How Can I Reduce Noise from My HVAC Unit?
I have a noisy HVAC system that's built into a closet in my living area, and it's driving me crazy! The builder of our house in 1988 refused…
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Looking for Soundproofing Tips for My SF Apartment Shared Wall
Hey everyone! I'm about to move into a place in the Marina district of San Francisco, and while I really like the apartment, I'm recovering from a concussion…
How Can I Reduce Noise as an Upstairs Neighbor?
Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a situation as an upstairs neighbor. I tend to stay up late playing board games and chatting, but I've been getting…
How Can I Soundproof My Apartment From Noisy Neighbors?
I live in a flat that lacks good soundproofing, and the layout isn't ideal. My bedroom shares a wall with my neighbor's living room, and their TV can…
How to Reduce Loud Thumping Noise from My Subfloor When Kids Walk?
I live in a two-story house with a large crawl space, and I've noticed that when anyone walks around on the first floor, it creates a really loud…
How Can I Effectively Soundproof a Wall Between My Townhouse and a Noisy Neighbor?
Hey everyone! I'm looking for some advice on soundproofing the wall between my townhouse and my neighbor's place, which is unfortunately a bit noisy. I believe the insulation…
How Can I Stop My Apartment Door From Slamming Shut?
I'm looking for simple and discreet ways to prevent my apartment door from slamming. It's become a real issue, and despite asking for help multiple times, nothing has…
M12 Impact Driver Debate: Regular vs Surge – Which One Should I Choose?
I'm trying to figure out whether to go with the regular M12 impact driver or the Surge version. What are the main differences between them? Is it just…
How can I effectively soundproof a wall that lets sound through?
I'm dealing with a pretty frustrating situation where the wall between my room and my parents' room is quite hollow, which means when I'm on the phone or…
Best Way to Reduce Noise from Above Neighbors in a Condo?
I'm dealing with noisy neighbors in my condo, and I've done a lot of research on soundproofing options. I'm looking to tackle this myself to save some cash.…
Best Ways to Soundproof a Shared Brick Wall?
I'm dealing with a situation where there's just a single brick wall between my apartment and my neighbor's, and it's creating a lot of noise issues. I can…
Is Green Glue Worth Using for Soundproofing a Single Drywall Layer?
Hey everyone! I'm working on soundproofing my bedroom because my downstairs neighbors are quite noisy. The walls are made of a lightweight material called 'light-crete' with just a…
Why Can't Acoustic Panels Block Out Outside Noise?
I've been looking into ways to reduce the road noise that comes into my home, and I'm a bit confused about some common claims I keep seeing. Specifically,…
Best Ways to Soundproof My Bedroom from Street Noise?
I recently bought a newly built home that's unfortunately located near a busy street. The builder claimed that their constructions met county standards for sound transmission, but it…
Why do I feel more train vibrations on the upper floors of my house?
I live near a small train railway that runs about 8 times an hour, with trains made up of 3 to 6 cars. The closest part of my…
How Can I Soundproof a Thinner Wall in My New Room?
Hey everyone! My roommate and I are moving into a new house next month, and for the first time, her bedroom will be right above mine. Sound wasn't…
How Can I Reduce Noise from an HVAC Blower in My Future Home?
I'm currently house hunting and I've come across a place that ticks a lot of my boxes, but the HVAC system is quite loud, especially in the dining…
Looking for Quick-Growing Plants to Block Neighbor's View
I'm searching for fast-growing plants to help block my neighbors' view of my house and maybe dampen some noise. I've been having ongoing issues with my neighbor since…
Do 30dB Earmuffs Plus 35dB Earbuds Provide Enough Hearing Protection From a Jigsaw?
Hey everyone! I recently dove into woodworking and made the mistake of using a jigsaw without any ear protection for just a few minutes. It left me with…
Best Ways to Reduce Noise in My Apartment? Will Curtains Help?
Hey everyone! I'm living in an apartment with multiple roommates, and I've been struggling with noise from other rooms. I work remotely and often have to discuss private…