Accessibility Statement

Our Accessibility Commitment

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information about our cleaning services. Our website is designed and developed following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards to ensure accessibility for users with a wide range of disabilities.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using only a keyboard, with clear focus indicators showing which element is currently selected.
• Screen Reader Support: We use semantic HTML and provide descriptive alt text for images, proper heading structures, and ARIA labels where appropriate.
• Color Contrast: All text meets or exceeds WCAG 2.1 AA color contrast requirements (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text) to ensure readability.
• Responsive Design: Our mobile-first design ensures the website works effectively across all devices and screen sizes.
• Clear Navigation: Consistent navigation structure with descriptive link text and logical page organization.
• Form Accessibility: Contact and booking forms include clear labels, instructions, and error messages that are announced by screen readers.
• Text Scaling: The website maintains functionality when text is enlarged up to 200% without horizontal scrolling.
• Focus Management: Interactive elements have visible focus indicators and focus is managed appropriately throughout the user journey.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with assistive technologies, including:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
• Voice recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Switch controls and other adaptive input devices
• Browser zoom and magnification tools

Browser and Device Support

Our website is tested and optimized for accessibility on:

• Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
• Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
• Mobile Devices: Smartphones and tablets with touch and voice interfaces

Ongoing Improvements

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review and test our website to identify and address accessibility barriers. Our development team stays current with accessibility best practices and emerging standards to ensure our website continues to meet the needs of all users.

Alternative Access Methods

If you encounter any accessibility barriers on our website, we offer alternative ways to access our services:

• Phone consultations and booking: (208) 717-1192
• Email inquiries: hello@gatheredrootscleaning.com
• In-person consultations upon request
• Large print materials available upon request

Feedback and Support

We welcome feedback about the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers, have suggestions for improvement, or need assistance accessing any content or features, please don't hesitate to contact us:

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website may be provided by third-party services (such as booking platforms or maps). While we work to ensure these services meet accessibility standards, we cannot guarantee their accessibility. If you experience difficulties with third-party content, please contact us for alternative access methods.

Technical Specifications

This website relies on the following technologies for accessibility:

• HTML5 semantic elements
• CSS3 for visual presentation
• JavaScript for enhanced functionality (website remains functional without JavaScript)
• ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes
• SVG graphics with appropriate descriptions