Home Visit Ear
Wax Removal
The same professional ear care as our clinic — brought to your door. Full equipment, full assessment, full treatment. No compromises, no travel required.
Clinic-Quality Care at Home
A home visit isn't a scaled-down version of our clinic service. We bring the full clinical setup — otoscope, magnifying loupes, microsuction device, and irrigation equipment — to your home. The assessment, the technique, and the aftercare are identical to what you'd receive in South Molton.
Full Clinical Assessment
Every visit starts with an otoscopic examination to assess the wax and confirm the safest removal method.
Microsuction or Irrigation
Both techniques are available at home. Microsuction is most common — it requires no water and works in any setting.
45–60 Minutes
Including setup, consultation, treatment of one or both ears, and aftercare advice.
Within 20 Miles
We cover a wide area of North Devon from our South Molton base. Call to confirm your postcode.
What Happens at Your Home Visit
From booking to aftercare — here's exactly what to expect.
Book Your Visit
Call us on 01769 302119 or use our online booking form. We'll confirm your address, agree a time, and advise you to start using ear drops 3–5 days beforehand.
Practitioner Arrives
Your practitioner arrives with a full clinical kit. All you need is a comfortable chair or bed with good head support. We bring everything else.
Otoscopic Assessment
Your ears are examined with an illuminated otoscope to assess wax type, quantity, and whether your eardrum is intact. This determines the safest removal method.
Wax Removed
Microsuction or irrigation is performed — whichever is most appropriate for you. Both ears can be treated in the same appointment.
Post-Procedure Check
Your practitioner examines your ears again to confirm the wax has been cleared and checks the condition of your eardrums.
Aftercare & Follow-Up
You'll receive personalised aftercare advice. If a follow-up is needed — for example, if wax was too hard to remove in one visit — we return at no extra charge.
Who Benefits Most from Home Visits?
Home visits are available to anyone who finds clinic attendance difficult — or who simply prefers the comfort of being treated at home. There's no medical requirement to justify a home visit.
Mobility Difficulties
Patients with limited mobility, chronic pain, or conditions that make travel uncomfortable. No need to arrange transport or navigate a waiting room.
Older Adults
Earwax impaction affects around a third of older adults in care settings (BJGP). For this group, getting to a clinic is often the biggest barrier to treatment.
Care Home Residents
We visit care homes and residential settings. If you're a carer or care manager, call us to arrange a visit for one or more residents.
Hearing Aid Wearers
Regular ear care is essential for hearing aid users — wax blocks ports and degrades sound quality. A home visit schedule removes the friction of frequent clinic trips.
Post-Operative Recovery
If you're recovering from surgery or illness and can't travel, a home visit means your ear health doesn't have to wait.
Personal Preference
No waiting room, no travel stress, no parking. Some patients simply prefer being treated at home — and that's a completely valid reason.
Hearing Aid Users
Blocked ear canals reduce hearing aid effectiveness and accelerate receiver wear. Our complete guide to ear care for hearing aid users explains how regular wax removal protects your devices and maintains sound quality.
Preparing for Your Home Visit
The most important preparation is using ear drops for three to five days before the appointment. Olive oil drops — the NHS's recommended first-line option — soften the wax and make removal faster and more comfortable. Apply two to three drops to the affected ear three to four times daily, lying on your side for five to ten minutes after each application.
For the visit itself, you'll need a comfortable chair or bed where you can sit or lie with your head supported. Good lighting is helpful but not essential — we bring our own. You don't need to prepare anything else.
If you're arranging the visit for someone else, let us know in advance about any access requirements, relevant health conditions, or history of ear problems. This helps us prepare appropriately.
Your Pre-Visit Checklist
Apply olive oil or sodium bicarbonate drops 3–4 times daily
No drops needed on the morning of the appointment
A comfortable chair or bed with head support in a well-lit room
Cotton buds, ear candles, or any attempt to remove wax yourself
Any history of ear surgery, perforated eardrum, or balance problems
Let us know about parking, entry codes, or mobility equipment in advance
Where We Visit
We cover a wide area of Devon from our South Molton base. Home visits are available within 20 miles — including the following towns and their surrounding villages.
Not sure if you're in our area?
Call us on 01769 302119 and we'll confirm straight away. For patients further afield, we may be able to arrange a visit on days when we're already travelling in your area.
Home Visit Prices
One price covers one or both ears. The travel supplement reflects distance from South Molton — no hidden fees.
Within 10 Miles
One or both ears
- Otoscopic assessment included
- One or both ears treated
- Aftercare advice included
- Free follow-up if needed
All prices include assessment, treatment of one or both ears, and aftercare. Follow-up visits are free of charge. Full pricing page →
Home Visit vs Clinic Appointment
Both options deliver the same clinical outcome. The choice is about what works best for you.
| Feature | Home Visit | Clinic Appointment |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical equipment | ✓ Full kit brought to you | ✓ Full clinic setup |
| Otoscopic assessment | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Microsuction available | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Ear irrigation available | ✓ Yes (suitable patients) | ✓ Yes |
| Travel required | ✗ None | ✓ Travel to South Molton |
| Appointment duration | 45–60 minutes | 30–45 minutes |
| Price (one or both ears) | £75–£85 | £60 |
| Same-day availability | ✓ Subject to availability | ✓ Often available |
| Free follow-up if needed | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Not sure which is right for you? Call us on 01769 302119 and we'll help you decide.
Written & Reviewed By
Eleni Kiromitis
Ear Care Specialist — Earwax Removal Devon
Eleni is a qualified ear care practitioner based in South Molton, Devon. She holds a Certificate in Ear Care (Level 6) and is trained in both microsuction and water irrigation. She practises in line with NICE guideline NG207 on earwax management and carries full professional indemnity insurance. All clinical content on this page has been written and reviewed by Eleni to ensure accuracy.
Request Your Home Visit
Professional ear care at your doorstep, across North Devon. Start using your ear drops now, and we'll take care of the rest.
Questions first? Call 01769 302119 — we're happy to confirm your coverage area and talk through what to expect.