Hearing aids need to be cared for to get the maximum life out of your investment. This is why the audiologist will schedule visits for in office cleaning and servicing.
Hearing aids have small working parts, and it is not uncommon over time for a hearing aid to need a repair. You may turn the hearing aid on in the morning and find that there is no sound; the battery door may come unhinged. These things do happen, even when the hearing aids are properly cared for. If you should experience an issue that needs repair, contact us to schedule an appointment. Some minor hearing aid repairs can be done in the office, others will need to be sent to the manufacturer for repair.
Depending on the issue you’re having, you may be able to troubleshoot or repair your hearing aid on your own. Here are a few common hearing aid fixes you can try right now:
- Replace the battery
- Remove and reinsert your hearing aid
- Clean your hearing aid
- Replace the wax filter
- Open and close the battery compartment
- Check your input settings
We are able to service most major manufacturers of hearing aids. If your warranty has expired, it is still possible to repair. Hearing aid repair costs can vary depending on several factors:
- Whether or not the hearing aid is still under warranty
- The extent of damage to the hearing aid
- The age of your hearing aid
The repair will come with a new year-long warranty.