Sound solutions
- Warn your neighbours that you are undertaking noisy work- particularly major building projects.
- Work during normal waking hours - although daytime is officially 07.00 - 19.00, not many people will welcome the sound of power tools to accompany breakfast.
- Carry out the noisiest tasks in the middle of the day - if you must start early, do quieter jobs first, but get the really noisy work over before the end of the day.
- Keep tools well maintained/sharpened.
- Use lower/quieter settings on power tools where feasible.
- Use hand tools where possible - you'll save energy as well as reducing noise.
DIY
DIY jobs take many forms -
- drilling and hammering - especially party walls
- decorating (scraping and sanding)
- building - noisy plant, machinery
- floor sanding
- car repairs
These can all take their toll on neighbours and the rest of the household.
