Is the landlord responsible for AC leak and mold?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the Dubai Rental Law (Law No. 26 of 2007), the landlord is generally responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the property and its core systems, which includes the central air conditioning and any resultant damage. An AC leak that leads to water damage and potential mold growth falls squarely under this obligation. The landlord must ensure the property is habitable and free from health hazards.

In your case in Jumeirah Park, the combination of a persistent water leak and the emergence of respiratory symptoms in a child is a serious concern. The high humidity and constant AC use in Dubai create a perfect environment for mold to proliferate rapidly, especially within damp carpets and behind walls. That dark patch is a significant visual indicator, and the sneezing is a potential health symptom.

Your immediate course of action should be to formally notify your landlord or building management in writing about the AC leak and your suspicion of mold, giving them a reasonable timeframe to address it. However, for a matter involving health, especially a child's, I strongly recommend against waiting.

You should engage a professional mold inspection company like Saniservice immediately. We are certified to conduct a comprehensive assessment, including moisture mapping and air quality testing, to confirm the presence and species of mold. This provides an official, defensible report that can be presented to the landlord. Do not attempt to handle this yourself, as disturbing the mold can aerosolize spores and worsen the contamination.

For immediate professional testing and a detailed remediation plan, please call us at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com. Our team can accurately diagnose the issue and provide the necessary documentation to ensure your landlord fulfills their responsibility to rectify the situation.