The Noise Levels Nobody Mentions in Highway-Adjacent Areas
In house hunting, especially in busy metropolises like Pune, location is often more important than any other factor. Proximity to highways promises excellent connectivity with shorter commutes and access to all essentials quite easily. But there is one elephant in the room that most property listings conveniently skip over: the noise levels in highway-adjacent areas. If you have ever been to a show flat off a major road, you'll have noticed how quiet everything seems: the windows are shut, the AC hums along, and the sales representative talks about the "stunning highway views." What they're not talking about is what happens when you're trying to sleep at 2 AM and a convoy of trucks rumbles past your bedroom window. Now, let's talk about what nobody wants to discuss—and more importantly, what you can actually do about it. Understanding the Real Impact of Highway Noise Decibel Levels: The Numbers That Matter Highway noise is not just an annoyance; it is a meas...