Fort Myers, FL

Known as the City of Palms, Fort Myers mixes historic riverfront homes — including the Edison and Ford winter estates — with fast-growing newer neighborhoods spreading out from downtown. Riverfront and canal properties see the same salt and humidity exposure common across Lee County.

As a gateway to Sanibel, Captiva, and the rest of the Gulf beaches, Fort Myers sees plenty of coastal humidity and strong sun, both of which take a toll on windows, roofs, and siding that don't get regular attention.