I recently bought a house and I'm doing a complete remodel. It's currently stripped down to the studs. One issue I'm facing is that the house is only about 15 feet from a busy street, and I often hear loud vehicles like trucks and motorcycles driving by. While I'd love to upgrade to better windows, my budget is tight, and I can't afford new ones. I also can't put up a fence or tall hedges as the city won't allow it, and I don't want to obscure my home's view. I'm considering sealing air gaps, installing Rockwool insulation, using two layers of drywall, putting up heavy blinds and curtains, and replacing the vinyl siding with something sturdier. I'm looking for any additional tips or ideas for soundproofing within those constraints.
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Windows and doors are usually the main sources of sound leaking into homes. Even with great insulation and drywall, those are hard to completely seal. If you can, try using double-layer drywall with acoustic glue. If you're looking to spend a bit more, ISO clips can help with sound isolation. Just remember, even the best setup won't solve sound issues from poor windows and doors completely!
Definitely true! Thicker drywall and using dense insulation like Rockwool can definitely help. Don't forget about acoustic adhesives or even butyl tape between the studs and drywall for added noise control.