In Memphis, rental properties experience more moisture-related wear than most cities because tenants run AC differently, so humidity swings inside the home stress caulk lines, trim joints, and doors. When move-outs happen during a wet spell, you’ll see swollen baseboards or peeling paint just from the air sitting heavy for a few days. Loess soil adds another twist — small shifts in older slabs cause minor alignment issues that show up as sticky doors or hairline wall cracks, things landlords often only notice between leases. We also see plenty of storm-driven grit tracked into units near parking areas, wearing down vinyl flooring faster than planned. Local suppliers like Home Depot on Poplar or Sutherlands make it easy to grab patch materials, touch-up paints, and fast-replacement hardware during tight turnover schedules.