Comments on: How do I build a sound barrier outdoors? Truck traffic is loud, and 100 feet from my property?

By: bokbok2

bokbok2 — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:50:59 +0000

There are some trees that grow rapidly and provide a sound barrier if you plant them close enough. Check with a local nursery. It will also provide some privacy and will probably be less costly than a wood fence.
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By: b r

b r — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 22:09:59 +0000

paper egg crates on wall outside
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By: NubbY

NubbY — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:40:59 +0000

a hedge! or any vegitation 3′ or taller
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By: 6kidsANDalwaysFIXINGsomething

6kidsANDalwaysFIXINGsomething — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 21:25:59 +0000

You’ll have to complain to the town first. Then, you’ll have to get permission and build an "acoustical fence" (plans available everywhere). Usually, these fences are 12-14′ high and made from 6X6 posts and 2X6 boards. This may not be allowed in the area and thus the need to consult the town first. They may have a provision in their bylaws that if there’s a complaint either THEY pay for the fence or at least split the cost with you. Check it out.
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Had a similar problem once and got a free fence.

By: cheezy

cheezy — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:56:59 +0000

a tall solid wood fence
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By: canadians_are_imbeciles1

canadians_are_imbeciles1 — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:24:59 +0000

call the town you live in and see what they can do.. if they refuse to do anything, call the local news to see if they want to do a human interest story on the noise you have to put up with. you pay taxes and deserve to get some peace and quite. did you get a property tax discount for living there? i would venture to say NO, so if you can’t take care of it privately, then take care of it in the media
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good luck

By: rightasrain(most of the time)

rightasrain(most of the time) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 20:06:59 +0000

Pyramid cedars block out alot of noise once they have grown to a 5 foot height and you are legal.
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