Converted period properties
Large Regency and Victorian houses split into flats often transmit footsteps and voices between floors.
What usually worksSidmouth, Devon
Soundproofing in Sidmouth
Sidmouth's Regency and Victorian buildings, seafront flats and holiday lets bring their own challenges. Noise between converted flats is common, and many properties need a light touch to protect their character.
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Common problems
Noise we're asked about in Sidmouth
Neighbour noise
Shared walls in terraces and older semis let TV and conversation through.
What usually worksSeafront and busy weeks
Seafront traffic and busy event weeks such as FolkWeek can make front bedrooms noisy.
What usually worksHoliday lets
Better separation between units means fewer complaints and better reviews.
What usually worksMuch of Sidmouth is a conservation area with many listed buildings. Internal alterations to a listed building can need listed building consent, so check with East Devon District Council before work starts. We'll work to whatever is agreed.
Secondary glazing is often the most sympathetic way to cut street noise in period homes, because the original windows stay in place.
What we do
Soundproofing services in Sidmouth
Party walls
Independent linings and acoustic clip systems for noise from next door.
Ceilings & floors
Acoustic ceilings and floor upgrades for footsteps and noise from above.
Bedrooms & traffic noise
Secondary glazing, sealing and wall upgrades for a quieter night.
Studios & vocal booths
Room-within-a-room builds that keep music and singing in.
Offices & commercial
Speech privacy for offices, meeting rooms and treatment rooms.
Conversions & Part E
Separating walls and floors built to Building Regulations Part E.
How it works
Simple from start to finish
- 01
Free site survey
We visit, listen and find where the noise is actually getting in.
- 02
Clear written quote
What we'll build, how much room you'll lose and what improvement to expect.
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Careful installation
Your home protected, dust kept down, and the room left ready to decorate.
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Handover & certificate
A Terbium certificate with a QR code anyone can use to check it's genuine.
"Tom pays so much attention to detail and really cares about his work. He takes the time to explain and discuss everything… We now have so much more peace and quiet in our living room and it feels a lot more private."
Questions from Sidmouth homeowners
Can you soundproof a listed building?+
Often, yes, with reversible, sympathetic methods. Listed building consent may be needed for internal work, so check with the council first. We're happy to provide details of what we propose.
Is secondary glazing allowed on period homes?+
It's usually the preferred approach because the original windows are kept, but for listed buildings check with the council before fitting.
Is the site survey free?+
Yes. We visit, assess the noise and give you a written quote with no obligation to go ahead.
Will I need planning permission?+
Soundproofing inside your own home doesn't normally need planning permission or Building Regulations approval. Listed buildings and conversions into flats are the main exceptions.
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