What is the best fence option to reduce backyard noise pollution?
Depending on the location of your home, noise pollution can be a primary concern when considering the enjoyment of your backyard. For many homeowners, backyards are a highly utilized space to enjoy time with friends, family, and pets. For others, backyards are a place to host and entertain or relax by the pool. Whatever your backyard usage is, a safe and noise-protected backyard can help you enjoy your backyard to its fullest.
For homes located on busy roads or neighborhoods, city areas, high traffic or construction areas, or near homes with small children or dogs, noise pollution could stand in the way of your ideal peaceful retreat backyard. Whether the noise is temporary or permanent, it can be frustrating when it impacts your ability to enjoy your own property. Whatever the reason your backyard is noisy, there are solutions available to help make your dream backyard come true! The following fence options are available to control noise pollution:
Noise Barrier Fencing
These types of fences are specially designed to be used as noise or sound barriers. In general, you will want to look for a solid fence because the more solid a fence is, the quieter it will be. Sound waves are reflected by dense objects. The double-layered design will allow for extra noise protection in your backyard and absorb the sound before it reaches your home. A second layer can be installed around your fence, allowing sound waves to bounce off and get caught between the two fences. This ultimately will leave you with trapped noise that won’t make it to your backyard and disturb your ideal backyard oasis.
Wooden Privacy Fencing
Wooden privacy fences have tall pickets which block out sound well. This is a recommended option for those looking for permanent sound reduction instead of temporary fencing when the sound pollution is anticipated to be a temporary problem. For homes with children, wooden privacy fencing is great because it not only provides noise protection but it also provides the much-needed privacy that many homeowners seek in a backyard. The privacy will ensure safety for your children, as well as any pets you might also have.
Temporary Fencing
Temporary fencing is a great option for situations where the noise pollution in the backyard is only expected to be temporary. Examples of temporary noises could be things like construction areas, road or street work that may take several months to complete, or large events taking place in the neighborhood. Temporary noise can be frustrating for homeowners, especially when the noise lasts for several months or longer than expected.
The great thing about temporary fencing options is that they can help reduce noise pollution for a short amount of time without having to commit to the expense or work of more permanent fencing options. The installation of temporary fencing is done with a solid hoarding panel made of steel, which will provide sound protection.
Vinyl Panel Fencing
Vinyl Panel Fencing is one of the most affordable options for those looking for noise reduction without paying a high price. Vinyl panel fencing is quite durable and will hold up in almost any type of environment and weather conditions. They are easy to maintain and long-lasting, making them a popular choice when it comes to fence options to reduce backyard noise pollution. Some options are more of the traditional picket-style appearance. However, this can leave larger gaps where sound moves freely. Therefore, the options for vinyl fencing will depend on how concerned with noise pollution the consumer is.
Vinyl panel fencing has large solid panels which offer the best protection against noise. For backyards with small children, vinyl panel fencing is a great choice. In addition, they can be installed on hills or sloped backyards.
Ready to fence in your backyard?
If you are interested in these options, we recommend contacting our team of fencing professionals to help you determine the best noise-reducing fencing option for your home and individual needs. The temporary fence will be specifically positioned to block out the source of the noise that is the primary concern. Contact us today to learn more!
