Is landlord responsible for mold inspection from AC leak?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the specific conditions in your JLT apartment, this situation is a clear example of a landlord's responsibility under UAE tenancy law. The core issue is the leaking AC unit, which is a fixture and a fundamental part of the property's provided amenities. The resulting mold growth is a direct consequence of this maintenance failure.

Under Dubai Law No. 26 of 2007 (as amended), the landlord is legally obligated to maintain the property in a habitable condition. This includes the repair and maintenance of major building systems like air conditioning. The humidity and condensation inherent to Dubai's climate mean that any water leak from an AC unit will almost certainly lead to mold proliferation, which constitutes a health hazard and a breach of the warranty of habitability. While timely reporting is always advised, the landlord's duty to maintain the property is not automatically voided by a delay, especially when a visible, health-affecting problem like active mold growth has developed.

Given the description of spreading black spots and the correlation with your husband's allergy symptoms, this is a serious case that requires immediate professional attention. Do not attempt to clean this yourself, as improper disturbance can aerosolize toxic spores. A certified mold inspection is essential to determine the full extent of the contamination, identify the mold species, and create a scope for proper remediation.

I strongly recommend you formally request in writing that the landlord arrange and pay for a professional inspection and subsequent remediation. For immediate assistance with a certified inspection and a detailed report that can be presented to your landlord, contact our specialists at Saniservice. Call 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. Our team can provide the necessary documentation to support your case with the landlord.