Frequently asked questions
Practical information about home visit ear care, fees, and clinical safety. For contraindications, see our safety page.
Questions and answers
- How do I book an appointment with Ear Today?
- Please phone Lynn on 07899 872413 to book. Phone is the preferred way to arrange a home visit. You can email with questions, but appointments are confirmed by phone.
- What areas do you cover for home visits?
- Home visits are offered within 7 miles of Blythe Bridge, Staffordshire, with no call-out fee in that zone. Areas further afield may be possible with a £10 call-out fee, waived when three or more people book together.
- How much does ear wax removal cost?
- A consultation-only visit is £30 if no wax removal is needed. Ear irrigation or microsuction is a flat £60 fee covering assessment and treatment. Travel beyond 7 miles may incur a £10 call-out charge.
- What is the difference between ear irrigation and microsuction?
- Ear irrigation uses gentle warm water to flush wax. Microsuction uses a medical suction device without water and is often preferred for sensitive ears or where the eardrum has been perforated in the past (subject to clinical assessment).
- Who performs the treatment?
- All care is provided by Lynn Meredith, a Retired Registered Nurse Practitioner with over 40 years of healthcare experience, in the comfort of your own home.
- Do you treat children?
- No. Treatments are available to adults aged 18 and over only.
- When would you not be able to treat my ears?
- Some conditions require GP or ENT referral rather than home treatment — for example active infection, perforated eardrum, recent ear surgery, grommets, sudden hearing loss, or a foreign body in the ear. See our safety page for full details.
- How should I prepare before my appointment?
- Use olive oil or a recommended ear wax softener as advised when you book. Avoid cotton buds. Have a list of any medications, especially blood thinners, ready to discuss at your assessment.