actions taken to reduce noise pollution??
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I wear earplugs a lot.\nThe foam ones are best.\n1. Traffic 2. Jets overhead 3. Lawn mowers and leaf blowers
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People who live in apartment buildings need to be courteous to their neighbors.  That means no loud noise after 9:00 at night.  \n\nPeople have to get up early to go to work and need quiet in the evenings.
19749
Wear gloves.\nUse a humidifier.\nGet rid of carpeting.\nCarry a wet towel.
262053
You can get the Bose Noise Canceling Headphones. they off da shizzle yo
1110710
Seriously, call the cops. It's inconsiderate for them to be having parties on a TUESDAY so late and loud. File noise complaint with your leasing office, or perhaps you can go over and talk to them. State that if they don't keep the music down, you will be forced to call the cops. I live in a townhome too so I know that the noise level echos.
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I'm afraid your options right now are a bit limited.  You could invest in sound dampening materials (heavy curtains, acoustical tiles, etc.) to lessen the amount of sound entering your living space.  You could ask the manager to notify you when another unit becomes available.  \n\nThe neighbor appears to be suffering from a form of senile dementia or Alzheimers.  Some elderly people become more agitated at night because their brains are literally overloaded and they can't process all of the stimuli.  It's called sundowners syndrome.\n\nIf you cannot move and the noise becomes unbearable, you could possibly have the neighbor cited for disturbing the peace.  This would be seen as a pretty extreme step, considering how little control he has over his condition.  The noise level would have to violate the same codes as a loud stereo, but I doubt it would.  You'll simply have to live with the sound until the neighbor dies, moves or stops making the noise.
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I do just for the simple reson that I can't stand silence. another alternative is using a fan. it will make just enough noise to break the silence. Good luck
950079
how about play music thats so bad that people will pay to have it turned off, like Hansons "MMMBop"...or something like that! just blast it somewhere a lot of students frequent and make a huge sign that says \n\nCan't take it anymore??\nWant to "Stop the Bop"?\nDonate here and we will glady give you your sanity back =)\n\n-Calli
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A lot of people think nothing can be done when it comes to noise issues. It is hard to evict someone for breaking the noise ordinance. Contacting the Mgt is one way to go but usually gets no results. What I do is tell the person they are to loud at night (in a nice way). This is hard for a lot of people to do because of fear of retaliation. If you can do this first step that’s great. \n\nIf the first step isn’t working for you call the police. You can request to remain anonymous. Before hanging up with the police ask for the call # and write it down. This is your proof that you called and that you were disturbed. Have the police talk to the people causing the problem. \n\nNow that you have a call # it is time to keep track of times you are disturbed. What you need to do is write: (1) The time the disturbance started and ended. (2) What type of noise was it. (3) What you were doing at the time of disturbance (sleeping, reading, family time ect…. This should be kept in order.\n\nIf this is an ongoing problem don’t call the police every time you are disturbed. Instead do what I mentioned above. Call the police once a week and let the police talk to your neighbors. Every time you call the police ask for the call # and tell them what call #’s you have and request that your call #s be noted on the new call. This makes it a lot easier to build a case.  Wait one month and if the problem still continues call the police and request that you be contacted. When the officer arrives provide all the call #s and your list of items from above.  Request that charges are filed on the person causing the problem. In may cities a noise disturbance is a class one misdemeanor. \n\nContinue to keep track. \n\nThe reason for the steps above…. If this ends up in court you will have good hard evidence. The list will tell the court what a pain this person is. The call #s will show the court that it was you that called the police in attempt to resolve the issue.  Both list and #s are the most important part. You might ask why not call the police every time….. My answer, it makes no sense. The police were there once this week and the problem is still ongoing. The people are ignoring authority. Calling once a week is good. The court loves to see that someone has everything in order. \n\nDo not retaliate by making noise.
1110838
Just leave your radio off.I'm sure they have a radio blarring somewhere.Smartass.
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Here are a few ideas on reducing generator noise, taken from my generator web site.\nhttp://members.rennlist.org/warren/generator.html\n\nChoose an operating location as far away as possible. Note that a larger gauge wire is needed to reduce voltage drop as line length increases. Reducing line loss is required to minimize power loss and to ensure maximum power is available to the house. Lights will flicker less when heavy loads are attached. \n\nChange the exhaust system. Noise from the portable generator systems comes primarily from two sources, the engine block and the exhaust system. With an air cooled engine there is little you can do about block noise. Some engines can have a larger muffler attached or make other changes to the exhaust system. Merely mounting exhaust pipe vertically will noticeably reduce noise. \n\nBuild a noise shielding enclosure. This could be as simple as a piece of plywood to reflect sound away from the house to a separate shed to hold the generator. Design your enclosure with safety in mind. Provide adequate air circulation and ventilation to prevent heat buildup and to remove carbon monoxide. \n\nIf the noise bothers your neighbors, invite them over for coffee or offer to run line to their home to power the freezer or a few lights. Talk to them before starting the engine, ask they let you know if the noise is bothersome before they phone the police or harbor any resentment. A little diplomacy can go a long way. \n\nLast resort, shut off the engine or buy a quiet generator.
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First, talk to them. Politely ask them turn down the volume after 10pm.\nSecond, go to your neighborhood association.\nThrid, call the cops for distrubing the peace. Usually on visit from the cops is enough to straighten most neighbors out.
1032728
Chinese Medicine is capable of treating this problem, especially if the noise is loud. Find a licenced acupuncturist in your area, don't go for medical acupuncturist (i.e. M.D. trained in acupuncture, they spend only 200 hours learning this, while licenced acupuncturists study for about 3000 hours - the longest Graduate program in the country LOL)\nGood luck
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You can start your search here  http://www.noisecontrol.nl/en/persluchtgeluiddempers_en.html
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I don't think you're breaking any noise ordinances...I say let them call the police and the police will tell your neighbour's that you are within the law.  Period.
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First find out what your local ordinances are regarding these issues. Then, talk to them nicely and discuss the late night noise and the offensive garbage. If that does not work you can do one or both of the following things: Talk to a lawyer and have a letter sent to them if applicable. Report them to the local authorities. I live in a township and these issues are sometimes discussed at the monthly township meetings. I agree, "silence is acceptance". Good luck.
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Noise pollution is the excess noise produced by cars, buildings, etc. It can disorient animals and prematurely damage hearing. \nMore info on sites below....