With the New Year fast approaching, there’s no reason to be stuck with last year’s noise problems. Keep reading for our easy and cost-effective ways to ring in the New Year with some peace and quiet. Whatever your noise resolution is, we’ve got the solution here! See our most common and achievable Noise Home Improvements.…
Classrooms are subject to a lot of noise that can ultimately hinder a child’s ability to focus and learn. Sound from the hallway, neighboring classrooms, and other children talking in the room can be a huge distraction to students. In many cases, even noisy HVAC/air conditioning noise can make it difficult for students to hear…
Do you have a finished basement in your house? Basements are often used as a hangout spot for kids, entertainment room, or additional living space. If you use your basement for any of the above, there’s probably a lot of noise coming from that area of your house. Noise leaking out of the basement can…
Meditation has exploded as a huge trend that is now being seen beyond just yoga studios. Meditation is being used in schools, corporate offices, and during team retreats to decrease stress and improve productivity. The first step to meditation is having a quiet space where you can relax and have a peaceful mindset. There are…
Selling your home can be a challenge if there are noise issues in your neighborhood. Construction, loud neighbors, or noisy businesses can deter potential buyers from purchasing your home. Here are some easy ways to help you soundproof your home before putting it on the market. Start with a Noiseproofing Sealant The first step in…
CrossFit is the hottest new fitness trend, but anyone who has been around a CrossFit studio knows that they can be incredibly loud. Blasting music, motivational yelling, and the sound of flipping tires can often be distracting to surrounding residents and businesses. Noise complaints can also attract negative attention to your studio and even get…
Noise pollution is any excessive noise or unpleasant sound that disturbs the natural balance of life, weather it be temporary or constant. While we don’t typically think of noise as a pollution, sound that disrupts daily activities or quality of life is definitely a serious pollutant. Check out these tips for combating noise pollution so…
Homeowners across the country are facing new noise problems due to The Federal Aviation Administration’s revised flight paths under an air traffic control modernization plan known as “NextGen.” Homes that were previously not affected by airplane noise are now directly under flight paths with planes taking off every couple of minutes throughout the day. With proper…
With midterms approaching for college students across the country, it’s the most important time of the semester to find that perfectly quiet study spot. For most, that’s the library…but noise from team projects, tutoring, and study groups can ruin the silence and make it hard to focus. While there are certainly some efforts that students can…
Nearly all residential and commercial buildings house a few appliances, from refrigerators to clothes dryers. And while modern appliances save us time and energy making our daily lives a little bit easier, they can also be extremely loud. Some appliances are only loud when they’re in use, like the shaking of a clothes dryer or…