{"id":66516,"date":"2019-08-23T14:06:12","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T21:06:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=66516"},"modified":"2020-10-09T19:41:46","modified_gmt":"2020-10-10T02:41:46","slug":"how-to-reduce-traffic-noise-backyard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/how-to-reduce-traffic-noise-backyard\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reduce Traffic Noise in Your Backyard"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Excessive noise levels are unpleasant, to say the least, especially in your backyard. Your outside space should be a peaceful oasis where you and your family can unwind and enjoy the outdoors.<\/span> However, whether it\u2019s traffic noise, construction, lawn mowers, or neighborhood kids playing in the street, bothersome sounds can find their way into your home.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

As well as being irritating, research suggests that excessive noise pollution can also affect a person\u2019s wellbeing. Noise pollution is linked to a number of health issues including stress, poor concentration, hearing loss, and irregular sleeping patterns. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to reduce outside noise and enjoy your<\/span> backyard<\/span> space with a renewed sense of calm.<\/span><\/p>\n

Minimize Traffic Noise with Walls and Fencing<\/b><\/h2>\n

Building a wall or a tall fence is one of the most effective ways to stop sound from making its way into your backyard. If you live in a particularly loud area, near a highway in downtown<\/span> Chicago<\/span><\/a> for example, you may consider a masonry wall, modular wall, or an acoustic fence. However, if the sound levels in your neighborhood are minimal, you can instead opt for a sturdy wooden fence.<\/span><\/p>\n

When determining what type of obstruction is best for your outdoor space, be sure to consider the following characteristics that shape the sound-blocking quality of these noise barriers:<\/span><\/p>\n