When you rent a place to stay, it becomes your home. You expect it to be warm, cozy and comfortable. But, when you can’t sleep or enjoy watching a TV show because the area is too noisy, that becomes a problem. That is one of the reasons renters become disgruntled with their apartment because the area is too noisy.

If you want to avoid having that unpleasant experience, pay attention to the area before you move in. Go in person and investigate. You should also do it at different times of the day. Some places may be louder in the morning or at night. See what kind of businesses are in the area.  Also, check for any possible  new construction. You can even drive by at different times of the day to see what’s going on.