About Acoustical
Consulting
Altitude Acoustics is a Boise-based environmental noise and building acoustics consulting firm providing environmental noise analysis, building acoustics evaluation, and noise control solutions throughout Idaho, Alaska, and Utah.
Founded in Idaho, Altitude Acoustics operates as a focused micro-firm, delivering technical precision, tailored consulting, and cost-conscious recommendations without the overhead of larger organizations.
The firm serves commercial, government, and residential clients seeking practical, defensible, and clearly documented acoustical guidance.

Meet Sarah Taubitz



Sarah Taubitz is an acoustical engineer and the Owner and Principal Consultant of Altitude Acoustics.
She welcomes new clients and projects for acoustical consulting services in Idaho and nearby states. Sarah has over 20 years of experience in mechanical engineering, including more than 12 years dedicated to acoustical consulting, with a focus on testing and acoustics. She has a passion for providing actionable, reasonable and cost-effective solutions and recommendations in acoustical consulting. Sarah is a Full Member of the Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE) and the Acoustical Society of America (ASA). She is currently serving as President of Honors & Awards of the Institute of Noise Control Engineering.
Just a short list of project types include:
- Shooting ranges
- Schools, hospitals, and medical facilities
- Multifamily housing and hotels
- Mixed-use (residential/commercial) buildings
- Outdoor amplified music events
- Car washes, drive-through restaurants
- Anything that has a noise challenge!
Technical Focus
Altitude Acoustics specializes in:
- Environmental noise measurement and modeling
- Noise compliance analysis
- Sound Transmission Class (STC) and Impact Insulation Class (IIC) evaluations for both architectural plan sets and as-built phases
- Mechanical and HVAC noise analysis and recommendations
- Noise mitigation and control strategies for generators, car washes, outdoor amplified music, and much more
Each project is approached with careful analysis and recommendations tailored to the specific site, building conditions, and applicable standards.
Our Motivation
Altitude Acoustics was established to serve Idaho, Alaska, and surrounding regions through quality acoustical consulting. The firm operates with a simple goal: to help clients create quiet, functional, and well-performing acoustic environments.
