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Mold issues with rented property

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Raiseyourglass26 · 28/11/2016 19:48

This has probably been done to death on here, but I'm after some advice.

Im currently renting a flat within an old building which has mold issues within the bathroom and front bedroom (both by the front door) I've used mold and mildew spray which does get rid of it, but it keeps returning. I open the bedroom windows each morning for minimum of 30 minutes and have a dehumidifier in there. I also ensure the bathroom window is opened and door closed after each shower.

I contacted letting agency 6 weeks ago and they came out to inspect the property, took pictures and said they would speak to landlord. 4 weeks go by and I've had no correspondence from anyone so I contact landlord directly and she said she was not aware of the problem until I contacted her and she would arrange for someone to come out. This was over 2 weeks ago and I've had no response again.

I have explained to both letting agency and LL that we have a baby currently sleeping in the bedroom with us and the mold is on the wall beside her bed.

What would the next best step for me to take? Our rental agreement is up at end of Feb, but we're not in a good financial position to move out so I would like to avoid this if possible, but I find it infuriating that they have chosen to ignore me regarding the issue.

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NiceCuppaTeaAndASitDown · 01/12/2016 19:01

You may not be looking for a product, but HG Mould Spray (available from Amazon and Lakeland) is some special kind of magic.
In uni my room had couch bad looks that it gave me pneumonia, but we cleaned it with this and it didn't grow back at all over the next two years.

It's got a very strong chlorine smell and you won't be able to manage sleeping in the room for a day or two if you spray it and leave it, but it's absolutely outstanding stuff

NiceCuppaTeaAndASitDown · 01/12/2016 19:02

Sorry, typing on a phone!

'Couch bad looks' should be 'such bad mould'

user1479289699 · 02/12/2016 10:12

We're renting a flat at the mo and having the same problems. Mould in every room around the windows and balcony doors plus along the wall. We complained to letting agent last year who sent someone to assess (apparently) and concluded the reason for the mould was because of poor ventilation - fair enough. Since then we cleaned it up, keep the vents open which keeps the rooms chilly, wipe down the windows twice a day, bought 3 dehumidifiers from our own pocket and replace the tablets every 2 weeks, and tumble dry our washing. And guess what, it's back!!! Have spoken again to letting agent and explained there's nothing more we can do but I know they're going to say someone already assessed it last year :(

Tatey25 · 11/12/2016 10:23

Check your lease. I'm sure the landlord is responsible for keeping the at least the building in a reasonable state of repair, which included internal walls. It sounds like rising damp or interstitial (internal) damp coming from within the building structure. Drying your washing should not be causing mold on the walls. Your landlord has an obligation to ensure the property is habitable.

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