The apartment and other living space must be such that it does not cause any health problems for those staying in the apartment or indoors. Health requirements concern, among other things, temperature, humidity, noise, ventilation, light, radiation, microbes and odor.

The owner and occupant of the building must ensure that the building is maintained in such a way that the premises do not cause any health hazards to the occupants. If the occupant suspects a health hazard, he or she should first contact the owner of the apartment or the housing company's property manager. The owner of the apartment is obliged to remove any defects in the apartment that impair the health of the occupant. If the owner of the apartment has not taken the necessary corrective measures despite the occupant's requests, the occupant may send a written request for an apartment inspection to the health inspector.

If necessary, a health inspector will carry out a home inspection for justified reasons. However, the health authority's job description does not include preparing condition assessments. Private companies carry out condition assessments and indoor air surveys. You can obtain more information about the obligation to compensate for moisture or mold damage related to a housing transaction from a consumer advisor.