Accessibility Statement
Rayleigh Gutter Cleaning and Repairs is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.
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1. Our Commitment to Accessibility
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Rayleigh Gutter Cleaning and Repairs strives to provide a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability. We are committed to an inclusive digital experience and are actively working to increase the accessibility and usability of our website, adhering to many of the available standards and guidelines.
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2. Accessibility Standards and Guidelines
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We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.
WCAG 2.1 AA outlines four core principles:
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Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive.
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Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable.
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Understandable: Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable.
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Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies.
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3. Measures We've Taken to Support Accessibility
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To help us make our website a positive place for everyone, we have implemented the following accessibility features and continue to work on others:
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Keyboard Navigation: Our website can be navigated using a keyboard.
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Alternative Text: We strive to provide descriptive alternative text for all meaningful images, allowing screen readers to convey image content.
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Clear and Consistent Navigation: We aim for clear, consistent, and intuitive navigation across the site.
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Readability: We use clear, easy-to-read fonts and ensure sufficient color contrast between text and background.
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Resizable Text: Users can adjust text size using browser settings without loss of content or functionality.
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Forms: Our forms are designed to be accessible, with clear labels and error handling.
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Structured Content: We use clear headings, subheadings, and lists to structure our content, making it easier for screen readers and users to navigate.
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Video Captions: Where applicable, videos will include captions or transcripts.
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Responsive Design: Our website is designed to be responsive, adapting to various screen sizes and devices (desktops, tablets, mobile phones).
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4. Areas for Ongoing Improvement
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We are continually evaluating and improving the accessibility of our website. Our ongoing efforts include:
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Regular accessibility audits and testing, including both automated checks and manual reviews.
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Providing accessibility training for our content creators and developers.
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Addressing any identified accessibility barriers promptly.
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Reviewing feedback from users with disabilities to inform future improvements.
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5. Feedback and Support
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We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of the Rayleigh Gutter Cleaning and Repairs website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions on how we can improve our site for users with disabilities, please do not hesitate to contact us.
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We will do our best to respond to your feedback within 2-3 business days.
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Contact Information:
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Phone: 07889755053
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Contact Form: Fill out our contact form here.
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Postal Address: 51 Bardfield Way, Rayleigh, Essex
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6. Date of This Statement
This statement was last updated on June 1, 2025.