{"id":229,"date":"2021-06-11T13:04:37","date_gmt":"2021-06-11T17:04:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/columbusspeech.fm1.dev\/hearing-aid-repair-service\/"},"modified":"2021-10-08T17:21:03","modified_gmt":"2021-10-08T21:21:03","slug":"hearing-aid-repair-service","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/columbusspeech.org\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-repair-service\/","title":{"rendered":"Hearing Aid Repair &#038; Service"},"content":{"rendered":"<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"My hearing aid isn't making any sound\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Make sure the battery is inserted correctly. Replace the battery if you suspect it is dead or weak. Remove excess earwax from earmold or replace wax guard. Check tubing for wax buildup or moisture; clean with blower tool. 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Clean the earmold or tubing with wax removal tools; replace wax guard.\"\n    }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"How much is hearing aid repair?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"The cost of having your hearing aids repaired depends on a number of factors. We must determine the following: Whether your hearing aids are under warranty (basic or extended), the extent of damage, the price of replacement parts, labor charges.\"\n    }\n }, {\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"Should I repair my hearing aid?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Depending on the cost of repairs, you might be better off investing in a new pair of hearing aids in certain cases. If your current aids are more than five years old, consider an upgrade \u2013 technological advances mean today\u2019s digital devices are more powerful and come packed with features for improved sound quality compared with those that are a few years older.\"\n    }\n  }]\n  }\n<\/script><p>Hearing aids are built to provide many years of useful service. However, regular exposure to a harsh environment means they will occasionally encounter problems. No matter how fastidious you are when it comes to hygiene, the ear canals inevitably attract dirt, moisture and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/got-an-ear-full-heres-some-advice-for-ear-wax-removal\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/got-an-ear-full-heres-some-advice-for-ear-wax-removal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">earwax buildup<\/a> \u2013 all of which can wreak havoc with the electronic components in your hearing aids.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/columbusspeech.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/choosing-hearing-aid.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-760\"\/><\/figure><\/div><p>Regular maintenance can help keep them in great working condition, but once in a while, they may need servicing or repair. <span class=\"company-name \">Columbus Speech and Hearing<\/span> can help. If you have tried the troubleshooting tips below and still can\u2019t get your hearing aids to work properly, please contact us to schedule an evaluation.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"troubleshooting-your-hearing-aids\">Troubleshooting Your Hearing Aids<\/h2><p>If your hearing aids aren\u2019t working properly, try the following techniques for a quick fix.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>If there is no sound:<\/strong><ul><li>Make sure the battery is inserted correctly.<\/li><li>Replace the battery if you suspect it is dead or weak.<\/li><li>Remove excess earwax from earmold or replace wax guard.<\/li><li>Check tubing for wax buildup or moisture; clean with blower tool.<\/li><li>Make sure hearing aid isn\u2019t accidentally set to telecoil mode.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>If you are experiencing feedback or whistling:<\/strong><ul><li>Remove and reinsert your hearing aids.<\/li><li>Turn down the volume.<\/li><li>Make sure there is nothing blocking or covering your hearing aids.<\/li><li>Have your doctor check your ears for excess wax and remove if necessary.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>If the sound is weak or distorted:<\/strong><ul><li>The battery may be dead or weak; replace it.<\/li><li>Open the battery compartment and clean the contacts with a dry cloth.<\/li><li>Clean the earmold or tubing with wax removal tools; replace wax guard.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-can-i-expect-to-pay-for-a-hearing-aid-repair\">What Can I Expect to Pay for a Hearing Aid Repair?<\/h2><p>The cost of having your hearing aids repaired depends on a number of factors. We must determine the following:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Whether your hearing aids are under warranty (basic or extended).<\/li><li>The extent of damage.<\/li><li>The price of replacement parts.<\/li><li>Labor charges.<\/li><\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"should-i-buy-a-new-hearing-aid-instead\">Should I Buy a New Hearing Aid Instead?<\/h3><p>Depending on the cost of repairs, you might be better off investing in a new pair of hearing aids in certain cases. If your current aids are more than five years old, consider an upgrade \u2013 technological advances mean today\u2019s digital devices are more powerful and <a href=\"https:\/\/columbusspeech.org\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-accessories\/\">come packed with features<\/a> for improved sound quality compared with those that are a few years older.<\/p><p>Likewise, if the damage is extensive or your hearing aids have already been repaired in the past, it may not be worth paying more money when you can <a href=\"https:\/\/columbusspeech.org\/hearing-aids\/hearing-aid-financing\/\">purchase a brand new pair of hearing aids<\/a> that should last you another five to seven years or longer.<\/p><p>The expert staff at <span class=\"company-name \">Columbus Speech and Hearing<\/span> is happy to evaluate your hearing aids and help you decide whether having them repaired makes the most financial sense. We service all makes and models and are here to provide you with assistance.<\/p><p><p class=\"secondary-site-cta\"><svg class=\"logo-icon-bear\" viewBox=\"0 0 320 265\" fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<path d=\"M13.4884 107.14H7.44186C3.33183 107.14 0 110.473 0 114.585V150.275C0 154.387 3.33183 157.72 7.44186 157.72H13.4884C17.5984 157.72 20.9302 154.387 20.9302 150.275V114.585C20.9302 110.473 17.5984 107.14 13.4884 107.14Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M55.6977 98.7642H50.5814C46.2145 98.7642 42.6744 102.306 42.6744 106.675V158.209C42.6744 162.578 46.2145 166.119 50.5814 166.119H55.6977C60.0646 166.119 63.6047 162.578 63.6047 158.209V106.675C63.6047 102.306 60.0646 98.7642 55.6977 98.7642Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M98.2558 46.6484H93.6046C89.1093 46.6484 85.4651 50.2942 85.4651 54.7915V210.243C85.4651 214.741 89.1093 218.387 93.6046 218.387H98.2558C102.751 218.387 106.395 214.741 106.395 210.243V54.7915C106.395 50.2942 102.751 46.6484 98.2558 46.6484Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M141.047 23.2661H136.163C131.732 23.2661 128.14 26.8598 128.14 31.2929V233.579C128.14 238.012 131.732 241.606 136.163 241.606H141.047C145.478 241.606 149.07 238.012 149.07 233.579V31.2929C149.07 26.8598 145.478 23.2661 141.047 23.2661Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M184.419 0H178.372C174.262 0 170.93 3.3333 170.93 7.44513V257.497C170.93 261.609 174.262 264.942 178.372 264.942H184.419C188.529 264.942 191.86 261.609 191.86 257.497V7.44513C191.86 3.3333 188.529 0 184.419 0Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M227.326 23.2661H220.814C216.832 23.2661 213.605 26.4952 213.605 30.4786V234.394C213.605 238.377 216.832 241.606 220.814 241.606H227.326C231.307 241.606 234.535 238.377 234.535 234.394V30.4786C234.535 26.4952 231.307 23.2661 227.326 23.2661Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M269.767 67.1226H263.721C259.611 67.1226 256.279 70.4559 256.279 74.5677V190.409C256.279 194.521 259.611 197.854 263.721 197.854H269.767C273.877 197.854 277.209 194.521 277.209 190.409V74.5677C277.209 70.4559 273.877 67.1226 269.767 67.1226Z\"\/>\n<path d=\"M312.209 98.7642H306.86C302.558 98.7642 299.07 102.254 299.07 106.558V158.325C299.07 162.63 302.558 166.119 306.86 166.119H312.209C316.512 166.119 320 162.63 320 158.325V106.558C320 102.254 316.512 98.7642 312.209 98.7642Z\"\/>\n<\/svg>\n Call <span class=\"company-name \">Columbus Speech and Hearing<\/span> at <a href=\"tel:+16142635151\" class=\"phone \"> <span class=\"phNum\">(614) 263-5151<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hearing aids are built to provide many years of useful service. 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