22/09/2026
The Mold & Aircon Case (KEO Verdict)-EP2
In the previous episode, Gordon Ramly was the tenant facing an $800 repainting bill after the landlord discovered mold on the walls. 💸
The landlord believed Gordon’s heavy aircon usage contributed to the mold.
Gordon’s defence?
“It’s Singapore! Humidity everywhere!” 😂
So… who is actually responsible?
This time, KEO breaks down the case from an industry perspective.
In Singapore, mold issues are common because of our humid climate. However, tenants are still expected to take reasonable steps to maintain the property, such as:
🌬️ Ventilating the unit periodically
❄️ Avoiding continuous aircon use in a completely sealed environment
🏠 Keeping the unit reasonably dry
But here’s where things get complicated.
If the mold is simply caused by normal environmental conditions, it may fall under normal maintenance.
But if the tenant’s lifestyle or usage contributed to excessive humidity, the landlord may reasonably argue that the tenant contributed to the damage.
So there isn’t always a simple TENANT vs LANDLORD answer.
In practice, some disputes may be resolved through shared responsibility, for example, the landlord handles the repainting while the tenant contributes partially if there is clear evidence that their usage contributed to the issue.
Ultimately, it comes down to the tenancy agreement, the condition of the property, and the circumstances of the case.
⚖️ So what do YOU think?
👉 TENANT, The tenant should be responsible
👉 LANDLORD, The landlord should handle it
💬 Comment TENANT or LANDLORD below.
📌 Save this video mold and maintenance issues can easily become a tenancy dispute.
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