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My kids have been coughing for the past two weeks and I just found patches of black mould behind their bedroom wardrobe, which is on an outside wall. It’s been so humid lately that the walls feel slightly damp. What’s the safest and fastest way to get rid of this to protect my family?
Posted by Richard Wright
Asked on April 9, 2026 9:46 am
As a certified mold remediation specialist operating in Dubai, your situation is unfortunately very common due to our extreme climate. The combination of high outdoor humidity and year-round air conditioning creates significant temperature differentials, leading to condensation on cold surfaces like external walls. This trapped moisture behind furniture, such as a wardrobe, is a prime breeding ground for Stachybotrys chartarum (black mold), which can cause respiratory irritation, particularly in children.

Given the health symptoms and the location on an outside wall, I must strongly recommend against a DIY removal. Disturbing the mold colony without proper containment will aerosolize the mycotoxins and spores, potentially spreading them throughout your HVAC system and worsening the indoor air quality. The safest and fastest method is professional remediation.

A certified team, like ours at Saniservice, follows a strict protocol: First, we conduct a thorough inspection and air quality testing to identify the species and spore count. We then set up critical containment barriers with negative air pressure machines (air scrubbers with HEPA filtration) to isolate the affected area. The mold is treated with EPA-approved, non-toxic biocides, carefully removed, and the underlying cause—likely condensation from thermal bridging in the wall—is addressed. We also apply antimicrobial coatings to prevent recurrence.

This is not just about cleaning a patch; it's about solving the moisture problem and ensuring your family's safety. For immediate action, I advise moving the children to another room and avoiding the affected area.

For a professional assessment and remediation in line with Dubai Municipality's public health guidelines, please contact our team. We can be reached at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or via email at hello@saniservice.com for a consultation.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 11, 2026 10:10 am