Being A Considerate Neighbour
This is generally a matter of common sense and treating your
neighbour as you would wish to be treated. There are no
specific rules to be followed, but here are some guidelines.
Radios, TV, Stereos
- Keep the volume as low as possible especially late at
night. Use headphones (either cord type or infra red which
give more freedom of movement) or listen to music on a personal
piece of equipment such as an I-Pod or MP3.
- When not using headphones, the bass control should be set at a
low level.
- If you are having a party or barbeque, remember the neighbours
- let me know beforehand or better still invite them. Most
people are willing to accept more noise occasionally if they know
when the music will end and that will be able to get some
sleep.
In The Home
- Site fridges, freezers, washing machines and loudspeakers well
away from party walls.
- Stand washing machines/ spin dryers on a solid floor or place
on a carpet/ rubber mat to reduce vibration. If people live
below you, fit carpets and underlay.
- Close doors gently, don't slam them.
DIY
- Carry out noisier operations during the day keeping the evening
(from 7-11pm as a guide) for less noisy work such as painting and
decorating.
- Complete the work as quickly as possible - don't let it drag on
for months.
- Let your neighbours know beforehand if you are carrying out
potentially noisy operations, using power equipment or working on
party walls or floors. Use hand tools if possible.
Cars and Car Repair
- Don't rev the engine excessively.
- Close doors quietly.
- Use car horn only for emergencies.
- Keep music levels down, keep windows closed.
- If possible, carry out necessary and noisy operations during
the day and avoid Sundays and bank holidays.
Barking Dogs
- Don't let your dog bark or whine for long periods of time or
leave it alone.
- Keep your dog indoors if it barks when unattended or
disturbed. If your dog still barks when indoors make
arrangements to leave it with a neighbour or friend or get someone
to call in - leave its favourite toy or put the radio on at very
low volume.
- Move the kennel or erect a fence so that your dog is disturbed
less often by passers-by.
- Try an ultrasonic collar to alter the dog's behaviour.