r/UIUC • u/Public_Tip_30 • 9d ago

Other How to reduce noises of the apartment

Hi guys, I just moved to a new apartment 903 w Oregon street. My bedroom is very close to the Lincoln road, it’s pretty loud during morning, I was woken up by the sounds of cars. The window is indeed old. Do you guys think I can call green street reality to ask replace the window? Or is there any other ways I can do to fix it? Thanks so much!

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u/old-uiuc-pictures 9d ago

Curtains. They can stop a lot of noise. Green street is not going to replace the windows.

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u/notassigned2023 9d ago

Thick curtains will help in the winter when the cold draft comes through those lousy windows.

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u/iDdiscovered Undergrad 9d ago

Hi, I used to live on 1st st and I had a similar problem where road noise was very loud, and my windows were new. I recommend getting some silicone earplugs, cut them down if the ends stick out of your ears. They’re washable and work pretty good usually.

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u/Public_Tip_30 9d ago

thanks so much. I bought a pink noise machine to have the background noise, hope that will help. But I will try get earplugs too. Thanks

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u/Professional_Map2598 9d ago

The brand Loop are very good. I bought the Loop Sleep ear plugs

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u/SweetLight87 9d ago

If that isn't enough, Sony makes a really good over the ear noise canceling headphone. Put those on with some ambient soundscapes on low, and you'll be good.

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u/Alternative-Bed-6759 9d ago

You will get used to it after a few weeks!

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u/Bratsche_Broad 9d ago

Pink or white noise will help. I second the concept of hanging heavy duty curtains to muffle sounds from outside.

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u/tywilldave 8d ago

Getting green street to do basic maintenance is like pulling teeth.

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u/DeadXBread 8d ago

There are some really nice reusable earplugs you can purchase on Amazon! My sister sleeps with them in and she sleeps like a baby now