AC mold in bedroom: landlord's responsibility in Dubai?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the scenario you've described, the presence of mold due to an AC unit leaking is a serious matter that is almost certainly the legal responsibility of your landlord to rectify. Under Dubai rental law (Law No. 26 of 2007), landlords are obligated to ensure the property is habitable and to conduct all necessary maintenance to keep it in good condition. A malfunctioning AC system that causes water damage and subsequent mold growth directly violates this obligation, as it constitutes a structural and environmental health issue.

The black and green fuzzy growth indicates active colonization. Given Dubai's high humidity levels and the constant use of AC systems, your concern that it has spread inside the wall cavity is valid. Mold spores travel easily through air currents and can proliferate unseen on the back of drywall, within insulation, and in the ductwork. Simply wiping the visible patch is a temporary and ineffective solution; the moisture source must be stopped and the full extent of contamination professionally assessed.

The fastest and most effective way to resolve this is to formally notify your landlord in writing of the issue, citing your concerns about habitability and health. Simultaneously, I strongly recommend you engage a professional mold inspection company like Saniservice. Our certified experts use thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters to detect hidden dampness and perform air and surface sampling to identify the spore types and concentration levels. This provides a scientific report that can be presented to your landlord, outlining the necessary scope of remediation work.

For a situation involving potential wall cavity contamination, the remediation process will likely involve controlled demolition, HEPA vacuuming, antimicrobial application, and addressing the root cause of the AC leak. Do not delay, as the problem will only worsen.

For immediate professional assessment and a definitive action plan, please call Saniservice at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com.