Hearing aids are an essential part of daily life, helping you stay connected with the people and activities that matter most.
Over time, normal use can lead to minor issues, whether from moisture, wax buildup or everyday wear. At Kim Juneau Hearing, our audiologists provide professional repair and maintenance to keep your devices working effectively.
We understand how much you rely on your hearing aids, so we focus on getting them back to optimal performance quickly and efficiently, ensuring you can continue engaging fully in conversations and everyday activities.
Recognizing Common Hearing Aid Issues
Hearing aids can sometimes experience minor issues that affect how well they work, and recognizing these problems early can help maintain consistent performance. Some common hearing aid issues include:
- Weak or distorted sound quality that doesn’t improve after cleaning.
- Complete loss of sound despite fresh batteries or full charge.
- Feedback or whistling that wasn’t present before.
- Physical damage like cracks in the casing or broken battery doors.
- Blocked microphone ports or receivers affecting sound clarity.
If you notice any of these problems, we can examine your hearing aids ensuring they are repaired correctly and continue to function properly in your daily life.
Professional Hearing Aid Repairs
Even with careful use, hearing aids can sometimes stop working as expected.
They may experience issues from everyday wear, moisture or accidental damage. Our audiologists can evaluate and fix many common problems in the office to get your devices back to working order quickly.
When a repair requires sending your hearing aid to the manufacturer, we handle all communication and updates so you know what’s happening and when your device will be ready. This process helps ensure your hearing aids continue to perform reliably in your daily life.
Warranty Coverage and Repair Costs
Most hearing aids include a manufacturer’s warranty that covers certain repairs and hearing aid services for a set period of time. If the warranty period has ended, repairs are often still possible, depending on the condition and age of the device.
Some repairs may also include limited coverage for a period after the work is completed. When a hearing aid cannot be repaired, our seasoned audiologists can help you explore replacement options that meet your current hearing needs and fit your lifestyle, ensuring you continue to have reliable hearing support.
Proper Maintenance
Proper maintenance helps hearing aids perform consistently and last longer. Regular care keeps them working efficiently, reduces the risk of damage and ensures you continue to hear clearly in daily life.
Some key maintenance tips include:
- Cleaning the devices regularly to remove earwax, dust or debris.
- Checking and replacing batteries or recharging rechargeable devices as needed.
- Inspecting tubing, receivers and microphones for wear or blockages.
- Keeping hearing aids dry and storing them in a safe, protective case.
Consistent maintenance helps your hearing aids stay reliable allowing you to focus on your day rather than device issues.