Safest way to treat mold with asthmatic child?« Back to Previous Page

Evacuate the room immediately and keep the door closed. Do not attempt to clean it yourself, as disturbing the mold will release a massive amount of spores that can severely aggravate your child's asthma. The damp wall indicates an active moisture source that must be addressed first.

For a case involving asthma and structural dampness, professional remediation is the only safe option. Look for a company that follows IICRC S520 standards for mold remediation. They will set up containment with negative air pressure to prevent spores from spreading to other parts of your home during the removal process. The entire family, especially your asthmatic child, must be out of the home during the actual abatement.

In Dubai, this is almost always caused by a hidden leak from an AC condensate drain pipe, a leaking shower recess, or capillary rising damp—all exacerbated by our high humidity. The remediation team must find and fix this moisture source; otherwise, the mold will return quickly.

After remediation, request a clearance test from an independent third-party to verify spore counts inside the contained area have returned to normal ambient levels before anyone reoccupies the room. This is a critical step for an asthmatic's safety that provides verifiable proof the job was done correctly.