Hearing services
Hearing health services, all in one clinic
From a five-minute wax check to a full hearing aid fitting, everything we do happens in one clinic, with an expert hearing instrument specialist looking after you from the first appointment on.
Comprehensive hearing services in one clinic
Complimentary hearing test for anyone 55 and older
Results explained on the spot
Independent and locally owned
Our services
What we do
Free hearing test
A full hearing test, complimentary for anyone 55 and over, with your results explained on the spot. Everyone should have their hearing tested every two years, whatever their age; for adults under 55 the test is $55, credited back if hearing aids are purchased through our clinic.
Free hearing test
Ear wax removal
Safe, comfortable removal of blocked ear wax using irrigation, gentle suction or manual removal. Often the quickest fix for a muffled ear.
Ear wax removal
Hearing aids
Hearing aids from six leading brands, chosen for your hearing and your life, fitted and programmed in the clinic, with ongoing aftercare.
Hearing aids
Hearing aid demos
Try hearing aids programmed to the results of your test, using real-world scenarios, before you buy anything.
Hearing aid demos
Custom earplugs
Noise, swim, sleep and music earplugs moulded from an impression of your ear.
Custom earplugs
Hearing tests for employment
Audiograms and documentation for aviation, police, RCMP and workplace requirements.
Hearing tests for employment
Where to start
Which hearing service do you need?
You don’t have to figure it out by yourself before you call. If you’re unsure, book a hearing test, and we will tell you where you stand. As a rough guide, ask yourself if any of these apply to you:
My ear feels blocked or muffled
Usually wax, and usually quick to fix with ear wax removal: irrigation, gentle suction or manual removal, whichever suits your ears. Not wax: hearing that dropped suddenly, within hours or overnight. Call us immediately, because a test is the fastest route to treatment. If we are closed, go to the nearest emergency room.
I think my hearing has changed
Start with a hearing test, and we can book you in right away. It is a comprehensive test with a certified hearing instrument specialist. Your results are explained on the spot, and the test is complimentary if you are 55 or older. No obligation, and no sales pitch.
I want to protect my hearing
Custom earplugs are moulded from an impression of your own ear, so they seal properly and stay comfortable all day. Noise, swim, sleep and music, fitted and checked in the clinic.
Someone needs an audiogram from me
For a job, a licence or a workplace program, we run an employment hearing test to the standard your employer or regulator asks for, and provide you with the required documentation.
Your visit
What to expect when you visit
Our clinic is at 7-1100 Golf Links Road in Ancaster, with free parking at the door and a ground-floor entrance. Appointments start on time and aren’t rushed. Every visit begins the same way: we ask what brought you in, we look in your ears, and we explain what we find in plain language before anything else happens.
You will see a hearing instrument specialist, a trained hearing professional who tests hearing and fits and services hearing aids. If we discover an issue that needs a physician, we say so and help you get there.
We see people from all over, including Hamilton, Dundas, Stoney Creek, Waterdown and the Mountain, as well as Burlington, Brantford and Caledonia.
Why it matters
Why does a hearing test matter?
Because hearing loss is gradual, most people wait years before addressing it. Here’s what the evidence says:
Hearing and Cognition
The Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, an international expert review updated in 2024, lists hearing loss among the leading modifiable risk factors for dementia: one you can actually do something about. A large 2023 trial, ACHIEVE, found half the rate of cognitive decline over three years in higher-risk older adults who consistently wore hearing aids. Hearing aids are thought to have a protective effect: they keep the brain and the auditory system stimulated when a hearing loss is present, which researchers believe may reduce the risk of cognitive decline. That is encouraging rather than proof, and it is why a hearing test matters. What the research says
Hearing and falling
Hearing and balance live next door to each other in the inner ear, sharing the same fluid and nerve pathway, and research has found a link between hearing loss and falling. Sound also tells you where you are, so when hearing fades, the brain's picture of the space around you is thinner and staying steady takes more attention. Hearing loss is one fall risk factor that can be addressed directly and early. Hearing loss and falls
Hearing and everyday life
Age- and noise-related loss tends to progress over time. This means that following a conversation takes increasingly more effort. What research consistently finds is that the effects of untreated hearing loss on daily life, such as social withdrawal and fatigue, are greater than they need to be. People who use hearing aids report doing better in those areas, and hearing aids help people stay socially connected, which lowers the risk of isolation and low mood. A hearing test tells you where you stand today. About hearing loss
Good to know
Common questions about our services
Do I need a referral?
No. Every service on this page can be booked directly. Just call us at 289-246-8005 or email info@hearco.ca to book an appointment.
Which services are free?
The hearing test is complimentary for anyone 55 and over, and the in-clinic hearing aid demo is complimentary for everyone. Ear wax removal, custom earplugs and employment tests are charged, and prices are listed on each page.
Can I get more than one service in a visit?
Absolutely, yes. Wax removal followed by a hearing test is the most common combination. Tell us when you book so we set aside enough time.
Do you see children?
No. We test adults, 18 and over. Children's hearing is tested by pediatric audiology services. Ask us and we can recommend audiologists to visit for these services.
Book
Book an appointment online
Book online, call 289-246-8005 or email info@hearco.ca.