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After the heavy smoke from nearby construction work filled our living room a few days ago, both my husband and I have been experiencing persistent headaches and stuffy noses. It’s really concerning because we’ve only been noticing these symptoms since then. Have anyone else experienced similar issues due to construction smoke in Dubai? Could this be affecting our long-term health, or is it just temporary discomfort?
Posted by James Miller
Asked on January 1, 2026 5:54 pm
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Yeah, i've heard from quite a few folks who have experienced similar issues to what u're going through. The construction smoke can be really nasty stuff, filled with all sorts of particulates that ain't good for your health. In dubai and the uae, we do have some specific regulations in place when it comes to construction dust and emissions but unfortunately, not everything is perfect.

The symptoms you've described - like persistent headaches and a stuffy nose - could be temporary discomfort or they might indicate something more serious. It's really important to keep an eye on your health during such times. If the smoke has been lingering in your home for days now, it can start to have some real effects on your respiratory system as well as your overall well-being.

Now, here’s what i recommend: if you're experiencing these symptoms and they don’t clear up after a few days, i’d definitely suggest giving us a call at 800-MOLDS or shoot me an email at hello@saniservice.com. We can send over one of our professionals to do a thorough inspection of your home to make sure there's no lingering contamination that could be harmful.

In the meantime, try to keep windows and doors closed as much as possible, use air purifiers if you have them, and maybe consider getting an indoor plant or two - they help filter out some of those particulates. Also, try to avoid staying in your living room during peak construction times if you can.

Remember, while the short-term effects might be uncomfortable, it's crucial to address any potential long-term health risks early on. Construction smoke can contain all sorts of stuff that isn't great for breathing - things like dust, mold spores, and even some toxic chemicals. We've seen cases where folks didn't take such issues seriously enough, only to find out later they were dealing with more severe health concerns.

So yeah, don’t wait it out if you feel something ain't right. Get in touch and we’ll sort things out for you.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on January 6, 2026 2:30 pm