Learning how to live comfortably in a noisy area is a reality for many homeowners. We have some tips to help you cope with your surroundings.
No matter where you live, every home has its upsides and downsides regarding the location in which it’s built. It might be that you live in one of the most private and gorgeous rural areas of your country, but it might be that this is such a remote area that you have to pick up your deliveries from a drop box a couple of miles away rather than accept them at your doorstep.
Perhaps you really enjoy suburban living, only to realize that of course, we cannot choose our neighbors, and sometimes we might get a bad apple or two. This isn’t supposed to demoralize you of course, because homes that seem ‘anything but perfect’ will no doubt have a range of benefits that make living in them worthwhile.
One issue that homeowners often struggle with, however, is learning how to live comfortably in a noisy area. No matter if you live in a highly student-dense area, or near a busy road, or perhaps near an industrial area, it’s worth considering some mitigating tactics to reduce this impact on your wellbeing:
Secondary Glazing
Secondary glazing helps for soundproofing, which can be a fantastic means of lessening the the sound of voices, and even vibrations to a small degree. Secondary glazing is different to double glazing in that the windows are installed further apart from one another. They can also have a positive effect in terms of home security also, and allow you to save on your energy bills. For that reason, you can not only make some progress towards the noise issue, but get the benefit of a reasonable home investment on top of it.
Extra Ventilation
Those in noisy environments know that cracking open a window is often a good way to let in heavy noise from a main road. But are you supposed to never open windows even in the midst of summer just because of some noise? Of course not. For that then, it’s worth considering the vital utility of extra ventilation. From proper HVAC installation to air purifiers, air filters, and ventilation locks on windows, and you will be able to keep your airflow well measured and your home cool without needing to open all windows to the noise nearby.
Treelines & Fences
A great way to dampen sound is by using a treeline or fences to block it. If you have some garden space, this can be a great way of buffering yourself away from a road or local restaurant. Even hedges can absorb the sound of voices, and gates or the aforementioned fences can ensure the sound is more likely to bounce of an installation appropriately. This will hardly prevent you from hearing the sound entirely, but it can make a big difference in terms of how sharp sounds are. Combined with the other efforts on this list and it’s sure to make a difference.
With this advice, you’re certain to live more comfortably in a noisy area, with most provisions considered ahead of time.
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