You have a set of hearing aids that you rely on, but what happens if they break? What if they are no longer working as well as they once did? Or what if you get caught in the rain and they get wet?
Not to fret! Your new hearing aids have a manufacturer warranty covering almost any type of repair issue. Hearing aids are designed to withstand daily use. They utilize special materials and coatings to protect the circuitry from heat, sweat, rain, and other hazards of everyday wear. Some parts (such as speaker wires) can be replaced in-office by your hearing care provider; other repairs require that the hearing aids be sent into the manufacturer’s facility for service. While within your warranty period, the repair is typically at no cost to you, though you may have a cost associated with your office visit. Warranties issued by the manufacturer are typically 1-4 years. In event that the device is damaged beyond repair, you may have coverage for a one-time replacement. This one-time replacement is subject to a deductible as outlined by your insurance or provider but is a significantly lower amount than the original cost of the hearing aid.
But what happens if your hearing aid is out of warranty? In the event your hearing aid is outside of its original manufacturer warranty, there are still options to have your devices repaired though the cost may be prohibitive. Depending on the age of the devices, services may be harder to find. Just like any technology, hearing aids technology is constantly evolving. This means that even the original manufacturer may stop carrying the components needed to repair older technology. Gardner Audiology utilizes an all-make repair lab which accepts hearing aids from every manufacturer, regardless of age.
If you have a hearing aid that needs repair, call 800-277-1182 today to schedule an appointment at one of our 8 Tampa Bay locations or schedule online at www.gardneraudiology.com, or message info@gardneraudiology.com.
