A homeowner who recently moved into a new area has been left feeling uneasy after their neighbour began complaining about the noise from their television almost from the first night. The situation escalated when the neighbour reached through the fence to tap on the homeowner's living room window.
The initial complaints
Sharing the story on Reddit, the homeowner explained that they tried to adjust by moving the TV into a room without a shared wall, using closed captions, and turning the volume as low as possible while still being able to hear. They noted that they could not hear the TV from the kitchen or outside.
Despite these efforts, the neighbour continued to complain and eventually resorted to tapping on the window. The homeowner, who lives alone and suffers from anxiety, said each incident leaves them feeling uneasy and unsafe.
Acknowledging the issue
The homeowner admitted they are not used to living so close to another house and have taken steps to mitigate the noise. They moved the TV from the bedroom to the lounge room, where walls are farther apart. During the day, the volume is set to 20-25, lowering to 12-15 near quiet hours. They also avoid content with high pitches or low bass.
A hearing test is scheduled for the following week, and the homeowner plans to check if the TV is compatible with Bluetooth headphones. To document any further harassment, they intend to install a motion light camera aimed at their own garden, ensuring it does not capture the neighbour's yard.
Online advice pours in
The Reddit post attracted numerous comments offering suggestions. One user advised: 'Turn up the volume to drown out the sound of the tapping.' Another recommended: 'Take a video. Call the police. There is an intruder on my property.' A third commenter speculated that the neighbour might be a nuisance unrelated to the TV.
Someone else suggested speaking to the neighbour politely and asking if they are tapping with a broom, then asking them to record the noise level next time. This approach might resolve the issue or confirm whether the TV is genuinely too loud.
