They are neglected due to low purchasing power. For example, the roof repair alone costs BGN 20,000. and without the materials. While a large part of the population receives BGN 800-900 (of which BGN 140 goes for telephone, television, internet, electricity, water supply, and another BGN 500-600 for food, if you rent you need at least BGN 500-600 more and if you have a car, another 200 leva for fuel + 250 leva/year for car taxes) So most people cannot afford to renovate their house.