Is landlord responsible for mold causing my kids' asthma?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the scenario you've described in your Marina apartment, this is a serious situation that requires immediate attention, both for your children's health and to address the property damage.

In the UAE, the responsibility for mold remediation largely falls on the property owner (landlord), as per the rental law. The landlord is obligated to provide a habitable property free from structural defects that affect health and safety. A hidden humidity issue, likely a leaking pipe or water seepage within the wall, is considered a structural maintenance problem. Therefore, the landlord is legally responsible for investigating the source of the moisture and for the cost of the professional mold remediation.

However, the matter of medical costs is more complex. While you can certainly present your medical reports linking your children's asthma exacerbation to the mold, establishing direct legal liability for medical expenses would typically require a verified, professional report conclusively linking the specific mold in your home to the specific health condition. This is a difficult but not impossible legal hurdle.

Your first step is to formally notify your landlord in writing (email is best for a paper trail) with photos of the mold and a description of the health impact. Demand immediate action to identify the moisture source and remediate the mold. Do not attempt to clean a large patch of black mold yourself, as improper handling can aerosolize the spores and worsen the indoor air quality.

For your family's safety and to strengthen your case, you need a professional indoor environmental inspection. A certified inspector can identify the mold species, quantify the spore count in the air, and provide a official report linking the contamination to the property defect. This report is crucial evidence.

We strongly recommend you get a professional assessment immediately. Please call our experts at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. We can document the issue to professional standards and guide you on the next steps with your landlord. Your children's health is the top priority here.