I have no idea what it costs to get this professionally treated in an apartment in Jumeirah Lakes Towers. Is this a DIY job with bleach, or should I call a company, and what’s a reasonable price I should expect for a single room?
Posted by Julia Becker
Asked on April 12, 2026 10:05 pm
Based on the symptoms you've described—black specks spreading from a corner, exacerbated by high humidity, and located behind furniture—this is a classic case of concealed mold growth, likely due to a combination of Dubai's high ambient humidity and localized condensation issues from year-round AC operation. Behind a wardrobe, air circulation is severely restricted, creating a microclimate perfect for mold proliferation.

A DIY approach using bleach is strongly discouraged. Bleach is ineffective on porous surfaces like drywall and can exacerbate the problem by adding moisture. More critically, it does not address the underlying cause of the moisture. Disturbing the mold without proper containment and personal protective equipment can also cause a significant release of spores, worsening airborne contamination and potential health risks.

For a professional remediation in a Jumeirah Lakes Towers apartment, the cost is not a flat fee but is determined by the extent of contamination. A single affected wall in a bedroom typically ranges from AED 1,500 to AED 3,500. This professional service includes: initial moisture mapping to find the source, setting up containment to prevent cross-contamination, HEPA-filtered air scrubbing, safe removal of affected materials, application of EPA-approved fungicidal solutions, and finally, post-remediation verification to ensure the spore count is returned to safe levels.

The first and most critical step is a professional inspection to assess the full scope. We recommend you contact our certified team for a detailed assessment and quote. Call 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. Saniservice specializes in resolving such issues in accordance with Dubai Municipality's health and environmental standards.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 15, 2026 1:04 pm