Even if you keep a junk car on your property with the intent of getting rid of it, it’s easy for it to become a permanent fixture on your lawn or driveway. There are a few reasons to avoid leaving the vehicle, though, as it could pose a problem for you and possibly others. Here’s what you should know.

Why Avoid Leaving a Junk Car on Your Property?

1. It May Be a Liability

Fixtures on your property that could appeal to children but that also pose a risk are considered attractive nuisances. Swimming pools and construction sites are typical examples, but even a junk car could catch the attention of a curious passerby, especially if it’s easily accessible. If the person were to suffer an injury because they decided to inspect closer, you could be held liable. If you’re aware that you can’t keep the vehicle, or that it poses a threat, and you don’t do anything to safeguard the public from it, you could be found at fault.

2. It Could Attract Pests

Old, damaged cars and broken down parts can serve as a hiding place for unwanted insects and animals. Even if you had plans to fix or donate the vehicle, once it has become infested, it can be difficult to fully asses the damage. Not only can issues caused by pest and animal infestations limit the vehicle’s usefulness, but the unwelcome critters may also multiply and find their way into other parts of your property.

3. It Might Devalue Your Home

Anything that takes away from your property’s aesthetic can bring down its overall value. If you’re selling your home, for example, it’s best not to have a junk car sitting anywhere on the property — it’s an immediate turnoff to prospective buyers. Neighbors may even be concerned if the car affects the overall appearance, and thereby value, of the other homes in the neighborhood.
 

Don’t let a junk car litter your property. Get in touch with the team at Cash for Junkers MN. Serving the Twin Cities community, they’ll happily tow your unwanted vehicles away. They pay cash for your junk cars and proudly work with everyone, from homeowners to law enforcement providers. To find out more about junk vehicle removal, visit them online or give them a call at (763) 218-3149 to speak with a member of the staff today.