Who is responsible for black mold from a leaking AC?« Back to Previous Page

Based on the UAE Civil Code and typical tenancy contracts, the responsibility for this issue is generally with the building management or landlord. The AC unit and its associated components, like the drainage line that is clearly leaking, are considered part of the building's fixed installations. The landlord is legally obligated to provide a habitable property, and a mold infestation of this scale caused by a maintenance issue with a fixed fitting absolutely breaches that obligation. Your husband's persistent allergic symptoms are a major red flag; this is a serious health concern that needs immediate professional attention.

While the landlord is responsible for the repair of the leak and the subsequent remediation cost, you must formally notify them in writing immediately. Send a detailed email with clear photographs of the mold and the leaking unit to your property manager and keep a record. Do not attempt to clean significant black mold yourself, as improper disturbance can aerosolize toxic spores and exacerbate health problems and contamination.

For a case this severe in JVC, you need a certified mold inspection to assess the full extent of the growth, which is often hidden inside walls. We can provide a comprehensive assessment, identify the species, and create a scope of work for the landlord's team to rectify, or we can handle the entire remediation process professionally. Don't delay on this; your health is at stake.

For immediate assistance, call our experts at 800-MOLDS or 800-66537, or email hello@saniservice.com to schedule an inspection.