Noise Investigation of Whistling Plumbing Pipes

Noise Control Case Study | August 5, 2019  | Ivan Koval

Recently a client called me to investigate noise in his commercial unit located next to a dentist’s office.  I have had a similar case previously, but this one was different. The noise sounded like an organ pipe whistle.

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Noise Investigation of Whistling Plumbing Pipes

Neighborhood Noise From a Roller Coaster

Noise Control Case Study | July 1, 2019  | Ivan Koval

I am interested in all aspects of acoustics, including neighborhood noise. Occasionally, when I find something very interesting and well presented, I share it in my blog.

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Neighborhood Noise From a Roller Coaster

Dubious Soundproofing Advice on You Tube

Soundproofing | February 22, 2019  | Ivan Koval

YouTube offers a vast collection of advice videos on virtually any topic, including soundproofing. However, the quality of these videos varies widely — from unreliable or even absurd to genuinely informative — and it is often difficult to tell the difference.

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Dubious Soundproofing Advice on You Tube

Are you renovating? Consider noise control!

Soundproofing | December 15, 2018  | Ivan Koval

Whether you are carrying out a home renovation as a contractor or commissioning one as a homeowner, it is essential to consider soundproofing and noise control. This aspect of renovation is often overlooked, but neglecting it is a mistake.

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Are you renovating? Consider noise control!

How much soundproofing do I need?

Soundproofing | November 20, 2018  | Ivan Koval

My clients frequently ask this simple question about soundproofing and STC rating.  But the answer is not simple, and needs some explanation.

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How much soundproofing do I need?

A Neighbour Complains About Your Piano Playing

Condominium Noise | May 21, 2018  | Ivan Koval

I recently received a call from a client seeking a solution to a noise problem. She lives in a condominium apartment, and her neighbour has been complaining about piano playing in her unit. Although she has already implemented some soundproofing measures, the complaints have continued.

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A Neighbour Complains About Your Piano Playing

Botched Duplex Soundproofing

Soundproofing | March 12, 2018  | Ivan Koval

A client called me to help with a duplex soundproofing. When I visited the client, I have discovered a newly renovated duplex house that the client has converted from a single family to a two-story duplex, with apartments on first and second floor. The client had a contractor to build it as a two apartment

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Botched Duplex Soundproofing

Condominium Buyers, Beware of Noise!

Condominium Noise | January 15, 2018  | Ivan Koval

People looking to buy a condominium apartment expect that the apartment will be quiet and pleasant to enjoy.  They have this expectation about noise especially if the condominium is expensive. Often, they are disappointed.

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Condominium Buyers, Beware of Noise!