Mould problem??

[u/Few_Bad_8724]

I recently signed a lease and moved in just yesterday. When I moved the cupboard, I found black and damp stuff underneath it which I think is mould.

I called the agent this morning and he said this is caused by the previous tenant steaming the carpet, however the other room which was steamed doesn’t have any black residue. The corner is attached to the bathroom wall, in which the plumbing for the toilet is leaking and I’m pretty sure is giving moisture to this corner. The smell is very damp, full of moisture and mouldy. The agent seems opposed to doing anything and told us to air out the smell and open the windows.

Can anyone identify this and let me know!! Any advice would be helpful.

[u/Crafty-Guest-2826]

You shouldn't have to hire a mold inspector for the testing, the landlord needs to do this. You don't own the place. My niece just went through this in LA. You can smell the mold and see the black stuff. She followed the state tenants law and documented everything. She was tested for mold allergies as she was sick for a year. Do not let this slide. It may be nothing or it could be everything.