Accessibility Statement -Our Commitment to Every Grower
At Roots and Routes Hydroponics, we believe that the joy of indoor gardening and the science of hydroponics should be accessible to everyone—regardless of ability or the technology they use to access the web. This Accessibility Statement outlines our ongoing commitment to digital inclusivity and our efforts to ensure that every grower can use our resources without barriers.
We are a small, independent site, but we take our digital responsibility seriously. Whether you are calculating the perfect light distance for your seedlings or converting EC to PPM for a reservoir change, we want your experience to be seamless, clear, and easy to navigate.
Our Current Standards
We strive to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. To ensure we stay on track, we regularly test our site using industry-standard tools like the Accessibility Integrity Method (AIM).
As of March 2026, our core hydroponic calculators and tools have achieved an accessibility score of 9.6 out of 10, with specific focus on:
- High Contrast: Ensuring all text and buttons are easy to read for those with visual impairments.
- Screen Reader Optimization: Using ARIA labels and proper form structures so our tools “speak” clearly to assistive technology.
- Keyboard Navigation: Ensuring you can navigate our guides and calculators without needing a mouse.
Work in Progress
While we are proud of our high scores, we know that accessibility is a journey, not a destination. You may encounter:
- Third-Party Content: Occasionally, we may link to or embed resources from manufacturers. While we prefer native tools, we cannot always control the accessibility of external sites.
- Legacy Posts: We are currently auditing our older blog archives to ensure they match our current high standards for image descriptions and link clarity.
We Want Your Feedback
If you are having trouble using any part of Rootsandrouteshydro.com, or if you find a tool that isn’t behaving correctly with your assistive technology, please let us know. Your feedback helps us grow a better resource for the entire community.
How to reach us:
- Email: rootsandrouteshydroponics@gmail.com
- Response Time: We generally respond to accessibility inquiries within 2 business days.
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of Roots and Routes Hydroponics relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML
- CSS
- JavaScript
- WAI-ARIA
A Note from the Founder
At the end of the day, Roots and Routes Hydroponics is about growth—both for your plants and for this website. As technology evolves, so will our commitment to making this a welcoming place for every grower. Thank you for being part of our community and for helping us keep the “roots” of this project strong and accessible to all.
Happy Growing, The Roots and Routes Team