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2. How to Reduce Noise Pollution in Your Yard

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   green landscape solutions for noise As suburban sprawl continues and traffic demands increase everywhere, more homeowners are faced with an annoying byproduct: noise. But there are numerous ways ...

3. Noise barrier - Wikipedia

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   Within 15–50 m from the roadside, air pollution concentration levels at the lee side of the noise barriers may be reduced by up to 50% compared to open road values. [13] Noise barriers force the pollution plumes coming from the road to move up and over the barrier creating the effect of an elevated source and enhancing vertical dispersion of ...

4. Road barrier effect - Wikipedia

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   Studies have found that reducing the speed at which drivers travel along the road produces less noise, potentially reducing the road's barrier effect. [6] The reduction in noise coming from the highway is assumed to make the road surface less intimidating for animals, potentially allowing crossings to take place.

5. Noise control - Wikipedia

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   An effective model for noise control is the source, path, and receiver model by Bolt and Ingard. [9] Hazardous noise can be controlled by reducing the noise output at its source, minimizing the noise as it travels along a path to the listener, and providing equipment to the listener or receiver to attenuate the noise.

6. These Landscaping Moves Can Add Thousands to Your Home ... - AOL

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   Make difficult terrain usable. If you have a hilly property, go the extra mile to add retaining walls to create usable outdoor space. "Creating and revitalizing spaces with complicated terrain can ...

7. 7 Landscaping Tips That Can Help Keep Water Out of Your ... - AOL

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   Landscaping to prevent water from damaging your home or flooding your basement is a smart strategy. Learn seven easy steps that everyone, from gardening newbies to seasoned pros, can try.