Independent Hearing Specialists

Sound Hearing is an independent hearing aid company that works with all the leading hearing aid manufacturers. We carry the latest technology hearing aids, which we can demonstrate and you can trial before making a purchase.

Our pricing for hearing aids is transparent and straightforward. However, with so many types available, most people find it confusing to choose the best hearing aid.

Our HCPC registered audiologists will explain what to consider when choosing hearing aids to help you determine the right hearing aids for your hearing loss:

  • A style and size of hearing aid that you will be confident to wear and manage.
  • A level of hearing aid technology that meets your listening needs.
  • A price that is within your budget.

 

Benefits of Home Visit Hearing Test for Hearing Aids

  • No travel hassle

    With home visit hearing tests, you get expert care without leaving your house, avoiding traffic, parking, and waiting rooms.

  • Better fitting in real life

    Your hearing aids are tuned in your own environment, so they work perfectly with your TV, phone, and everyday surroundings.

  • Comfortable, personal care

    Home visits make it easier to build a supportive relationship with your audiologist in the privacy of your own home.

  • Accessible for everyone

    Home visit hearing tests are ideal for people with mobility challenges or health conditions that make clinic trips difficult.

  • Professional service at home

    From hearing tests and hearing aid fitting to earwax removal, you’ll receive the same high-quality care as you would in a clinic.

  • Family involvement

    Loved ones can be present during the test and fitting, helping with decisions and support.

  • Flexible appointments

    Choose times that fit your routine, making hearing care easier to fit into busy or unpredictable schedules.

  • Learn in your own space

    Get hands-on guidance using your hearing aids at home, where you’ll actually use them day to day.

Free online hearing test

If you are unsure whether you have hearing loss, you can begin with our Free Online hearing test. If a problem is identified after completing the online hearing screener, it is recommended to schedule a hearing assessment.

Free Online Hearing Test



Frequently asked questions about home hearing tests

How can you provide a free home hearing test?

With over 1,000 customers who already receive home service in Greater London, Sound Hearing’s audiologists are always on the move and will likely pass close to your home many times a week. Receiving a free hearing test at home when we are nearby is a service we are proud to provide.

Are home hearing tests as accurate as a hearing test in a clinic?

With our compact and portable equipment, our home visit hearing tests provide the same diagnostic and accurate hearing tests as a clinic. Special headphones can be used to minimise background noise; however, it is unusual that we find customers who do not have a quiet room suitable for a home hearing test.

The home is also the ideal place to program hearing aids with the sounds and conversations you hear every day.

Can I receive a free hearing test in a Care Home?

Sound Hearing has many patients who are residents of care homes. Our hearing tests at home are free. Some of our customers, whom we first met in their homes, now receive ongoing care in their nursing homes.

Will tinnitus affect my hearing test results?

Tinnitus is commonly a side effect of sensorial-neural (age-related) hearing loss. Tinnitus is often more noticeable in quiet environments, and some people may struggle to distinguish between the sounds presented during a hearing test and their tinnitus. To overcome this, we can play a pulsatile (beeping) sound while conducting the hearing test at home, allowing the patient to distinguish between the tinnitus and the sound presented in the hearing test.

How often should I have a hearing test?

If you are experiencing hearing loss or are concerned about your hearing, it is advisable to consult a hearing care professional.

The NHS in the UK recommend that adults over 50 get a hearing check every 2-3 years. Early signs include difficulty following conversations in noisy environments and needing the TV louder than other people.

By repeating hearing checks every few years, you can track if your hearing capabilities are changing.

If your lifestyle exposes you to loud noise (musicians, construction workers), it is recommended to check your hearing regularly and use noise protection.

If you have a history of ear infections or have received other treatments using medication toxic to the ear (ototoxic), it is recommended that you have your ears checked annually.

Can you provide a free online hearing test?

Are you unsure if you have hearing loss and don’t want to undergo a full hearing test yet? Sound Hearing offers a free online hearing test service. Our online hearing tests only take around 3 minutes and should be viewed as a hearing screener. It should not be considered a medical diagnosis of hearing loss, but it will identify a potential hearing problem as well as normal hearing.

If the online hearing test identifies a hearing loss, it is recommended that you schedule an appointment with an audiologist who can determine the cause and recommend appropriate treatment.

Are online hearing tests accurate?

The results of an online hearing test will not tell what type of hearing loss you may have. It will not identify blockages in the ear canal (e.g, earwax) or any health issue with your eardrum or middle ear. The results of an online hearing test are not accurate enough to program a hearing aid.