![]() ![]() When enduring a siege, it can be really helpful to have a visual reminder of what you’ve handled so far, and how the time remaining continues to get less and less. Get a calendar and write expected dates of completion on there, and mark off each day you survive with a big X in thick marker. Call around to find the timeline of the train construction and ask neighbors about the house construction. Mentally it might help you to make a physical calendar timeline. At the very least, they might help make your white/brown/pink noise easier to focus on. If you just have simple blinds or sheers right now, you might be surprised how much soundproof curtains could do. On the topic of redecorating, heavy curtains can make a noticeable difference. There are some pretty good sound mitigation panels of the peel and stick variety these days, depending on your budget. ![]() Are there areas that might be easier to put up some sound insulation, like a big closet or an oddly shaped alcove? Consider setting up a work area in places you might not have previously considered. Similarly, take advantage of your full living space. A mattress can make for a great couch in the style of a daybed, with stolen couch cushions for the back and arm rests, and then you shove them out of the way when you want to sleep there. If you have some friends who are willing to wear ppe and take a covid test before coming over, ask them to come help you rearrange some furniture. Make comfy beds in different parts of your house, so you can real quick move to one in the quieter less vibrating area when the construction noise shifts direction. Other ideas, I’m just spitballing here, take it or leave it: ![]() This is one of those times when bureaucracy might be on your side. If you’re in a neighborhood with something like an HOA, a news site or journalist dedicated to hyper-local happenings, or even just a very active Facebook group, you may be able to recruit some neighbors to help you out and talk to general contractors and crews on your behalf. Definitely investigate the planning documents and local laws about construction noise like some of the folks above are pointing out. ![]()
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