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Health Risk By Abandoned Homes Rise With Crisis

As a result of the current real estate foreclosure crisis many lenders have repossessed more homes that they could afford, and as a result many homes are abandoned and vacant. The average rate of vacancy in the US is now at 3 percent and the problem is not only affecting lenders but are affecting the health of thousands of neighborhoods across the country. Recent reports show that many vacant homes are presenting health risks including many abandoned green-pool that are a handy nest for mosquitoes.

Public health officials across the country are urging borrowers to drain swimming pools before surrendering to the banks. Another concerning problem is mouse infestations, and many vacant homes have reported the problem. Mouse infestations are considered one of the most troublesome and economically important pests in the United States, and with the rise of abandoned homes the risk of infestation is growing and it is becoming a concern in many areas.