I just moved into a condo complex. I chose it because it was so quite (I work from home so I need it quite during the day so I can concentrate). My neighbor has their TV/subwoofer against our joined wall and all day I hear the whoomp whoomp whoomp to whatever they're listening to. I asked them lower it down but it is so constant from 10:30 am to 7pm I have a headache by the end of it all. Am I being too sensitive or should I ask again?
2007-07-11 08:11:53 · 27 answers · asked by aroundtheom 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Please excuse the misspelling of quiet above.
2007-07-11 09:45:05 · update #1
No, you aren't being too sensitive. I'd be pissed as hell. I had this very same problem with one of my neighbors when I lived in a condo. The guy kept weird hours and would often blast his TV which was hooked up to his stereo, so I had to endure all sorts of noise at like 3 A.M. during the work week. Even after asking him politely, it still went on. We almost came to blows over it. The best thing you can do would be to take it up with your condo association. That way, it will not cause friction with you and your "whoomp whoomp" friend. Plus, condo associations live for this sort of thing and will probably help you out.
2007-07-11 08:18:30 · answer #1 · answered by Rckets 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are not being too sensative. If it continues and you have already asked them politely, I would follow the chain of command. Speak to the landlord about the problem and let them know that it is making your living arrangements unlivable. The landlord is obligated to uphold the conditions in the lease and it should include "excessive noise". If the landlord does not solve the problem, then you should call the police. Preferrably during the time that the noise is going on. The police should cite the neighbors and after a number of citations, they are subject to eviction.
2007-07-11 15:37:12 · answer #2 · answered by Lauren C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sensitive at all. Did you mention to your neighbor that you work from home? What are the condo association charter rules? If they don't have anything in there about noise during the day, find out how to change the rules although it may take a while.
Explain to your neighbor (and to the condo association members) that daytime hours no longer means everyone is gone to work. What does your neighbor do at home all day, anyway? Are they employed?
2007-07-11 15:16:40 · answer #3 · answered by Buttercup 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your neighbor has no consideration whatsoever for other people and should NOT live in a building, but in a cave in the mountain. If he does not attend your reasons, go and talk to the president of the condo association and have that problem solve. It is NOT okay to play loud music all day long regardless. He has the right to listen to music, but you have the right not to, so he needs to lower it down.
2007-07-11 15:15:22 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
First, it's "quiet". Sorry, usually I ignore bad spelling, but if you work from home I would guess you're some sort of professional.
Now... Ask again. Explain why you are asking again. If that doesn't work talk to management. Have someone from the office come and listen during the day.
2007-07-11 16:32:03 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should ask them to lower the volume once more. Explain your situation to them if you haven't already done so. If that doesn't work I would have a meeting with the management company. No you are not being to sensitive. You should be able to live comfortably in your own home.
2007-07-11 15:23:00 · answer #6 · answered by Joy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, when you pay rent/mortgage on a property you should feel comfortable in your own home and should not have to put up with unnecessary noise. Ask them once again to lower the racket or call the landlord or police and complain to them.
2007-07-11 15:14:48 · answer #7 · answered by joyce 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have them come in and show them how loud it is. Sometimes we do not realize how we can disturb someone
else by something as simple as the volume to the TV If they refuse, check into sound proofing that wall. Either way your problem will be resolved. Good Luck
2007-07-11 16:00:56 · answer #8 · answered by Kat G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did you buy or are you leasing?
Read the owner/tenant manual for various restrictions such as noise, pets, etc.
Most complexes such as yours have noise restrictions. Your neighbors are obviously exceeding the limits - especially if you work from home.
Therefore, it is quite appropriate for you to ask them to quiet down. I would make your request in writing - with a copy for the complex' management as well.
2007-07-11 15:33:57 · answer #9 · answered by Barbara B 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i would explain nicely to them that you work from home, and need to be able to concentrate on your work. ask them even if they wont turn it down all the way, to at least turn it down a notch or two. that way, even if you still hear it, it wont be so loud, but be nice about it, because they might have turned it down once already, but dont realize it is still bothering you. if you ask to meanly, they might get defiant and turn it up louder. but if they want to be respectful neighbors, they wil find a volume where they can enjoy their music, with out disturbing your work. best of luck to you.
2007-07-11 15:36:53 · answer #10 · answered by della 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋