14 Ways to Reduce and Control Noise Pollution

Noise pollution can disrupt our work – and even our sleep. Here are 14 ways to reduce adn control it – and to stop creating it.

1. Double glazing: stop noise seeping through windows.

2. Loft insulation: fiberglass is great for this.

3. Earplugs: for when you really can’t sleep.

4. Noise canceling headphones: create silence amidst noise.

5. Silencers: use silencers on noisy equipment.

6. Noise control hours: create a ‘noise control hours’ meaning that you don’t use noisy machines after a certain time of day.

7. Floor insulation: rugs and special floorboards are good here.

8. Wall insulation: use insulating panels to protect your home.

9. Local authorities: get local government involved in noise reduction schemes.

10. Traffic: less traffic on the roads reduces noise pollution.

11. Construction projects: liaise with construction workers to ensure that they minimize noise.

12. Natural barriers: high garden trees and bushes help to reduce noise.

13. Vibrations: position beds slightly away from walls so that they are not affected by vibrations.

14. Conversations: stay in dialog with your neighbors to ensure that you can all reduce noise that affects each other.