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Do you have a constant noise in your apartment due to air conditioner for the building or nearby building? If so how to you get over it?
As any married man will tell you, you just do.tgt said:If so how to you get over it?
tgt said:Do you have a constant noise in your apartment due to air conditioner for the building or nearby building? If so how to you get over it?
tiny-tim said:That's really annoying!
You could try going to court …it's a common-law nuisance, and it's probably a breach of your lease also (if it's in your building).
If you're a student, your student union lawyer might be able to help you …
Moonbear said:How would you construe an air conditioner hum as a breach of lease? All air conditioners make noise when running …
tiny-tim said:Yes, but some air conditioners make more noise than others. There has to be a limit.
One way to reduce noise from upstairs neighbors is to add soundproofing materials to your ceiling, such as acoustic panels or soundproof drywall. You can also try talking to your neighbors and asking them to be more mindful of their noise levels.
To block noise from outside, you can use thick curtains or blinds on your windows, add weather stripping around doors and windows, and consider installing soundproofing materials on your walls.
To soundproof your floors, you can add rugs or carpets with thick padding, use soundproof underlayment under your flooring, and seal any gaps or cracks where noise can travel through.
Yes, there are budget-friendly options for reducing apartment noise, such as using draft stoppers under doors, adding weather stripping around windows, and using heavy curtains or blankets to block noise.
Some long-term solutions for reducing apartment noise include investing in soundproofing materials, talking to your neighbors about noise levels, and considering moving to a different unit or apartment complex if the noise is consistently disruptive.