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Reducing Train Noise in your Home
The south-east corner of England is criss-crossed by tens of thousands of miles of railway track. People have lived near train lines ever since London expanded in the aftermath of the Industrial Revolution.
Even now, proximity to a station is a key consideration for many house-buyers who live or work in or near the capital. But there is a downside in terms of the noise from trains, either main-line services or the London Underground and its network of 270 stations.
Dealing with railway noise pollution is a constant challenge faced by many people in and around the capital. Soundproofing your windows against tube and rail noise with the assistance of an expert partner such as Hugo Carter is an excellent way of meeting that challenge. and how you need the benefits of getting more of it.
Why you should Reduce Train Noise at Home
Research by the World Health Organisation has found that people living with noise pollution of more than 55 decibels are likely to suffer health problems.
That means 1.6million people in London alone live with a problematic level of noise on a daily basis.
It’s worth noting that a tube train operates at about 80-85 decibels, a level high enough to cause hearing difficulties among people exposed to noise from underground trains on a regular basis.
People in this position run a greater risk of stress or even heart attacks, as well as having difficulty concentrating at work or at school. Soundproofing your windows to reduce train noise in your home is, therefore, a healthy move to make. There are many solutions available to those cursed by excessive train noise.
But the best advice is to speak to an experienced professional – like the team members at Hugo Carter – to find a cure for your particular brand of train noise pollution. Our engineers will measure the level of sound you are experiencing using a professional noise analyser. This will establish the best type of product and glass for your property.
How to Soundproof a Home against Train Noise
There is a wide variety of ways in which you can lessen the sound of trains in your home. One option is to check your walls and exterior doors and make small repairs to seal any obvious gaps to ensure they give a greater degree of protection and insulation against the noise of the outside world.
There are DIY solutions such as window-plugs, which are soundproof sponges designed to keep out a certain amount of noise. While this may eliminate some of the noise, it will not achieve the same level as a bespoke installation designed to your specific requirements.
You could also look at planting large bushes or trees as a barrier between you and the offending track. This may lessen the noise but it cannot guarantee the level of peace you require; and it is clearly not an option for those who do not have a garden, or people who do not want to compromise their outside spaces to such an extent.
However, at Hugo Carter we believe the best solution of all is to consult a specialist in the field of noise reduction. We can work with you to deliver the ultimate answer to train noise; soundproof windows that are also an elegant, smart addition to your home.
Our engineers are not salespeople. They will help you to find the best solution to fit your home and your budget – even if this means using other companies’ products.
Our Range of Soundproof Windows for Train Noise
- Soundproof Sash Windows for Train Noise: We can supply a variety of designs; all can be customised to suit your home and your budget.
- Soundproof Casement Windows for Train Noise: We offer a choice of traditional or modern styles, each offering safety, security and efficiency.
- Soundproof High Performance Windows for Train Noise: Our most powerful bespoke noise reduction windows can achieve a drastic drop in decibels.
- Soundproof Doors for Road Noise: Our range of doors complement the designs of our windows and play their part in combating noise pollution.
- Soundproof Secondary Windows for Road Noise: Unlike secondary glazing, we can add a second layer of double glazing to reduce the sound of trains to a manageable level. Not only is this solution more powerful, it is also long lasting and, importantly, very elegant.
Our Range of Soundproof Windows can Prevent Noise Pollution from the following:
Aircraft Noise Pollution:
If you leave near an airport – as so many of us now do – a solution to the noise of planes taking off and landing is always welcome.
Road Noise Pollution:
It is unusual these days to find a home that is free of disruption caused by the sound of cars, lorries, motorcycles and buses.
Anti-Social Noise Pollution:
Other people’s noise, in the form of loud music, late parties or rowdy teenage gangs, can be a serious nuisance.
Train Noise Cancellation
Train noise pollution affects everybody in different ways. The proximity of your home to a busy track and the varying tolerances those in your home have for excessive noise ensures no two people perceive the problem in the same way.
That’s why, when it comes to cancelling out the problem of train noise, Hugo Carter does not deliver a one-size-fits-all solution.
Every street has its own noise characteristics. Even on the same street, the level of noise and its frequency can vary. So our skilled team will:
- Analyse the noise
- Analyse your particular situation
- Design the best performing solution
This way, we will come up with a solution that works for you and your property to ensure that you enjoy peace of mind as well as peace inside your home.
Our Engineers
Our engineers have been trained by experts from the Institute of Acoustics at Southampton Solent University. Their extensive and ongoing training covers noise assessment, noise analysis and noise mitigation techniques.
We sincerely believe Hugo Carter’s engineers are the finest in their field.
They bring with them a depth of knowledge about all aspects of glazing and the provision of efficient, cost-effective soundproof solutions.
In the 2019 UK Enterprise Awards for the best timber window and door manufacturer, Silent Windows was named the most innovative product.
We also use professional noise analysers to assess the level of sound, rather than telephone apps or cheap hand-held devices.
You will find on this website plenty more detail about the technology behind our service. However, there is no substitute for a conversation.
We are always pleased to answer questions from potential clients and to
respond to specific enquires – you are welcome to get in touch with us by phone or email.
How We Can Help
Train noise pollution affects everybody in different ways. As with every installation, we work with the homeowner to assess precise requirements ahead of any proposal. We would never recommend a system that was not entirely appropriate for the property and we would always be entirely candid in our appraisal of the efficacy of a glazing solution.
Please call or email us for more details of how we can help you to overcome the noise pollution associated with proximity to the tube network.
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As you can see, if you are considering soundproofing your home, or one particular room, there are several options open to you.
Hugo Carter is a trusted and expert provider of soundproof and noise-cancelling windows. We work closely with clients to understand exactly what solution they need – then provide it.
If you would like to speak with us about your soundproofing requirements, please get in touch today.