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My kids have been having this persistent dry cough and runny noses for the past couple of months, and it's worse in their bedrooms. I've just pulled out a storage box from the back of the built-in wardrobe in our Deira apartment and found a patch of black, fuzzy mold on the wall behind it. What kind of professional in Dubai should I call to properly inspect the whole room and make sure it's safe?
Posted by Brittany Walker
Asked on April 18, 2026 4:00 pm
Call an indoor environmental professional or a certified mold inspector, not a general handyman. In Dubai, humidity and year-round AC use create perfect conditions for mold behind furniture and inside wardrobes where air doesn't circulate.

A proper inspection involves more than a visual check. The professional should use a moisture meter to find hidden dampness in walls and a thermal camera to detect temperature differences indicating condensation. For health concerns like persistent coughs, air and surface sampling sent to an accredited microbiology lab (like the one we operate) is crucial. This identifies the mold species and spore count, confirming if it's a common irritant or something more concerning.

Ensure they provide a full report with the lab analysis and a remediation protocol. This document is essential for your landlord, as Dubai Municipality standards hold them responsible for fixing the source of moisture, like a leaking pipe or inadequate insulation, which is often the root cause in Deira's older buildings.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 21, 2026 6:41 am