My upstairs neighbour practises drums every evening. I asked politely and he said he has every right.

I work from home, and the drumming starts at six every evening and goes on until almost nine. I knocked on his door and asked if he could stop by eight or practise on weekends. He answered, "This is my house, and there is no rule against it." I checked, and our building rules mention quiet hours only after ten. I do not want a conflict, but I cannot concentrate or rest. I have thought about complaining to the society, but I fear it will make things worse.