Who fixes black mold in rental, landlord or tenant?« Back to Previous Page

In the UAE, specifically under Dubai's Rental Law (Law No. 26 of 2007), the responsibility for fixing mold issues in a rental property is determined by the source of the moisture. Since you've identified the mold on an outer wall that feels damp, this strongly indicates a structural issue, such as water infiltration from a leaking pipe within the wall, a crack in the building envelope, or faulty external waterproofing. These are considered structural defects and are unequivocally the landlord's responsibility to investigate and repair.

The tenant's responsibility typically covers mold caused by internal negligence, such as failing to use the AC adequately to control the extreme Dubai humidity, not reporting water spills, or blocking ventilation. However, a damp outer wall is a clear landlord issue.

Your first step is to formally notify your landlord or property management company in writing, detailing the issue and including photographs. They must address the root cause. Do not attempt to simply clean the visible mold yourself, as this is a health risk and does not solve the underlying moisture problem, guaranteeing its return.

For your family's health, given the respiratory symptoms and the extent of the growth, a professional assessment is critical. The fast growth of mold in our climate, exacerbated by year-round AC use creating condensation, requires expert handling. We at Saniservice perform a comprehensive inspection using moisture meters and thermal imaging to pinpoint the exact moisture source and assess contamination levels. Following UAE standards, we then execute a full remediation protocol including containment, air scrubbing, and antimicrobial treatment to ensure the space is safe.

For immediate assistance and to protect your children's health, I strongly recommend you call our experts at 800-MOLDS (800-66537) or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule a diagnostic inspection.