Additional guidance about soundproofing your home

Many people are bothered by environmental noise and noise from neighbours. The problem can occur in gardens or in any type of existing or new built house or flat; especially where there is a common separating wall or floor.

Noise control is very technical and it is usually best to employ an expert to properly plan and execute it properly.

However, some people often prefer to attempt to improve the sound insulation by employing a general builder or by taking a DIY approach. We have compiled the following pages to provide some practical advice that can be used to tackle various scenarios. However, it should be noted that this advice might not completely eliminate the issue and other factors might need to be considered, such as compliance with building regulations and obtaining planning consent.