Is landlord responsible for AC mold in Dubai rental?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the UAE Civil Code (Federal Law No. 5 of 1985) and standard Dubai rental contracts (EJARI), the landlord is unequivocally responsible for the maintenance of the property's structure and its core systems, which includes the central air conditioning unit and its associated ducting. A leaking AC unit is a maintenance issue, and the resulting mold growth is a direct consequence of that failure. Therefore, your landlord is legally obligated to address both the source of the leak and the resultant mold contamination.

Given the extensive growth you've described, particularly in a closet where it can proliferate unseen, and the presence of a toddler (who is highly susceptible to mycotoxins and mold spores), this constitutes a serious health and safety issue. You must notify your landlord in writing immediately, detailing the problem and requesting urgent remediation. It is critical to document everything with photographs and dated communications.

Do not attempt to clean this yourself. Disturbing a large patch of black mold without proper containment and professional-grade PPE will aerosolize a massive amount of spores throughout your apartment, drastically increasing the inhalation risk. The humid Dubai climate and year-round AC use create a perfect environment for rapid mold regeneration if the moisture source is not professionally identified and eliminated.

A professional inspection is essential to assess the full extent of the contamination, identify the exact species of mold, and formulate a remediation plan that includes containment, air scrubbing, and hygienization of affected belongings. For immediate assistance with inspection and landlord-compliant remediation reports, I strongly recommend you contact the experts at Saniservice. Call 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule a comprehensive assessment.