can render a room useless for it’s intended purpose. An overly reverberant ClassRoom or Courthouse can be like a swimming pool, making speech very difficult to understand. Many modern pubs and restaurants have harsh lively acoustics which are stressful to be in. This is bad for business.
Conversely an acoustic environment designed or treated for purpose can render speech intelligible, or greatly enhance a room’s ambience. This becomes critical in music listening or performing spaces.
can range from background to annoying to ear damaging. It can be stopped, made tolerable and safe.
In a Noise Survey, we can measure and quantify the noise and identify it’s source. We can then suggest ways to reduce or contain it. This can protect hearing, reduce stress, and solve conflicts.
Dan FitzGerald has spent several decades working with the musical side of sound. His recordings have achieved international recognition. To round this off he is now dedicated to creating the best possible sonic environments for people as they live and work. Irish Acoustics is the vehicle set up to achieve that. Dan is a member of the Institute of Acoustics. As such his work is certified and is legally recognised.
We use industry leading Bruel and Kjaer measurement equipment.
Our Noise Surveys and Sound Transmission Tests are performed to ISO Standards.
Since 2007 IA have helped dozens of clients locally and internationally on the web.