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Ep. 122 | How Acoustic Requirements Could Add Thousands to Your Build

Ep. 122 | How Acoustic Requirements Could Add Thousands to Your Build

Update: 2025-11-09
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If your land sits near a highway or train line, it may fall under an Acoustic Overlay - and that can add thousands to your build. In this episode, we unpack what these requirements mean, how they affect your design, and what to check in your contract before you sign.


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3:55 - What Is an Acoustic Overlay?


6:55 - What It Means for Your Home Design 


11:21 - The Customer’s Role


14:25 - Myth Busting & FAQs 



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Ep. 122 | How Acoustic Requirements Could Add Thousands to Your Build

Ep. 122 | How Acoustic Requirements Could Add Thousands to Your Build

Colin Bischof & Darren Brennan