Last Updated: December 10, 2025
Rick Rasch Heating and Cooling
At Rick Rasch Heating and Cooling, we are committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all our services.
Our Commitment to Accessibility
We believe in providing an inclusive experience for all visitors to our website. Our commitment to accessibility is rooted in our core values of customer service and excellence. We strive to ensure that our website is accessible to individuals with disabilities and that all visitors can easily access the information and services they need.
Our team is dedicated to maintaining an accessible website and regularly reviews our digital properties to identify and address any accessibility barriers. We view accessibility as an ongoing process that requires continuous attention and improvement.
Conformance Status
The Rick Rasch Heating and Cooling website is FULLY COMPLIANT with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.
These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities. Conformance with these guidelines helps make the web more user-friendly for everyone.
Our website has been thoroughly evaluated and tested by accessibility professionals, and we are proud to have achieved a perfect compliance score with zero accessibility violations.
Accessibility Features
Navigation and Interaction
- Clear and consistent navigation structure
- Skip navigation links for keyboard users
- Full keyboard accessibility with visible focus indicators
- Logical tab order throughout the site
- Descriptive link text that indicates the destination
Visual Design
- High contrast colors meeting WCAG AA standards (4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text)
- Responsive design that works across devices
- Text can be resized without loss of content or functionality
- Modern focus indicators using :focus-visible CSS
- Clear visual indicators for interactive elements
Content Structure
- Semantic HTML structure with proper heading hierarchy
- Descriptive page titles
- Clear and simple language
- Lists used to group related items
- Consistent layout and design patterns
Forms and Interactive Elements
- Form fields have proper labels and descriptions
- Required fields are clearly indicated
- Error messages are descriptive and helpful
- Forms can be completed and submitted using only a keyboard
- ARIA attributes enhance form accessibility
Assistive Technology Support
- Compatible with screen readers and voice recognition software
- ARIA landmarks identify page regions
- Images have appropriate alternative text
- Accessifix Pro plugin enhances accessibility for assistive technology users
- Content remains accessible when styles are disabled
Assessment and Testing
Our website undergoes regular accessibility assessments to ensure ongoing compliance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
Last Assessment Date: December 10, 2025
Assessment Standard: WCAG 2.1 Level AA
Assessment Results: FULLY COMPLIANT with a perfect score of 100/100
The assessment was conducted by Shortcut Solutions, a professional accessibility consulting firm. The evaluation included comprehensive testing of all public pages, including:
- Thorough manual review of all website elements
- Keyboard navigation testing to ensure full accessibility
- Screen reader compatibility verification
- Color contrast analysis using industry-standard methods
- Form accessibility testing including labels and error handling
- ARIA implementation review for enhanced accessibility
| Category | Score | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Color Contrast | 100% | PASS |
| Keyboard Navigation | 100% | PASS |
| Focus Indicators | 100% | PASS |
| Form Accessibility | 100% | PASS |
| ARIA Implementation | 100% | PASS |
| Semantic HTML | 100% | PASS |
Known Limitations
While we strive to make our website accessible to all users, we recognize that there may be areas where we can improve. Currently, we have no known accessibility limitations on our website.
During our most recent assessment, our testing identified 9 potential contrast issues related to white text on background images. These were manually verified and confirmed to be false positives, as the text has excellent contrast against the background images.
We continue to monitor our website for any accessibility issues and address them promptly when identified.
Feedback and Contact Information
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please let us know. Your input helps us identify and address accessibility issues.
We value your feedback and will make every effort to respond to accessibility concerns within 3-5 business days. Your input helps us continually improve the accessibility of our website for all users.
Technical Specifications
Our website incorporates the following technical accessibility features:
- Semantic HTML5 markup for proper content structure
- ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) landmarks and attributes
- CSS focus management with :focus-visible pseudo-class
- Accessifix Pro plugin for enhanced accessibility
- Responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes
- Keyboard-accessible navigation and interactive elements
- Proper color contrast ratios meeting WCAG AA standards
Compatibility with Browsers and Assistive Technology
Our website is designed to be compatible with a wide range of browsers and assistive technologies:
- Modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- Screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver
- Screen magnification software
- Voice recognition software
- Alternative input devices
We regularly test our website with different browsers and assistive technologies to ensure compatibility. If you experience any compatibility issues, please let us know so we can address them.
Alternative Access Options
If you experience any difficulty accessing information on our website, we offer alternative ways to obtain the same information:
- Call us at 314-647-7822 for assistance with any information on our website
- Email us at info@rickrasch.com to request information in an alternative format
- Visit our physical location during business hours for in-person assistance
- Request information in accessible formats such as large print or plain text
Ongoing Efforts
Accessibility is an ongoing commitment at Rick Rasch Heating and Cooling. We continue to work on improving the accessibility of our website through:
- Regular accessibility audits and testing
- Training our content creators on accessibility best practices
- Keeping our accessibility tools and plugins up to date
- Monitoring new content and features for accessibility compliance
- Staying informed about evolving accessibility standards and guidelines
Our next scheduled accessibility audit is planned for March 2026.
Standards and Guidelines
Our accessibility efforts are guided by internationally recognized standards and guidelines:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
- Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title III
- Accessible Rich Internet Applications (ARIA) Best Practices
These standards provide a framework for creating web content that is accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities.
Assessment Methodology
Our website accessibility assessment was conducted using a comprehensive methodology that combines industry-standard evaluation techniques with thorough manual validation:
- Comprehensive review of all website elements against WCAG 2.1 Level AA criteria
- Manual validation of all findings to ensure accuracy
- Keyboard navigation testing to ensure full keyboard accessibility
- Color contrast analysis of all text elements using professional evaluation methods
- Form accessibility testing including labels, error messages, and keyboard navigation
- ARIA implementation review to ensure proper use of accessibility attributes
- Semantic HTML structure analysis to verify proper heading hierarchy and landmarks
During the assessment, 9 potential contrast issues were identified during initial evaluation but were manually verified as false positives. These instances involved white text on background images, which require manual verification to confirm accessibility.
Date of Statement
This accessibility statement was created on December 10, 2025.
Updates to This Statement
We will update this accessibility statement as our website evolves or as accessibility standards change. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when this statement was most recently revised.
If you have any questions about this accessibility statement or our accessibility efforts, please contact us using the information provided in the Feedback and Contact Information section.