By Michael Lentin On Monday, Rep. Joseph Crowley announced a new bill that will help schools disturbed by train and subway noise to finally reach a peaceful solution. One primary school in particular has fought to bring the issue to the limelight. PS85Q, in Astoria, Queens, sits a mere 50 feet from the MTA’s N/Q […]
By Michael Lentin Horns honking. Speakers blaring. Tires screeching. Thousands walking and talking at leisure. For cities in which excessive noise is a constant battle, many residents have begun an avid search to find solutions. New York City is notorious for its roaring nightlife, thin walls, noisy neighbors and loud traffic, making it one of […]
By Michael Lentin How Much Does a Soundproof Window Cost? Once you’ve decided to upgrade your home with double pane, Soundproof Windows, your next question will probably be, “how much do Soundproof Windows cost?” There’s no doubt that Soundproof Windows are a significant investment. But what you spend you’ll quickly earn back in peace of […]
By Michael Lentin Once you’ve decided to upgrade your home with Soundproof Windows, you’ll need to make some choices that impact the price and efficacy of your project. When choosing the number of panes, Window thickness, and installation style, first consider location, budget, and starting noise level. How Double Pane Soundproof Windows Work Most Soundproof […]
By Mike Lentin Ever wonder why your neighbor’s place is hushed and silent, when yours is alive with ambient sound—even though you live on the same street? The answer lies in the STC rating of your walls and Windows. STC stands for Sound Transmission Class. An STC rating is a measurement of how much airborne […]
By Michael Lentin Vaulted ceilings, ornate crown moldings, hardwood floors, and old-world charm. New York City’s historic pre-war buildings are some of the most gorgeous in the entire metropolis. As beautiful as these apartments and office buildings constructed before World War II are, their thicker walls often aren’t enough to eliminate noise pollution in an […]
Most household furnishings are susceptible to various damages no matter where they are placed at home. This, however, doesn’t mean the damage to your home can’t be prevented. The features of energy efficient Windows can help homeowners protect their belongings, thanks to their ability to prevent harmful elements from getting indoors. These include dust, drafts, […]
Proper care and maintenance are crucial to any significant investment. You wouldn’t go 20,000 miles without changing the oil in your car; and forgetting to winterize your home before temperatures plummet isn’t the best idea. At CitiQuiet, we hold our interior Soundproof Windows in similar regard; recommending that clients inspect theirs once a month for […]
