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The AC in my apartment in Jumeirah Village Circle has been making this weird damp smell for the last month, and ever since, my husband and I have had constant sore throats and stuffy noses. I finally took a look at the unit in the ceiling and the coil looks absolutely filthy, covered in a thick layer of grey dust and what looks like black mould spots. I’m really worried this is what’s making us sick. **Can anyone recommend a trustworthy and thorough company that actually removes the mould properly, not just a quick spray, and how urgent is this to get fixed?**
Posted by Neha Thakur
Asked on April 10, 2026 12:00 pm
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A filthy evaporator coil with visible mould is almost certainly the source of your symptoms and needs immediate attention. The damp smell indicates microbial growth, and the constant AC use in Dubai's climate recirculates those spores and volatile organic compounds, directly irritating your respiratory system.

For a proper remediation, you need a company that performs a full chemical or steam clean of the coil itself, not just an antimicrobial spray that masks the issue. A thorough service will physically remove the biofilm and debris, which is the only way to eliminate the food source for mould. The best providers will use a camera to show you the before-and-after condition of the coil inside the unit, as a clean exterior vent means nothing.

Look for a provider with documented methodologies, such as NADCA-certified technicians or those using industry-standard procedures. They should be able to explain their process for accessing and cleaning the coil and air handler. Any reputable company will also be able to arrange for a post-cleaning surface swab test from an accredited lab to verify the mould load has been reduced to a safe level.

Given your symptoms and the visible growth, this is urgent. I would prioritize getting an assessment and cleaning within the week. Until then, try to ventilate your apartment when the outside air quality permits and consider using a portable HEPA air purifier in the bedroom to reduce your exposure while you sleep.
Posted by Sani Admin
Answered on April 13, 2026 6:09 am