Let’s face the facts… living next to a construction zone isn’t glamorous by any means, but there is work that needs to be done.

Whether than means you’re getting new roads or a new housing complex across the street, don’t let the noise drive you mad.

While living next to a construction zone isn’t ideal, there are ways to minimize the effects it has on you and your Downey apartment.

Whether it’s short term or long term, here are a few ways to reduce the amount of noise pollution in your apartment:

1. Install acoustic curtains
2. Add a thick window film to the glass
3. Use white noise
4. Use a white noise machine
5. Invest in noise cancelling headphones
6. Address the noise pollution with your municipal noise control officer