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Noise Level Monitoring
Know when it gets loud — before the neighbours call.
Sensors measure noise levels only — nothing is recorded — and alert you or your guests when noise stays above your limit during quiet hours.
Check My Rental SetupWhat’s included ↓
Free consultation. No obligation to buy.
Typical setup · 1 rental unit
approx. $250–$300 CAD
Noise sensor, configuration and setup support. The sensor’s monitoring service is billed monthly by its maker. Your final price is confirmed in a written quote.
- Measures decibels only
- No audio recorded
- Quiet-hours limits
- Automatic guest messages
Canadian-owned · Manufacturer warranty · 30-day setup support
Why Hosts and Landlords Use It
One loud night can cost you a neighbour — or a licence.
Decibels, not conversations.
The sensor measures how loud it is. It doesn’t record or transmit audio.
Rules for quiet hours.
Set different limits for daytime and night, weekdays and weekends.
Guests hear about it first.
An automatic message asks guests to turn it down before a complaint arrives.
How It Works
A measurement, not a microphone recording.
Harbour View Suite
● Quiet hours from 10 PM
Sound level is measured continuously; no audio is stored or sent.
An alert only fires when noise stays above your limit for the time you set.
An automatic message goes to the guest first; you get the alert and the history.
View technical architecture
- Sensor: a battery-powered, wall-mounted noise sensor that measures sound level in decibels — no audio recording.
- Service: the sensor uses its maker’s monitoring service for alerts and history; this is billed monthly.
- Thresholds: separate limits and durations for quiet hours, daytime and weekends.
- Guest messages: sent automatically through supported booking and messaging tools.
- Integration: noise events can also trigger Home Assistant automations where you have a home controller.
- App: today, alerts and history use the sensor maker’s app. The IoTiq app is in early access and is not required.
What’s Included
Everything one rental needs. Nothing it doesn’t.
Below is the setup for one apartment, suite or short-term rental. Larger homes or outdoor areas may need more sensors.
Battery-powered, measures decibels only, mounts on a wall.
Limits and durations for nights, days and weekends.
Automatic messages through your booking or messaging tool where supported.
Pre-configured before shipping, guided setup and a 30-day follow-up.
On every device, plus IoTiq support during setup.
Outages
What happens if the internet or power goes out?
Straight answers, because this is exactly when you need the system to work.
| Situation | Noise measuring | Alerts & guest messages |
|---|---|---|
| Power and Wi-Fi working | ✓ Measuring | ✓ Alerts and guest messages |
| Wi-Fi down | ✓ Keeps measuring | ✕ Not until Wi-Fi returns |
| Power out | ✓ Keeps measuring on battery | ! Only if the router is on backup power |
| Sensor battery getting low | ✓ Works normally | ✓ Low-battery alert in advance |
| Short loud moment (door slam, laugh) | ✓ Measured | ✓ No alert unless it lasts past your limit |
Pricing
What you’ll pay, before you pay it.
Your written quote lists every line below. No surprise fees after installation.
| Item | What it covers | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Included in the setup price | ||
| Equipment & configuration | One noise sensor with quiet-hours rules and guest messages, pre-configured | approx. $250–$300 |
| Guided installation | Battery-powered, mounts on a wall in minutes | Included |
| Other sizes | ||
| 3 sensors | Larger homes, or indoor plus deck or patio | approx. $750–$900 |
| Multiple properties | Portfolio dashboard across units | Quoted |
| Ongoing | ||
| Sensor monitoring service | Required for alerts and history; billed by the sensor maker | approx. $10–$15 / month per property |
| Support plan | Optional, after the first 30 days | from $15 / month |
| Optional extras | ||
| Smart lock | Keyless check-in with codes that expire at checkout | See Smart Lock & Keyless Entry |
| Freeze & leak sensors | Protection for the unit between bookings | See Freeze & Humidity Alert System |
Approximate prices in CAD before HST/GST. Your written quote confirms the final price and taxes.
Know What You’re Getting
Clear about what it does — and what it doesn’t.
Your exact configuration, in writing
Before you order, your quote lists every device, its quantity, where it goes and which features it supports.
Manufacturer-backed hardware
Every device carries its manufacturer’s warranty. We tell you the warranty length for each one in your quote.
A measurement, not enforcement
The system tells you and your guests when it’s too loud. Responding to complaints and enforcing house rules remains your responsibility.
Setup
From your first question to a working system.
Tell us about your rental. Layout, neighbours, quiet-hours rules and the booking platform you use.
Receive your configuration. Sensor placement, limits, guest messages and total cost — in writing.
Install and connect. The sensor mounts in minutes; we connect it to Wi-Fi and your booking tool.
Set limits together. We check normal noise levels in the unit and set limits just above them.
30-day follow-up. We review alerts after a few bookings and adjust limits or durations.
Four questions to think about before you order
Not sure? That’s fine — we check them with you during the free assessment.
Where do guests spend most of their time?The sensor goes in the main living area, away from appliances.
Is there reliable Wi-Fi in the unit?Alerts and guest messages need it.
Which booking platform do you use?We confirm automatic guest messages work with it.
Have you told guests?Platforms and good practice require disclosing noise sensors in your listing or lease.
Privacy & data handling
The sensor measures sound level in decibels and how long it lasts. It does not record, store or transmit audio or conversations. Readings and alerts are processed by the sensor maker’s service. Disclose the sensor in your listing or lease, as booking platforms require; we provide suggested wording. How IoTiq handles data →
FAQ
Questions about noise monitoring.
Does it record conversations?+−
No. It measures decibel levels only. No audio is stored or sent.
Is there a monthly fee?+−
Yes. The sensor’s monitoring service, which provides alerts and history, is billed monthly by its maker — about $10–$15 per property. We tell you the exact amount in your quote.
Is it legal to monitor noise in a rental?+−
Decibel-only sensors don’t record conversations. Disclose them in your listing or lease, as most platforms require.
Can it message Airbnb guests automatically?+−
Yes, through supported booking and messaging tools. We confirm yours works before ordering.
Will a slammed door set it off?+−
No. Alerts need noise to stay above your limit for a set time.
Does it need Wi-Fi?+−
Yes, for alerts. The sensor keeps measuring if Wi-Fi drops and reports when it returns.
Check My Rental Setup
Tell us about your rental.
Four quick questions. We reply by email with a recommended setup and a written quote.
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