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HCPC-registered Hear Better audiologist carrying out a free home hearing test in Coxhoe

Free home hearing tests

Free Home Hearing Tests in Coxhoe

In a village like Coxhoe, getting seen usually means a trip into Durham and a wait at the other end. We take the journey away. Hear Better's HCPC-registered audiologists carry out free home hearing tests across Coxhoe and the surrounding villages, from the main street out to Quarrington Hill, Kelloe, Cassop and Bowburn. It's the same thorough test you'd get in a clinic, done at your own table, with clear results and no pressure to buy a thing.

100% freeNo obligation5.0 from 40+ Google reviews

Our promise

Free home hearing tests with no pressure, ever

Your home hearing test in Coxhoe is free and carried out by an HCPC-registered audiologist. There's no obligation, and if nothing further is needed, you owe us nothing.

After your test, your results are explained in plain English with honest guidance on what may help next. There is no obligation to buy hearing aids and no pressure to book further care.

No obligation. No pressure. Clear advice.

Local home hearing care

Why a home visit in Coxhoe

Coxhoe sits between Durham and the A1, and for most people being seen means heading into the city and back. For an older neighbour or parent, that trip and the waiting around is usually the reason a hearing check slips down the list. A home visit removes it. A qualified audiologist comes to your door in Coxhoe or one of the nearby villages and fits the appointment around your day.

It's a straightforward way to get something sorted that's easy to keep putting off out here. We can arrange the visit by phone, keep you updated, and explain the results to whoever needs to understand them.

You can also learn more about free home hearing tests, ear wax removal in Coxhoe, independent hearing aids or contact Hear Better.

What to expect

What happens during a home hearing test?

The appointment is relaxed and takes about an hour. Your audiologist brings the same professional equipment used in a clinic, runs a full hearing check, and explains the results plainly. If your hearing is fine, we'll say so. If something needs attention, we'll talk you through your options and let you decide in your own time.

We discuss your hearing

We ask about your hearing, lifestyle, symptoms and any concerns you or your family have noticed.

Your hearing is checked

Your audiologist carries out a hearing check using professional equipment in your home or workplace.

Results are explained

You receive clear guidance on what your results mean and whether further support may be useful.

You choose next steps

If hearing aids or further care may help, your options are explained clearly without pressure.

What patients say

Booked for my nan to have her hearing test done at home and was extremely pleased with the service she received. Liam was really polite and patient with her, by far the best we've had to date. Absolutely recommend.

Daniel · Google

Got in touch with Hear Better for a wax removal. Liam was very caring and patient with me. I can hear much more clearly. Will be returning in the future, thank you.

Ashleigh · Google

Excellent service. Could not do enough to help choose the right hearing aids. Would recommend Liam.

Raymond · Google

I had ear wax removal from Liam and I couldn't recommend him enough. Very helpful and friendly. Great service, thanks again Liam.

Lauren · Google

Couldn't thank Liam enough for helping my grandad get some new hearing aids. Very professional and got an appointment straight away. Highly recommend.

Natasha · Google

I had my ear wax removed by Liam, he was great and my hearing has improved massively.

Katie · Google

Booked for my nan to have her hearing test done at home and was extremely pleased with the service she received. Liam was really polite and patient with her, by far the best we've had to date. Absolutely recommend.

Daniel · Google

Got in touch with Hear Better for a wax removal. Liam was very caring and patient with me. I can hear much more clearly. Will be returning in the future, thank you.

Ashleigh · Google

Excellent service. Could not do enough to help choose the right hearing aids. Would recommend Liam.

Raymond · Google

I had ear wax removal from Liam and I couldn't recommend him enough. Very helpful and friendly. Great service, thanks again Liam.

Lauren · Google

Couldn't thank Liam enough for helping my grandad get some new hearing aids. Very professional and got an appointment straight away. Highly recommend.

Natasha · Google

I had my ear wax removed by Liam, he was great and my hearing has improved massively.

Katie · Google

Independent hearing aids

If you'd benefit from hearing aids in Coxhoe

Hear Better is fully independent, so the recommendation is based on your hearing, not a brand. If aids would help, we fit every major manufacturer, Starkey, Phonak, Oticon, Widex and Signia, and match you to the right one for your hearing, your life and your budget. We fit them in your own home in Coxhoe, including the latest rechargeable, Bluetooth and AI models, with lifetime aftercare included for as long as you wear them.

  • Every major manufacturer: Starkey, Phonak, Oticon, Widex and Signia
  • Latest rechargeable, Bluetooth and AI models
  • Fitted in your own home, never a clinic
  • Lifetime aftercare included: adjustments, cleaning, servicing, repairs and warranty

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Why home care

Why choose a hearing test at home?

A home hearing test in Coxhoe means no trip into Durham and no waiting room. You're seen at home, at a time that suits, with the same professional equipment and clear results you'd expect anywhere.

Audiologist explaining home hearing test results to a patient in Coxhoe
  • No clinic, no waiting room
  • More comfortable for older patients or relatives
  • Family members can sit in during the appointment
  • Clear explanations in a familiar environment
  • Suitable for home or workplace visits
  • No obligation to continue after the test
  • Helpful for patients who find appointments easier at home

Patient reviews

What our customers say (Google reviews)

Hear Better is rated 5.0 from more than 40 Google reviews across the North East. Here is what some of our patients say.

DL

Daniel Lyons

Google

Booked for my nan to have her hearing test done at home and was extremely pleased with the service she received. Liam was really polite and patient with her, by far the best we've had to date. Absolutely recommend.

AL

Ashleigh Longstaff

Google

Got in touch with Hear Better for a wax removal. Liam was very caring and patient with me. I can hear much more clearly. Will be returning in the future, thank you.

RC

Raymond Curry

Google

Excellent service. Could not do enough to help choose the right hearing aids. Would recommend Liam.

LC

Lauren Collins

Google

I had ear wax removal from Liam and I couldn't recommend him enough. Very helpful and friendly. Great service, thanks again Liam.

NG

Natasha Gould

Google

Couldn't thank Liam enough for helping my grandad get some new hearing aids. Very professional and got an appointment straight away. Highly recommend.

KB

Katie Blewitt

Google

I had my ear wax removed by Liam, he was great and my hearing has improved massively.

SP

Simon Peel

Google

Service was excellent. Liam came out to test my gran and she is over the moon with her new hearing aids. Highly recommend.

DB

Daniel Butler

Google

I got in contact with Hear Better for ear wax removal. They got straight back in touch and organised an appointment in no time at all. Feel like I can hear much better now, thanks again.

JS

Jack Stoves

Google

Excellent service from Hear Better. The audiologist who came to test my nanna was very polite and professional. She is over the moon with her new hearing aids. Highly recommend.

RW

Ruth Warburton

Google

Wow! Liam was so friendly and reassuring from start to finish. Very punctual and professional.

JC

Jossy Coxon

Google

Liam came to the care home to fit my gran some hearing aids. He was so patient and caring and explained everything so well so she could understand. I couldn't recommend this company enough.

KB

Krystina Bowman

Google

Great service by Liam for ear wax removal. Would definitely recommend. Thanks Liam.

KB

Keith Brown

Google

Had excellent service from Liam. Very friendly and great attention to detail. Did my hearing test and recommended aids with a loop setting as requested. Working well with great after-sales service. Thoroughly recommend.

CG

Connor Graham

Google

Had wax removal by Liam, very professional, quick appointment, what a lovely guy. Highly recommended!

L

Laurence

Google

I have worn hearing aids, both NHS and private, for over 50 years, so I know what I want. I wanted the opinion of an independent audiologist. The ones Liam supplied are the best I've had.

LD

Lee Dearden

Google

Had my ear wax removed by Liam, he was great, would highly recommend him.

DL

Danielle Lawson

Google

Booked a hearing test for my granny. The test was very thorough and informative. The new hearing aids have been working amazing for her, she's very happy with them. Would highly recommend Liam at Hear Better.

RD

Raymond D

Google

I had so much wax built up over the years and had never been able to hear properly. Liam was so calm and so professional, I can't thank him enough.

AS

Allan Short

Google

Liam was excellent when he visited my mother today. We are very grateful.

DF

Dean Francis

Google

Just had ear wax removal, very relieved. Top bloke and would definitely recommend.

KK

Ken Kennedy

Google

Liam was absolutely brilliant with my mum, going over and above. It's a relief to the whole family that she can finally hear clearly again, just in time for Christmas too. Thank you!

UD

Usman Din

Google

I had a great experience with the wax removal treatment. The process was quick, gentle and surprisingly comfortable. Liam was professional and made sure I felt at ease throughout. Definitely recommend!

MW

Mitchel Wareham

Google

Such a smooth and friendly experience, my hearing has improved immensely. Can't thank Liam enough.

JP

James Pigg

Google

Excellent service, booked myself in for a wax removal. Couldn't have been easier, Liam was very friendly and the whole process was a breeze. Would highly recommend.

JC

Jonathan Catton

Google

I cannot praise Liam enough for the incredible support he has given my nana with her hearing problems. From the very first visit he was patient, understanding and reassuring, taking the time to listen and explain everything.

PS

Pete Smith

Google

I had ear wax removal done through this company, class service and Liam is very professional and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend using them.

DR

David Robinson

Google

Used Hear Better a couple of times. Liam is professional and friendly, explains what he's doing every step of the way, and I was left feeling highly satisfied. Couldn't recommend enough!

KR

Kerry Rowlands

Google

Amazing ear wax removal from Liam, would definitely recommend. Quick and easy, great service.

P

Paula

Google

Liam is so caring and very understanding. My dad is totally over the moon with his new hearing aids and the service from Liam. I would highly recommend without any doubt.

AO

Alice O'Hare

Google

I was unable to hear due to an ear wax blockage and Liam came out to me within days of contact. He quickly diagnosed the problem and started treatment immediately.

KW

Kirsty Wallace

Google

Amazing service, highly recommend. Would never go anywhere else now.

NH

Noble Handyman

Google

I was suffering with tinnitus and was recommended Liam for a check-up and ear wax clean. He was great, very professional and informative, and I've already felt a massive difference. Highly recommend.

SB

Steven Brymer

Google

The specialist was professional and efficient but kept me at ease the whole time with his friendly manner. Have referred my grandad for a hearing aid and managed to get an appointment quickly.

TH

Toa Heftiba

Google

The smoothest experience I've ever had. Very professional and helpful. Highly recommend.

DL

Daniel Lyons

Google

Booked for my nan to have her hearing test done at home and was extremely pleased with the service she received. Liam was really polite and patient with her, by far the best we've had to date. Absolutely recommend.

AL

Ashleigh Longstaff

Google

Got in touch with Hear Better for a wax removal. Liam was very caring and patient with me. I can hear much more clearly. Will be returning in the future, thank you.

RC

Raymond Curry

Google

Excellent service. Could not do enough to help choose the right hearing aids. Would recommend Liam.

LC

Lauren Collins

Google

I had ear wax removal from Liam and I couldn't recommend him enough. Very helpful and friendly. Great service, thanks again Liam.

NG

Natasha Gould

Google

Couldn't thank Liam enough for helping my grandad get some new hearing aids. Very professional and got an appointment straight away. Highly recommend.

KB

Katie Blewitt

Google

I had my ear wax removed by Liam, he was great and my hearing has improved massively.

SP

Simon Peel

Google

Service was excellent. Liam came out to test my gran and she is over the moon with her new hearing aids. Highly recommend.

DB

Daniel Butler

Google

I got in contact with Hear Better for ear wax removal. They got straight back in touch and organised an appointment in no time at all. Feel like I can hear much better now, thanks again.

JS

Jack Stoves

Google

Excellent service from Hear Better. The audiologist who came to test my nanna was very polite and professional. She is over the moon with her new hearing aids. Highly recommend.

RW

Ruth Warburton

Google

Wow! Liam was so friendly and reassuring from start to finish. Very punctual and professional.

JC

Jossy Coxon

Google

Liam came to the care home to fit my gran some hearing aids. He was so patient and caring and explained everything so well so she could understand. I couldn't recommend this company enough.

KB

Krystina Bowman

Google

Great service by Liam for ear wax removal. Would definitely recommend. Thanks Liam.

KB

Keith Brown

Google

Had excellent service from Liam. Very friendly and great attention to detail. Did my hearing test and recommended aids with a loop setting as requested. Working well with great after-sales service. Thoroughly recommend.

CG

Connor Graham

Google

Had wax removal by Liam, very professional, quick appointment, what a lovely guy. Highly recommended!

L

Laurence

Google

I have worn hearing aids, both NHS and private, for over 50 years, so I know what I want. I wanted the opinion of an independent audiologist. The ones Liam supplied are the best I've had.

LD

Lee Dearden

Google

Had my ear wax removed by Liam, he was great, would highly recommend him.

DL

Danielle Lawson

Google

Booked a hearing test for my granny. The test was very thorough and informative. The new hearing aids have been working amazing for her, she's very happy with them. Would highly recommend Liam at Hear Better.

RD

Raymond D

Google

I had so much wax built up over the years and had never been able to hear properly. Liam was so calm and so professional, I can't thank him enough.

AS

Allan Short

Google

Liam was excellent when he visited my mother today. We are very grateful.

DF

Dean Francis

Google

Just had ear wax removal, very relieved. Top bloke and would definitely recommend.

KK

Ken Kennedy

Google

Liam was absolutely brilliant with my mum, going over and above. It's a relief to the whole family that she can finally hear clearly again, just in time for Christmas too. Thank you!

UD

Usman Din

Google

I had a great experience with the wax removal treatment. The process was quick, gentle and surprisingly comfortable. Liam was professional and made sure I felt at ease throughout. Definitely recommend!

MW

Mitchel Wareham

Google

Such a smooth and friendly experience, my hearing has improved immensely. Can't thank Liam enough.

JP

James Pigg

Google

Excellent service, booked myself in for a wax removal. Couldn't have been easier, Liam was very friendly and the whole process was a breeze. Would highly recommend.

JC

Jonathan Catton

Google

I cannot praise Liam enough for the incredible support he has given my nana with her hearing problems. From the very first visit he was patient, understanding and reassuring, taking the time to listen and explain everything.

PS

Pete Smith

Google

I had ear wax removal done through this company, class service and Liam is very professional and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend using them.

DR

David Robinson

Google

Used Hear Better a couple of times. Liam is professional and friendly, explains what he's doing every step of the way, and I was left feeling highly satisfied. Couldn't recommend enough!

KR

Kerry Rowlands

Google

Amazing ear wax removal from Liam, would definitely recommend. Quick and easy, great service.

P

Paula

Google

Liam is so caring and very understanding. My dad is totally over the moon with his new hearing aids and the service from Liam. I would highly recommend without any doubt.

AO

Alice O'Hare

Google

I was unable to hear due to an ear wax blockage and Liam came out to me within days of contact. He quickly diagnosed the problem and started treatment immediately.

KW

Kirsty Wallace

Google

Amazing service, highly recommend. Would never go anywhere else now.

NH

Noble Handyman

Google

I was suffering with tinnitus and was recommended Liam for a check-up and ear wax clean. He was great, very professional and informative, and I've already felt a massive difference. Highly recommend.

SB

Steven Brymer

Google

The specialist was professional and efficient but kept me at ease the whole time with his friendly manner. Have referred my grandad for a hearing aid and managed to get an appointment quickly.

TH

Toa Heftiba

Google

The smoothest experience I've ever had. Very professional and helpful. Highly recommend.

Coverage

Home hearing tests across Coxhoe and nearby villages

We visit homes in Coxhoe and the surrounding villages: Quarrington Hill, Kelloe, Cassop, Bowburn, Cornforth and the lanes between. A little further out and not sure we reach you? Just call and ask.

Areas covered

  • Coxhoe
  • Quarrington Hill
  • Kelloe
  • Cassop
  • Bowburn
  • Cornforth

We also carry out free home hearing tests across the wider North East, including Durham, Sedgefield, Darlington and Newcastle.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions

Do you come out to the villages near Coxhoe?

Yes. Reaching the villages is the point of a home service. We cover Quarrington Hill, Kelloe, Cassop, Bowburn and the surrounding area. If yours isn't listed, ring and ask.

There's no surgery for this nearby, is a home visit the easier option?

For most people here, yes. Rather than a trip into Durham and a wait, you're seen at home, which suits older neighbours who'd otherwise leave it.

Is the home hearing test genuinely free?

Yes, with no obligation. If nothing further is needed, you owe us nothing.

How soon can you visit?

We can usually arrange a home visit within 24 to 48 hours.

What if I need hearing aids?

We're independent and fit every major brand, recommending what suits you, fitted at home with lifetime aftercare included.

Are your audiologists qualified?

Yes. Every test is carried out by an HCPC-registered audiologist.

Helpful reading

Related guides and advice

Book a home appointment

Book your free home hearing test in Coxhoe

Call 0191 7166 640 or request a visit online. An HCPC-registered audiologist comes to you, with clear results and no pressure to buy anything.

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