It wasn’t on the lease, and it was starting to rot, posing a safety hazard.We knew tearing it down would cause an uproar, so instead, I suggested something a bit unconventional.

Inspect for any rot or damage periodically, and replace or repair sections as needed to maintain its condition.Potential Upgrades / Considerations:Security:Enhance security with robust locks, a video doorbell, and exterior lighting.

The possibilities are endless… Anything from guests leaving a bunch of lights on, to leaving the oven on, to leaving food out on the counter to rot and attract pests…Just wondering how people deal with this situation where the guests check out and the cleaners can’t go over there for a couple of days?

These guys look like they could use a trim for sure, and if they are solid mature trees with no rot, they are minimal to no risk to the house. 

Is paint enough or is all the trim rotted? 

For example, wood rot is not covered in most policies.

Wood quality began dropping on a serious scale in the 1980s due to old-growth timber being almost completely depleted.Most wood used today is grown very fast - not only can you visibly see the difference in quality, but the newer lumber is more prone to rotting due to a lack of heartwood.

"As you are aware, high humidity can cause rapid mold growth and wood rot.

That is REALLY bad news because dryers generate a huge amount of humidity and those damp spaces are an invitation for mold and wood-rot problems.  

There are also multiple dry rotted boards where the legs of our chairs / shoe heels have gone through."