This is one of the dangers encountered by urban explorers (Urbex) who investigate abandoned properties.  From Satirikon, 1908.  See our own Urbex adventure, here, which the acclaimed philosopher of magic, Robert E. Neale, praised as a new artform: "I cannot imagine a more striking example of how the human animal can cope.  In response to a destructive event, these animals create an expression that is uniquely original in style and content, moving, funny and thoughtful.  May we all try to do the same when life offers us the opportunity."