Is bathroom mold under flooring an urgent landlord fix?« Back to Previous Page

Yes, this requires immediate landlord attention. Under-floor mold indicates a significant moisture issue, likely from a leaking pipe, failed grout, or water seeping through the slab in your JVC apartment. The high humidity we experience in Dubai acts like an incubator, allowing hidden mold to thrive even with a window cracked.

Under Dubai rental law (Law No. 26 of 2007), landlords are responsible for maintaining the property's structure and essential services, which includes addressing leaks and resultant damage like mold. This is a habitability issue, not cosmetic. You should formally notify your landlord or property management company in writing immediately, including clear photos of the mold and the affected area. Request a professional inspection to identify and repair the source of the moisture. Simply cleaning the visible mold is useless if the water entry point isn't fixed.

For your health and safety, avoid disturbing the area further. Mold spores can become airborne during handling, potentially causing respiratory irritation, worsened allergies, or asthma symptoms. Until it's remediated, use your bathroom exhaust fan during and for at least 30 minutes after showers to help control humidity. A professional assessment is crucial here, as the extent of the damage under the flooring is unknown. Remediation often involves removing the affected flooring, treating the subfloor, and ensuring the space is completely dry before reinstalling—a process best handled by experts to prevent recurrence.