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    TLDR: Pricey but worth it. Don't expect 100% silence. I bought a great new place last year in a hurry. The price was a steal, but the only problem was the L tracks that ran next to the building outside my bedroom window. Though I was in one of the higher floors, the sound of the train going over the tracks would fill the bedroom. After months of research I decided to go with Soundproof Chicago for an estimate. Mike came over shortly. He took measurements and explained to me the difference between them and their competitors. Although the price was steep, I really needed some quiet from the train because I'm a night owl and often sleep in. A couple months later the fabrication of the inserts were finished and ready for install. I wasn't in town for the installation, but my friends who were here said the installers were polite and professional. They did a good job of keeping the work space clean. I waited a couple of months with the inserts to write this review. I'm very happy with them. I don't get woken randomly by the sound of the train anymore. Is it 100% silent? No, but muffled and muted. The loud clanking sound of the wheels going over the tracks is gone. Thanks Mike and Mary!

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    Purchasing a condo next to the El is undoubtedly a common occurrence in Chicago. Perhaps something one would get used to with typical double hung windows or picture windows. There are a few older conversion buildings that have large bays of windows from its industrial/commercial past. We are in that category. With window bays spanning 15' wide and 8' tall (see photos) and located on the 4th floor (2 floors above the El) the combination of street noise and El often proved a nuisance. This is where Michael (business) and his father Hector (installation) along with other family members and colleagues of Soundproof Chicago come in. From the beginning inquiry they were responsive via e-mail or telephone, transparent with their process and friendly throughout. Providing great options and solutions given our specific situation. The large interior slider windows (about 50" x 98" per pane) that they installed not only cut the average sound by 10-20 dB but even decreased our average temperature by 2-3 degrees (super helpful during ChiBeria this winter). We are now having them come in to install the other room. We are not only completely satisfied with the effectiveness/efficiency of the windows but I'm sure when we decide to put the unit on the market, it will draw a few more potential buyers. Also, these windows helped us get a Residential Energy Efficieny Credit for our taxes this year. Win, win and win.

    Bedroom windows perfectly match existing windows

    We did a lot of research on ways to reduce the outside noise coming through our sliding door and windows. We found several companies that offered solutions. The most impressive was CitiQuiet, but they are in New York, and we're in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. We tried finding someone local, but the few we found kept pushing either a DIY job, which unless you're a contractor or work in construction, this is far from a DIY project. One closer location specialized in this, but said we would have to arrange for a local contractor to do the installation, and the owner said he would walk them through it over the phone. Plus, we would have to take delivery of the heavy windows and frames. Not ideal, because we live in a condo. They also wanted us to take the measurements, and while we can certainly measure windows, it can be tricky and we needed this to be accurate. We were looking for someone to do the complete job (BTW-one bedroom window space is slightly larger than the other bedroom window space). We finally called CitiQuiet in NYC, and explained the situation and were referred to their affiliate in Chicago, Soundproof Chicago. We explained how we wanted someone to handle the project from A-Z, and they said they absolutely could. We even wanted our windows tinted, and they also coordinated that with a company out of Orlando. We were impressed when Michael Ibarra of Soundproof Chicago said he would fly down, at his expense, to do the consultation and measurements. This is before any commitment or signed contract. Mike is awesome, super nice, very knowledgeable, and walked us through the entire process, and explained the options with no pressure or upselling. I was even wanting their 1" double glass for the balcony sliding doors, thinking it would maximize the soundproofing, but he showed me how it might not need that more expensive option, plus with our large balcony doors, the 1" glass might not be feasible. After meeting with him, we knew we had made the right choice. After providing a down payment, the windows were ordered, and after about 6 weeks, they were installed (It took a little longer due to coordinating long distance logistics and the pandemic). Mike, his father and Xavier flew down to do the install. They managed it all, making sure everything was done to specs, and all condo rules were followed. They even have a patent on their window framing system, so it's a unique feature in doing the best job of dampening sound vibrations. We knew the windows would help reduce outside noise, but didn't know how much it'd help until we experienced the difference after the install was complete (they finished in a little more than a day). It's amazing just how much outside noise is blocked. We live on the Intracoastal Waterway across from a popular restaurant, and with customers leaving late at night, and the late night cleaning crew getting started, there can be a lot of noise. Also, some boats cruising by will play their music too loud. In the morning, delivery and garbage trucks and leaf blowers start arriving, plus the restaurant has live bands outside on weekend afternoons and evenings. We now hear very little to none of that anymore. I had been using a white noise generator in my bedroom to try to drown out all the noise, now I don't even need it. Thanks to Mike and his team for restoring our peace, and being able to keep our condo versus selling it and moving, plus this adds resale value. No matter where you live in the U.S., if you are in a noisy environment, I highly recommend contacting Soundproof Chicago. They also can make your walls and ceilings quieter too.

    Bedroom ceiling during soundproofing process

    We live in Roscoe Village, and are the middle unit in a 3 flat condo building. Since we moved in, we'd discussed soundproofing our bedroom ceiling, as we constantly hear every step and noise above us. The building was built in 2001, and they did virtually no insulating between floors. We finally had Michael come out to do an evaluation, and from the moment we met him were so impressed. He took the time to explain exactly what they would recommend doing, and even dissuaded us from soundproofing our attached bath, explaining that just doing the bedroom and shutting the door would eliminate noises. I was so impressed that he didn't take that opportunity to upsell us. Throughout the week-long project, Michael's entire team was respectful, clean, prompt and professional. They would send us progress photos throughout the day, and cleaned up after themselves each evening. Michael went above and beyond to provide us amazing service, even re-painting our closet doors for us when the painters tape removed paint. So far, after about a week being back in our bedroom, we've noticed an amazing difference. I'm no longer woken up by noise above me, and can barely hear it when I am awake. Getting a full night's sleep has been wonderful! I wish we could find contractors just like Michael for all of our projects. I would highly recommend him and his entire team.

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