September 28, 2026 at 11:24 am

My Neighbor’s Kids Were Screaming At 2 AM, And When I Asked Nicely, She Ignored Me, So I’m Thinking About Fighting Noise With Noise

by Heide Lazaro

Woman feeling sad and couldn't sleep on her bed

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Apartment living can become difficult when neighbors refuse to respect quiet hours.

The following story involves a woman who struggled with a neighbor whose children were stomping at 2 a.m.

She had already spoken to him, contacted the apartment manager, and called the police about the noise… but nothing has changed.

So now, she’s considering a much louder way to get his attention.

Do you think that’s a good solution? Read the full story below for all the details.

Noisy dang neighbor

I have tried to be polite, and he just slams the door in my face.

It’s after 2 am, and his kids are up stomping around.

I have tried contacting the apartment manager.

I have contacted the police, but instead they just got louder.

This woman is so annoyed that she’s thinking about getting revenge.

I need revenge. I’m going through chemo, and I am annoyed.

During the day, I don’t care. But two in the damn morning?!

I have banged on the ceiling, made complaint after complaint.

I even have video evidence, and the manager even asked me to send the videos to their email.

I can’t afford to move, but I’m literally at my wits end.

She plans to tape speakers on the ceiling and blast music on repeat.

I’m done with this crap.

I’m about to just tape speakers to the ceiling and blare them from 7 am to 10 pm.

Probably the same damn song on repeat.

Thinking Chumbawamba.

Ugh! Neighbors like this can really get on your nerves.

I understand OP wanting to plot revenge, but turning the apartment into a daytime concert could easily create another noise battle.

It may feel satisfying, but it definitely won’t solve the problem.

Let’s find out what others have to say about this.

Here’s a petty idea…

Screenshot 2026 09 24 at 2.14.04 PM My Neighbors Kids Were Screaming At 2 AM, And When I Asked Nicely, She Ignored Me, So Im Thinking About Fighting Noise With Noise

This user shares another suggestion.

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If you enjoyed this story, check out this post about a resident who is not amused by new parking rules, so locks a lot gate to teach management a lesson.

This person offers some advice, too.

Screenshot 2026 09 24 at 2.15.44 PM My Neighbors Kids Were Screaming At 2 AM, And When I Asked Nicely, She Ignored Me, So Im Thinking About Fighting Noise With Noise

Finally, people are so creative.

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A Chumbawamba on repeat is a perfect petty revenge!

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Heide Lazaro is a veteran human-interest writer and digital culture expert with over a decade of experience in editorial strategy. Specializing in lifestyle, social dynamics, and the internet's most compelling stories, Heide has authored and published more than 10 books online. Beyond her daily reporting, she is a dedicated motivational speaker who helps audiences connect through the power of storytelling. When she isn't sifting through the web's wildest real-life drama, Heide is an avid runner, painter, and novel-enthusiast fueled by a truly excellent cup of coffee.