What to do if the house you are renting has mold?

If there is mold in your rental home, you should immediately contact a skilled and knowledgeable California landlord tenant lawyer. They will be able to explain your rights and options, and help you file a lawsuit against your landlord in order to recover any available damages.

How much is a mold lawsuit worth?

Mold has caused you pain and suffering. Where there is little injury, property damage, or inconvenience, tenants have recovered anywhere from $3,000 to $10,000. Some tenants have won high-dollar judgments and settlements against landlords where the injury or property damage was severe.

Can a landlord rent a property with mold?

As a landlord, you could be facing a breach of the rental agreement if mould develops as a result of not attending to maintenance matters reported by the tenant, such as: damp walls caused by plumbing issues; a broken exhaust fan or wall-mounted heating unit; or. a leaky roof, broken pipe or flood damage.

How are landlords and renters related to mold?

Mold problems in buildings are a result of water and moisture problems. Renters need to operate the heating and ventilation systems to reduce water condensation. Renters need to notify landlords promptly, in writing, of any water leaks or moisture problems. If there is a water leak or moisture problem, it should be fixed by the landlord.

Why do I have mold in my apartment?

Mold problems in buildings are a result of water and moisture problems. Renters need to operate the heating and ventilation systems to reduce water condensation. Renters need to notify landlords promptly, in writing, of any water leaks or moisture problems.

Where can I find the EPA mold guide?

EPA-402-K-02-003, September 2012 (reprinted). This Guide is also available in HTML. You may need a PDF reader to view some of the files on this page. See EPA’s About PDF page to learn more. Contact Us to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem.

What should you do if you have mold in your home?

The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to dry water-damaged areas and items within 24-48 hours to prevent mold growth. Why is mold growing in my home? Mold growing outdoors on firewood.