However, this does not stop people from violating this law every day. So it can be an airplane flying overhead, or traffic, or even your own children playing. We often need help to make our homes as quiet and peaceful as we would like them to be. Reducing the noise will not only add value to your home, you can eliminate the stresses noise can create.
If you're serious about reducing the noise, determine where in your home you need the most soundproofing. Usual noises come through the windows, the attic and basement.
Noises coming from your home can bother your neighbors, as well as others in different room of your home. Whichever problem you are trying to sound proof for, you need to consult with a professional to learn more about the sound proofing materials. You may be told that you need some mass loaded vinyl and green glue. Both of these products are used quite often in the soundproofing industry and they are easy to apply.
A sound proofing professional can determine the different resources needed to solve your noise problem.
They can direct you to the best way to sound proof your floors, ceiling, walls and more. For floor sound proofing you may want to consult with a professional regarding specific floor sound proofing materials. Companies often use American Impact Pro, Impact Standard, or Impactless products which are made of high quality recycled rubber. Companies like Soundproofing America have use these sound proofing materials for commercial and residential properties.
Windows are the easiest access for noise coming in or going out of you home.
Windows with single glass panes and wooden frames resist noise less than double pane glass or vinyl frames. Installing double panes can reduce noise by up to 20%, and vinyl frames by up to 50%. Sometimes replacing windows panes and frames can be too costly. An alternative would be to think about using a temporary plug that can block sound that penetrates the window. Not only will the plug reduce sound, it will block out light as well. This may work best in you bedroom at night. The plug also has the added feature of reducing excessive heat and cold during summer and winter months.
To measure the plug, you need to know the size of the window frame and the depth of the window sill. This will determine how big and how thick the sound proofing material needs to be. Usually, a mat that is two inches thick is enough. A sound proofing mat is pretty rigid, but might need to be affixed to a light wood or board with an adhesive. You want to have the plug fit snug and secure against the window without any spaces. Super Soundproofing Co. offers many closed cell vinyl-nitrile noise control mats.
You will have to pay between $5.45 to $32.50 per linear foot for 1/8" to 2" thick.
Attics are another source of noise penetration, particularly in old homes. They tend to lack insulation. Insulation can help reduce your heating expenses, but it can help to soundproof your home as well. In addition to insulation, adding layers of asphalt to the roof can also decrease the noise in your home, especially the noise from airplanes. For those who have house near airport, adding asphalt to the rafters in your attic is a inexpensive way to eliminate aircraft engine noise.
Fay Salmons writes about sound proofing material at http://www.theinsulationreport.com
