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For the past month, we've been dealing with a persistent damp smell coming from the walk-in closet in our master bedroom in Jumeirah. My husband has started waking up with a stuffy nose and itchy eyes, which seem to get better when he's at the office all day. I finally pulled out a stack of winter clothes stored in the back and found several sweaters with fuzzy black spots on them. **Is it worth hiring a professional mold inspector for this, or can I just clean it myself with vinegar?**
Posted by Yuna Nakamura
Asked on March 23, 2026 12:50 am
Based on the symptoms you've described—persistent damp smell, visible black spots on belongings, and the correlation of your husband's allergic symptoms (stuffy nose, itchy eyes) with time spent in the home—this is a clear indicator that professional mold inspection is not just recommended, but necessary.

In Dubai's climate, the combination of high external humidity and year-round air conditioning creates significant potential for condensation, especially in poorly ventilated, enclosed spaces like closets. The mold growth you see on the sweaters is likely just the tip of the iceberg; the root moisture problem is probably within the wall cavity or under the flooring. A DIY approach with vinegar will only address surface-level contamination and will fail to identify and resolve the underlying cause, leading to rapid regrowth.

Our certified inspectors use specialized tools such as thermal imaging cameras to detect hidden moisture and calibrated air pumps to conduct spore trap sampling. This quantifies the airborne spore count inside the closet versus the outdoor air, providing objective data on the severity of the contamination. This scientific approach is crucial, as the species of mold (e.g., Cladosporium vs. the more hazardous Stachybotrys) dictates the required remediation protocol. Furthermore, all our procedures align with the strict hygiene and environmental standards expected in the UAE.

For a definitive diagnosis and a permanent solution, I strongly advise against cleaning it yourself. Contact our team at Saniservice for a comprehensive inspection. Call us at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule an assessment.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 26, 2026 12:11 am