10‑Minute Daily Care Routine to Keep Your Hearing Devices Working (and Save on Repairs)
- Amanda Meyers
- Jun 2
- 1 min read
Did you know?
Nearly 50 % of hearing‑aid malfunctions are simple fixes you can do at home—no clinic visit, no shipping, no downtime. Follow the checklist below to keep your devices sounding crisp and reliable every day.
1 Clean the microphone ports every day
Tools: soft brush
Why? Clogged mics can’t “hear” the world. Even a thin film cuts off the high‑frequency sounds that keep speech clear.
2 Change the wax guard at least once a month (or sooner)
Tools: brand‑specific wax‑guard stick
Pro tip: If voices suddenly sound muffled, swap the wax guard first. It fixes the problem 9 times out of 10.
3 Clean custom earmold vents every day.
Tools: vent‑cleaning filament/brush or wax loop tool
Why? A blocked vent will affect the quality of your voice and your hearing device will sound different
4 Fight moisture—every night
Options:
Charger with built‑in dehumidifier (for rechargeables)
Dry‑aid kit (silica jar or active UV dryer) for 6–8 h
In‑the‑ear styles sit in a warm, sweaty canal all day. Moisture corrosion should be avoided to keep your device functioning well.
Having issues with your current devices?
Call Hear & There Audiology at 619-752-4457 or book a virtual troubleshooting session—we can often diagnose and guide you live in under 15 minutes
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