Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

surelock.homes is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually work to improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.

Standards

We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Visual

• Dark mode option for reduced eye strain and light sensitivity
• Sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds
• Scalable text that responds to browser zoom settings
• Clear visual focus indicators for keyboard navigation

Navigation

• Consistent navigation across all pages
• Logical heading structure
• Skip navigation links for keyboard users
• Descriptive link text

Alternative Views

• List View: A text-based alternative to the interactive map, designed for screen reader users and keyboard navigation
• Sortable table with full keyboard support
• Zip code search with customizable radius
• All filtering options available in both map and list views
• Detail panel with complete community information including floor plans
• URLs reflect search state for easy bookmarking and sharing

Interactive Elements

• All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
• ARIA labels on buttons and controls
• Clear feedback for user actions

Content

• Alternative text for images
• Clear and simple language
• Structured content with proper headings

Known Limitations

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, some aspects of our service have limitations:

• Interactive Map: The Leaflet map component has inherent accessibility challenges. We provide alternative text and keyboard support where possible, but some map interactions may be difficult for screen reader users. We recommend using the List View as a fully accessible alternative that provides all the same community information and filtering capabilities.
• Third-Party Content: External links to builder websites may have varying levels of accessibility.

Assistive Technology Support

Our website is designed to work with:

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation

Browser Support

For the best accessibility experience, we recommend using the latest versions of:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Feedback

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of surelock.homes. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

• Describe the issue you encountered
• Tell us what page or feature was involved
• Share what assistive technology you were using

We take accessibility feedback seriously and will work to address issues promptly.

Continuous Improvement

We regularly review and update our website to maintain and improve accessibility. This includes testing with various assistive technologies and incorporating user feedback.