Use this guide when noise from a neighbour is regularly affecting your sleep, work or wellbeing. Have a notebook or phone to record dates and times, and details of your landlord or managing agent if you rent.
Step by step
Check it is a regular problem
Note when the noise happens, how long it lasts and what it is, such as music, shouting, a dog barking or DIY. One-off events like a party are usually best tolerated or mentioned lightly. Persistent noise at unreasonable times is worth acting on.
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