Renter’s Advice and Resources
Noisy Neighbors? 4 Simple Soundproofing Tips
· Nov 28, 2009
When you signed your apartment lease, you were completely unaware of the noisy neighbors and their habit of stomping around and listening to music until the early hours of the morning. However, sharing walls, ceilings and floors is just a natural part of apartment living. Sometimes the structure of the building may cause sound to […]
Annoying neighbors can make an otherwise lovely living situation seem unbearable. Your home ought to be your sanctuary. Take the power back from those who try to mess with it. Whether it’s unwelcome visits or loud music at inappropriate times to the millions of other things neighbors can do to make things difficult, there may […]
· Nov 17, 2009
There is little doubt that noisy upstairs neighbors will give you little peace downstairs. And, if you’re unsure or just don’t know what to do, know that you’re not alone. Solving this major problem may require only minor effort. Here are some solutions for solving your issues quickly and easily. 1. Speak to Your Neighbor Courteously and […]
· Nov 9, 2009
Controlling the noise in an apartment is not just a matter of lowering the music or walking a bit lighter; effective noise control is about absorbing the sounds coming in and out of your apartment. With a few decorating techniques, you can easily reduce the noise pollution in your living space. Things like neatly disguised […]
· Nov 3, 2009
A noisy apartment can have a negative impact on your quality of life. You can avoid the stress and anxiety of dealing with a noise nuisance if you look for signs in the first place. Here’s how to determine whether an apartment is noisy when you’re searching for a place to live. 1. Near the […]
· Oct 30, 2009
If you’re dealing with a troublesome situation involving noise neighbors make, you’re not alone. Issues about noise in a neighborhood are a classic part of the way Americans have to continually work to define a complex system of “rights for property owners”. Legally speaking, it all comes down to whether some homeowners or residents are […]
· Oct 21, 2009
You may be frustrated with the noise from your neighbor’s house, but without knowing how communities make noise laws to deal with loud situations, it may be hard for you to get resolution on this kind of problem. Knowing about your local noise laws can help you make good decisions in getting the peace and […]
· Oct 20, 2009
Have you ever heard sound wafting into your apartment and thought: “my neighbor has their TV’s volume turned up too loud. Now what?” This common scenario can be annoying and not always easy to fix. By keeping a level head and asserting your rights, you may be able to successfully combat this all-too-familiar problem. Evaluating the Problem […]
· Oct 16, 2009
In an ideal apartment situation, neighbor complaints are rare if not nonexistent. However, it’s a fact of life that people tend not to see eye to eye at times and disagreements arise. If you’ve found yourself with a complaint from a neighbor, take the following steps to keep the situation from escalating. Step One: Hear […]
· Oct 15, 2009
The three big areas of neighbor law that you need to know in order to defend yourself in case there’s a dispute are: tree laws, fence laws and noise laws. No one likes to fight with their neighbors, but disputes do arise with one or more neighbors threatening a lawsuit. If you’re wondering about your […]
· Oct 14, 2009