Are HOUSES BUILT AS SOUNDPROOF AS THEY USEd to

Question

be built? I have been in some new houses lately,,,and man..

you can hear every thing!!

Answer 1

The quality of insulation has improved soundproofing, as well as dual and triple pane windows. But, many houses 30 years old or older were framed with a 6 inch wall, now the majority (excepting split level or 2/3 story homes) are built with a 4 inch wall. Another thing missing is the old wood siding, which was a great sound dampener, stucco or vinyl siding do nothing in comparison to wood.  

Answer 2

some are better ,some worse.

I have the most earthquake sensitive house I know of . It feels large earthquakes on the other side of the world  

Answer 3

haha tell me about it. my house is like that. build about 5 years ago.... everything is getting cheaper nowadays.... look at the difference between a car from the 70's (all were built like tanks) and most of todays cars.... cheap sheetmetal....