Its unfortunate and the damages are typically greater because of the obvious but if you love doing it, I dont see whats going to stop you. Its risk vs. reward. Recognize that shit happens URYWHERE. Some people slip and fall, crack their neck, and become quadrapalegics when getting out of the shower or walking down apartment stairs...shit happens.

Tell your homey not to give up...just understand what can, and sometimes will, go wrong.