My diy skills are minimal so the easier the better!
I would really appreicate any tips.
2006-06-26 08:22:19 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Poison them a very good idea! We have considered it! Already get thro loads of earplugs, can't remember last time we slept one night with out hearing his massive gob!
2006-06-26 08:29:36 · update #1
Flats are council owned, I have spoken to them but they aren't much use, as it isn't music disturbing us just someone very inconsiderate with a v loud voice there isn't alot they can do, I was told to staple egg boxes to my ceiling but this sounds very bizarre!! I really appreciate all the advice
2006-06-26 08:40:16 · update #2
Noise pollution is horrible! I don't think there are any cheap options other than ear plugs. Even if you soundproofed the ceiling noise would travel down any cavity walls.
I think there are measurable limits beyond which the landlord must take action. If you make a complaint to the council in writing(tell them it is a 'complaint', they have to respond in a time limit)
they should set out for you what those standards are and how to test them. You could talk to environmental health directly to get their take on it without revealing it is a council property in the first instance. See if they are all singing off the same hymn sheet.
Sticking egg boxces on your ceiling is insulting suggestion not to mention a fire risk, I would put that in your complaint too. If you don't get anywhere copy the letter to your MP. Usually does the trick!
2006-06-26 23:49:46 · answer #1 · answered by Emily 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Soundproofing walls/ceilings is very expensive. I don't know how much it would cost to soundproof a home, but to soundproof an office at my company cost in the region of £15,000.
You really need to sort out the problem with the noisy neighbours. You have the following choices:
1. Politely talk with the neighbour themselves - maybe they don't realise their sound is coming through downstairs. Don't be provocative - just be polite.
2. Contact a mediator organisation - you'll find these in the yellow pages under help/advice. They are a neutral party who will liase between the two of you, to find a solution.
3. Contact your local council. Even if the property is private, the council can still take action against noisy neighbours.
4. Contact the local police station - they may be able to do something, or will refer you to the council.
2006-06-26 15:32:50 · answer #2 · answered by nemesis 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they are above you, then they are the ones that need to soundproof their floors. I'm not sure there's a way to sound proof your ceiling, but I may be wrong. It doesnt' hurt to search on the internet.
I worked for a residential property management company and there are usually requirements on flooring and soundproofing, if they distrub you chances are they don't meet those requirements. If you live in a rental complex, you should notify the landlord. If you do live in a condo comlex then you should find out what the flooring requirements are and find out if your upstairs neighbors meet them, if not, then they can be fined and in addition required to comply.
Good luck!
2006-06-26 15:32:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a bsmt suite and looked into soundproofing. Not sure how much of it you could do in a rental unit. Basically the best way is to put the sound control insulation in between the floors, then hang double drywall.
2006-06-26 19:45:32 · answer #4 · answered by daisy519 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go upstairs and punch them in the f*cking head and tell them they are too loud.
Seriously, call the police and turn them in for disturbing the peace.
2006-06-26 15:49:54 · answer #5 · answered by D-pig 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cyanide gas through their keyhole late at night--- by the morning its as quiet as a graveyard.
2006-06-26 15:52:34 · answer #6 · answered by John E 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Buy a set of earmuffs!!!
2006-06-26 15:27:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
poison them
2006-06-26 15:26:31 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋