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Based on your description of a persistent damp smell and fuzzy black spots on an exterior wall in a Marina apartment, this is a strong indication of active mold growth, a common issue in Dubai due to the high humidity, especially after recent weather, and year-round AC use which can create condensation points.

You should call your building management or landlord first. By law in Dubai, the responsibility for addressing structural issues that lead to mold, such as leaks in external walls or faulty insulation, typically falls on the property owner. They need to be notified immediately to inspect and rectify the root cause, which is likely a hidden water intrusion. Simply cleaning the visible mold without fixing the source will lead to its rapid return.

Concurrently, I strongly recommend you seek a professional environmental inspection from a company like Saniservice. Building management will fix the leak, but they are not specialists in mold assessment or safe remediation. Our certified inspectors use moisture meters and thermal imaging to locate the exact extent of the hidden moisture and perform air quality tests to identify the spore types, which is crucial for determining the correct remediation protocol. Attempting to clean it yourself can disturb the spores, causing them to become airborne and spread throughout your apartment, potentially affecting your health.

For a proper assessment and a safe, guaranteed remediation plan, please contact our experts. Call us at 800-66537 or email hello@saniservice.com. We can coordinate with your building management to ensure the problem is solved completely and safely.