Noise pollution has become increasingly problematic in homes. With the rise of teleworking, it is now essential to work on the soundproofing of your home. And that's good, because when you build, special care is taken in this regard. Maisons SIC, builder of perfectly well-insulated new homes for over 50 years, tells you more…
Protecting yourself from noise pollution: a health issue
Noise has become a major public health problem.
In Europe, 20% of the population, or more than 100 million people, are exposed to excessive noise pollution., mainly due to road traffic. This prolonged exposure reduces healthy life expectancy, with Europeans losing an average of eight months. Noise pollution is not limited to the city : they also affect rural areas, particularly near highways or farms.
Noise has multiple consequences on health. In addition to hearing loss, it can cause stress, sleep disturbances and cardiovascular disease. In children, it can lead to cognitive delays and learning difficulties. The impacts are not only human: animals also suffer, with their behavior and biological cycles disrupted by high noise levels.
Teleworking: a new sound problem
With the rise of teleworking, noise has become a key issue at home. More and more workers are looking to create a quiet space to stay productive and focused.
However, external noise pollution, such as traffic or construction work, as well as noise related to daily life, such as children or neighbors, complicates this quest for tranquility. A poorly soundproofed house can quickly become an obstacle to well-being and professional efficiency.
Global solutions to reduce noise pollution
To improve sound insulation, Several options exist, including technical. Double glazing, using sound-absorbing materials in walls and ceilings, or installing solid doors can significantly reduce noise. Investing in specific equipment, such as acoustic panels for teleworking spaces, can also be a solution.
At a more “societal” level, better urban infrastructure can reduce external noise pollution. Roads with quiet surfaces or speed limits reduce the noise impact of traffic. At home, creating green spaces or plant barriers provides a sense of calm, even if their direct effect on noise remains limited.
favor residential areas away from major roads or industrial areas becomes a priority for buyers.
A Qualitel study of 2023 shows that 40% of future owners place the absence of noise pollution among their essential criteriaProtecting your sound environment means preserving your health and that of your family.
Find out about external noise pollution when choosing your land
When choosing a plot of land to build your future home, you need to find out about external noise pollution. Noise can significantly impact the comfort of daily life. Traffic noise, industrial activities, proximity to airports or even party areas: each factor must be taken into account to guarantee a peaceful and healthy living environment.
The impact of noise pollution is not limited to hearing discomfort. Prolonged exposure to noise can cause stress, fatigue, sleep disturbances, or even more serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease. These risks underline the importance of a thorough analysis before any land purchase.
How to assess noise pollution from a site?
To avoid unpleasant surprises, there are several methods for assessing the noise pollution of a location.
Consult the noise maps available in town halls or on official websitesThese maps indicate the areas most exposed to road, rail or industrial noise.
You can also visit the field at different times of the day and of the week to observe the sound environment.
The neighborhood is a valuable source of information. Don't hesitate to ask locals how they feel.
Technological tools, such as mobile sound measurement applications, can also help you get accurate data on the ambient noise level.
Maisons SIC, a partner for an informed choice in your individual home
Maisons SIC, builder of individual houses, supports its clients at every stage of their project, including the choice of land. Thanks to our expertise and knowledge of local areas, Our teams can help you identify the locations best suited to your needs in terms of peace and quiet..
Urban artist Maisons SIC integrates innovative solutions into its constructions to limit external noise impacts. By using high-quality insulating materials and designing suitable plans, they guarantee a calm and pleasant interior environment, even in more exposed areas.
The future of sound in your home
Choosing land without noise pollution also means thinking about the long-term value of your property. A house built in a quiet environment will not only be more pleasant to live in, but also more attractive on the real estate market.
Contact Maisons SIC to obtain the guarantee of personalized support to identify the best opportunities and design a living space where serenity and well-being are combined.
Because a real estate project is not limited to building a house, Maisons SIC helps you imagine a peaceful and sustainable future.
Indoor noise pollution: easily reduce it when building your house
Building a house also means anticipating the acoustic comfort of its occupants. Indoor noise pollution, often neglected, can nevertheless have a significant impact on the quality of daily life. Whether it's impact noises like heels or equipment-related noises, there are simple and effective solutions to reduce them right from the design stage of your home.
Suitable materials for effective insulation
One of the main ways to reduce indoor noise pollution is to use high-performance materials.
Soundproof plasterboards, for example, are an excellent option for separating different rooms in the house and limiting the spread of noise. They effectively absorb sound and are often combined with mineral insulation, such as rock wool, which reinforce thermal and acoustic insulation.
By choosing these materials during construction, you ensure daily peace and quiet by limiting disturbances from neighboring rooms.
Optimizing your home design
Room layout plays a key role in managing indoor noise pollution. For example, it is advisable to keep rooms away from noisy equipment such as washing machines or controlled mechanical ventilation (CMV). The proper distribution of rooms, with areas dedicated to noisy activities separated from rest areas, helps ensure better acoustic comfort.
Maisons SIC, with its expertise, supports you in this process to offer you an optimal layout of your interior.
Ventilation and equipment: choosing wisely for less noise
Some equipment, such as to heat pumps or boilers, can generate noise pollution inside the home. It is therefore essential to choose them carefully, favoring quiet models. For example, high-end models of pellet stoves or thermodynamic water heaters are often quieter, which contributes to a peaceful interior atmosphere.
Urban artist installing a Well-sized VMC, with discreet air vents, helps prevent annoying noise in bedrooms or other living spaces.
Windows and doors adapted for complete insulation
The windows and portes also play a crucial role in the soundproofing of a home. Classic double glazing can reduce outside noise, but for a home located in a noisy environment, it is advisable to opt for reinforced acoustic glazing.
En parallèle, interior doors with insulating core help limit the spread of noise from one room to another. This ensures optimal comfort, particularly in bedrooms or bathrooms, where calm is essential.
Reduce interior noise pollution from the construction stage is a valuable investment to improve the well-being of the inhabitants. Thanks to suitable materials, careful design and well-chosen equipment, it is possible to create a house where noise does not disrupt daily life.
With Maisons SIC, benefit from tailor-made support to integrate these solutions from the design phase and build the house of your dreams, with complete peace of mind.
