Sound Proofing in Reading, Berkshire (1)

Millions of households in the UK are reported to suffer from issues with noisy neighbours, which makes it no surprise that soundproofing is becoming increasingly popular as a means to tackle the problem. And for many of those homeowners, soundproofing is a great way to help reduce the unwanted noise from neighbours to a manageable level.

The results will depend on the type of soundproofing chosen, the quality of the materials used and standard of the installation process. You’ll increase the chances of the soundproofing working by choosing the most appropriate type of soundproofing for your specific noise problem and ensuring that it’s installed properly.

Common issues from noisy neighbours

The term ‘noisy neighbour’ can refer to a whole range of sound issues, so it helps to identify exactly what type of noise you’re trying to reduce or block out. You’ll typically be dealing with either airborne or impact noise.

Here are some of the most common examples of both types of noise at varying levels:

Airborne noise:

• Low level: Muffled sound from televisions, light music and muffled conversations

• Medium level: Audible television sounds and clear conversations

• High level: Loud music, home cinema with bass, shouting and other excessive noise

Impact noise:

• Low level: General footsteps, doors closing and furniture being moved

• Medium level: Banging, music bass and doors being slammed

• High level: Drum kits, loud banging and other excessive noise

Soundproofing for noisy neighbours

Once you know the type of noise you’re dealing with and the level of the unwanted sound, you can look at soundproofing solutions to help address the issue. The most effective way to soundproof a space will depend on the structure of your home and where the sound is coming from.

If you’re suffering from noisy neighbours, we would always recommend speaking to local soundproofing specialists to get their advice on exactly how best to deal with the problem.

Benefits of professional soundproofing companies

There are a number of reasons why hiring professional soundproofing installers to soundproof your home can be a very smart move:

• Experienced soundproofing specialist will have the experience to help you choose the right solution for your home

• Enjoy peace of mind knowing that the work will be carried out safely and securely to a professional standard

• A local tradesperson can offer advice before you start the project so you know what to expect and how much it will cost

• Save yourself the time and hassle of carrying out the work yourself

Need help soundproofing against noisy neighbours?

Whether you need to soundproof your walls, floors, ceiling or whole house, it’s always helpful to get advice from local soundproofing companies before you get started.

Find the best local soundproofing specialists near you with our quick and easy online search. Or request a quote and we’ll reach out to multiple local tradespeople for you and they’ll get in touch with you directly.

The cost to soundproof a house will depend on the extent of soundproofing needed and what type of soundproofing solution you choose. Below we’ve put together some average costs to help you start planning your budget.

Soundproof room cost

Soundproofing is often installed room by room, where needed, so it can be useful to start by looking at average costs to soundproof a room. The average cost to soundproof a room with 25m2 walls and 10m2 floor and ceiling is somewhere in the region of £11,050 - £20,650.

Here’s a breakdown of those costs:

• Insulating existing stud wall (materials + labour) – £1,800 per wall

• Insulating floor (materials + labour) – £2,100

• Insulating ceiling (materials + labour) – £1,750

• Create insulated stud wall (materials + labour) – £4,200 per wall

• Create insulated stud floor (materials + labour) – £2,100

• Create insulated stud ceiling (materials + labour) – £1,750

Labour costs to soundproof a house

When planning a soundproofing project, the labour cost is one of the biggest factors that will influence the total price you pay. The bigger the job and the longer it takes, the higher the labour cost will be.

As a rough guide, you can expect to pay soundproofing installers around £35 - £40 per hour or £300 per day for a two-person team – depending on the complexity of the job and the experience of the individual tradespeople.

Factors affecting the cost of soundproofing a house

There are a number of factors that will influence the price you pay to soundproof your house. They include:

• Size of your property

• Scale of soundproofing needed

• Type of soundproofing

• Quantity and quality of materials used

• Complexity of the soundproofing installation

• Where you live

Quotes for the cost to soundproof a house

To get accurate costs for soundproofing a house, we always recommend getting at least three quotes from local soundproofing companies near you. By shopping around you can make sure you're paying a fair and competitive price for the work.

Thankfully, our request a quote tool makes getting multiple quotes super easy. Simply post details about the work that you need help with and we’ll send it out to the best local soundproofing specialists in your area, who will contact you directly. Try it out – it's quick and easy!

If you’re specifically looking at soundproofing a wall, the cost will vary depending on the type of soundproofing you choose. You’ll typically have the option to insulate an existing stud wall by adding soundproofing materials into the wall itself or, alternatively, create a new insulated stud wall that attaches to the outside of an existing wall.

Soundproof wall costs

Here are some of the average costs to soundproof a wall in the UK:

• Create an insulated stud wall (25m2) – £1,800 - £4,200

• Add acoustic plasterboard with batons (25m2) – £1,700 - £2,600

• Insulate existing stud wall (25m2) – £1,100 - £1,800

When planning to soundproof walls in your home, you’ll need to consider the structure of your house and where the noise is coming from. It’s also very helpful to identify the types of unwanted noise that you’re hoping to reduce or block out – that way a soundproofing specialist can advise you on the most appropriate solution for the problem.

Some of the most common materials used for soundproofing walls include:

• Acoustic plasterboards

• Soundproof rubber mats and membranes

• Acoustic sealants

• Putty pads

It’s often helpful to discuss the soundproofing options available with local soundproofing companies. They’ll be able to offer you advice on which materials are best for your home, what the installation involves, and how much it will all cost.

Quotes for soundproof wall costs

The best way to get accurate costs for soundproof walls is to speak to a number of local soundproofing companies. By discussing the details of your project with local soundproofing specialists, they’ll be able to give you a more detailed breakdown of the work involved and how much it is likely to cost.

Luckily, when it comes to finding reliable, experienced local soundproofing installers in Reading, we can do a lot of the legwork for you. Our request a quote tool makes getting multiple quotes super easy. Simply post details about the soundproofing work that you need help with and we’ll send it out to the best local tradespeople in your area, who will contact you directly. Try it out – it's quick and easy!

There are a number of methods that professional soundproofing installers will use to soundproof a room, from creating a second wall to insulating your existing walls. Here’s an overview of some of the most common ways in which a professional will soundproof a room:

1. Create a second wall

If you have the space to use and sufficient budget, one of the most effective ways to soundproof a room is to create a brand new second wall within the room. The space between the new and existing walls is then filled with soundproofing materials, such as rubber or foam, to absorb sound.

2. Attach a new insulated stud wall to your existing wall

If you’re short on space in the room, you can still install a new stud wall but, instead of creating a gap, you simply attach it to your existing wall. You’ll still lose a bit of space but less so than creating a new independent wall. This option isn’t quite as effective as creating a standalone wall, but it will still give you a decent level of soundproofing.

3. Insulate an existing stud wall

For rooms where you want to maximise every inch of space, you might want to insulate your existing stud walls. By installing soundproofing materials into the wall itself, you’ll reduce airborne noise coming through the wall – although it won’t do much to tackle impact noise.

4. Install rubber mat and plasterboard

One of the most straightforward ways to soundproof a room is to attach thick rubber matting and plasterboard to your existing walls or floor. This will absorb sound and help reduce airborne noise travelling through the wall.

Want to find out more about local soundproofing services?

Whether you know what type of soundproofing you need or you’re at a loss and need professional advice, it’s always helpful to speak to local soundproofing specialists. Experienced soundproofing installers will be able to explain what your options are, how much it will cost, and which might be the best approach for your home.

Keen to get started? Search for the best local soundproofing companies in Reading and get in touch with them yourself. Alternatively, you can get multiple quotes from local soundproofing experts by using our request a quote feature – simply post details of what you need and we’ll get reliable local tradespeople to contact you directly.