The price of peace and quiet
The buzz of the fridge, the sound of the toilet running, the thump of the newspaper when it hits the front steps — even the quietest sounds in a house have been more perceptible over the past 20 months, given how many more people are spending concentrated time at home. For those living in semi-detached homes, rows or condominiums, other noises that have never been more pronounced are the ones coming from their neighbours.