Common use of MOLD AND MILDEW Clause in Contracts

MOLD AND MILDEW. Tenant agrees to regularly inspect the Dwelling for water leaks, moisture, mold and mildew. Potential sources of water or moisture include roof leaks, humidifiers, plumbing leaks, steam from cooking, watering houseplants, baths and showers. Leaks may occur around water heaters, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, windows and doors. Discolored areas on walls and ceilings and moisture in carpets may indicate roof leaks or clogged air conditioner drains. Tenant agrees to immediately notify Landlord in writing if Tenant detects leaks, mold or mildew within the Dwelling so that Landlord can remove mold and mildew from those areas. Tenant agrees to clean and remove visible moisture accumulation on windows, walls, ceilings, floors and other surfaces as soon as reasonably possible. Tenant agrees that after bathing, Tenant shall: (1) wipe moisture off of shower walls, shower doors, the bathtub and bathroom floor; (2) leave the bathroom door open until all moisture on the mirrors and bathroom walls and tile surfaces has dissipated; (3) hang up Tenant’s towels and bath mats so they dry completely and (4) leave any bathroom fan on for at least thirty minutes after completion of activity. For small amounts of mold and mildew on non-porous surfaces (such as ceramic bathroom tiles, vinyl flooring, wood or plastic), Tenant agrees to clean and remove the mold and/or mildew using soap (or detergent) and water, letting the surface dry and then using within 24 hours a spray-on-type household biocide, such as Pine-Sol Disinfectant, Lysol Disinfectant or Tilex Mildew Remover following the instructions of such product. No water beds are permitted in the Dwelling.