I live in a apt. complex which they converted into condos. The people upstairs have hard wood flooring,which is fine, but it is making my house extremely loud now. I think they are doing normal everyday type things but where I am sitting it sounds so ridiciously loud. Whenever they drop something on their floor or have their kid running around,it sounds like a circus sideshow over my head everyday. I know it is during the day but no normal person can even enjoy their house.
my question is this, is there a way for a private contracter to come in & cut out a hole in my roof so I can blow insulation in there? I have already contacted the property manager I am just waiting for a responsive e-mail. I thought I would ask around just for curiousty.
Any feedback would be great & thanks.
2007-03-06 00:54:12 · 3 answers · asked by bdodey333 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You could also cork your ceiling as that is a good sound barrier even in thin sheets.
Any air trapping spaces you can create will impede the passage of sound waves.
2007-03-06 01:42:57 · answer #1 · answered by occluderx 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can blow insulation into the ceiling, but your going to have to patch the holes and re paint. I don't know, but it might be cheaper and easier for you and the landlord, if you just buy carpet for them up stairs. Also the landlord should take it off your rent.
2007-03-06 01:20:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I sure don't see why not, but will have to put holes in your ceiling every two feet or so to get insulation between all joists.
2007-03-06 01:15:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋