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My kids have been coughing and I suspect it’s from the black mold I just found behind the wardrobe in our master bedroom in our Discovery Gardens apartment. It’s a pretty big patch, maybe two feet wide, and the wall feels damp to the touch. I’m worried about the health risks and trying to figure out if this is something I can clean myself with bleach or if I absolutely need to call a professional. For a job like this, what’s the realistic cost range to get it professionally removed and treated in Dubai?
Posted by Aisha Al-Ahmad
Asked on March 24, 2026 2:57 pm
Based on your description, this is a serious situation that requires immediate professional attention. The combination of a two-foot patch, visible black mold, dampness in the wall, and correlating health symptoms in children strongly indicates an active infestation that is likely more extensive than what is visible. The dampness suggests an ongoing moisture issue, which in Dubai's climate is often due to condensation from AC units, a leaking pipe within the wall, or moisture wicking from the building envelope.

Attempting to clean this with bleach is highly inadvisable. Bleach is ineffective on porous surfaces like drywall and concrete, as it only bleaches the surface mold while leaving the roots intact. More critically, improper disturbance releases a massive amount of mycotoxins and spores into the air, drastically increasing your family's exposure and potentially contaminating your entire apartment's HVAC system.

For a case like this in Discovery Gardens, professional remediation is not just recommended—it is essential. The process involves: 1) Containment and negative air pressure to prevent cross-contamination, 2) Identifying and resolving the moisture source, 3) Safe removal of affected porous materials (drywall, insulation), 4) HEPA vacuuming and antimicrobial treatment of the area, and 5) Post-remediation verification to ensure the environment is safe.

The cost for professional mold remediation in Dubai for a job of this suspected scale typically ranges from AED 2,500 to AED 7,000+. This range depends on the extent of the infestation once the wall is opened, the time required for drying, and the complexity of the moisture source resolution. Given the health risks to your children, I strongly advise against DIY. For an immediate inspection and accurate quote, you should call a certified specialist. Contact Saniservice at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or hello@saniservice.com. Their team can conduct a comprehensive assessment, including moisture mapping and air quality testing, to provide a precise scope of work and cost.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on March 26, 2026 9:11 pm