Landlord responsible for mold after ignored leak report?« Back to Previous Page

Based on Dubai and UAE tenancy law, specifically Law No. 26 of 2007, the landlord is unequivocally responsible for the maintenance of the property's structure and key systems, including the AC unit and any resultant damage from their failure to act. Since you have documented evidence of reporting the leak a month ago, their liability is significantly increased.

The maintenance guy merely wiping the leak was a clear failure to address the source, which is the root cause of the mold growth. This mold is a direct consequence of their negligence, not your actions. You are not responsible for the cleanup costs in this scenario.

For a case of this magnitude, a professional inspection is critical. We need to assess the extent of the mold behind the wall, which is often far worse than what's visible, and perform air quality testing to determine spore counts. This official report will be your strongest evidence when dealing with the landlord, as it documents the severity and links it directly to the unrepaired leak.

My urgent advice is to formally notify your landlord in writing (email is best for a paper trail) about the mold, referencing your initial report. Then, call a professional team for a comprehensive inspection. We can provide the detailed report you need to compel the landlord to perform and pay for the proper remediation, which involves fixing the AC leak, removing contaminated materials like your clothes, and full hygienization of the area.

For immediate assistance with inspection and documentation, call our experts at 800-MOLDS or email hello@saniservice.com. Do not attempt to disturb the mold yourself, as this can aerosolize toxic spores and worsen the situation.