Everybody has probably had them, noisy neighbors that is. Just as you are going to sleep they are starting the party. Or maybe they just have a loud dog or are just plain inconsiderate. The good news is that you have options in dealing with this situation beyond having to confront the person or put up with it.
1. CHECK YOUR LOCAL ORDINANCES
Get a copy of your local noise laws. Most cities and counties have ordinances that control the times, types and loudness of noise. For example, many local ordinances prohibit unreasonable vehicle noise (like honking the car horn early every morning for a carpool) or dogs barking all night long every night. Noisy neighbors are in for a warning or even a fine. You can look up your local ordinance at city hall, a public law library or the public library. Make at least two copies of it, one for your neighbor and one for yourself.
2. WARN YOUR NEIGHBOR IN WRITING
If things don't improve, ask your neighbor to tone it down. If this doesn’t work, put it in writing. Don't make threats, but state that if the situation doesn't improve you'll be forced to notify the authorities. Enclose a copy of the noise ordinance. Keep a copy of your letter; you'll need it if, as a last resort, you later sue your neighbor.
3. SUGGEST MEDIATION
Most cities offer free or low-cost mediation services, which means they provide an impartial mediator who will sit down with you and your neighbor and try to help you resolve your differences.
Just call the mediation service; someone there will contact the neighbor and suggest mediation. (These people are very good at convincing others to give mediation a chance.)
4. CALL THE POLICE
If you have done all of the above and your neighbor has responded by turning up the volume, now is the time to call the police (or the Animal Control officer if the problem is a barking dog). Try to get the police to come while the noise is occurring.
Of course, you can call the police on a noisy neighbor the first time the music gets too loud for your taste. But the police will be more sympathetic to your situation if they see that you have tried to solve the problem on your own.
If you are somebody who doesn’t want confrontation, here are some other tips to help you survive the noise:
1. Use white noise: White noise such as a fan or something that produces an even sound will help distract your attention from the noise and often help you go to sleep.
2. Soundproof your home. There are many professionals who can help you soundproof your home in a way that is efficient and effective.
3. Use earplugs. This may be your last resort before approaching your neighbor but for many people it works.
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