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My kids have been coughing non-stop and waking up with stuffy noses for the last month, and I finally decided to check behind the wardrobe in their bedroom. I found a patch of black and green mold spreading on the wall, probably from a slow leak in the AC unit. What's the average cost for a professional to properly remove this and treat the area in a 2-bedroom apartment in Jumeirah?
Posted by Jose Russo
Asked on March 12, 2026 10:42 am
Ah, a very common issue here in Jumeirah, especially with our high humidity and reliance on AC systems. Finding mold behind furniture is a classic sign of a condensation problem from a leaking AC drain line or a poorly insulated external wall.

The cost for professional mold remediation in your 2-bedroom apartment isn't a single flat fee; it's based on the severity and the square footage affected. From what you've described—a patch behind a wardrobe—you're likely looking at a localized remediation project. On average, for a contained area like that, costs can range from AED 1,500 to AED 4,000.

However, this is a critical point: that visible patch is often just the tip of the iceberg. The spores travel through the air and can colonize within the AC ductwork itself, which is probably why your kids are experiencing those respiratory symptoms. A proper remediation isn't just wiping the wall. It involves:

1. Containment of the area with negative air pressure to prevent cross-contamination.
2. HEPA vacuuming and antimicrobial treatment of the surface and surrounding areas.
3. Crucially, inspecting and likely hygienizing the entire AC system. This is a UAE-specific requirement for thoroughness, as per Dubai Municipality guidelines, to ensure the problem doesn't recur and air quality is restored.

For a full assessment of the extent and a firm quote, a professional inspection is absolutely mandatory. We need to check the wall cavity and the AC unit. Don't attempt to remove it yourself, as disturbing it will aerosolize the spores and make the air quality worse.

For an accurate quote and to get your kids breathing easy again, please call our specialists at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com for a detailed assessment. We serve Jumeirah daily.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 14, 2026 9:07 pm