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Accessibility

· 13 checks — Landmarks, headings, alt text, forms, and link quality rolled into one auditable list.
SCORE
61
GRADE
D
FIX
4
REVIEW
5
PASS
4
INFO
0
Checks
13
4 PASS 5 REVIEW 4 FIX
D
Web Manifest
Action
Not found
FIX
Not found
Info::
No web manifest found
No manifest at standard paths (/manifest.json, /site.webmanifest). A manifest is optional but enables PWA features like home screen installation and standalone display.

No web manifest found.

D
Dark Mode Support
Action
No dark mode signals
FIX
No dark mode signals
Info::
No dark mode signals detected
Consider adding CSS with @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark) and <meta name='color-scheme' content='light dark'>.
Info::
Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles
External CSS files may contain prefers-color-scheme rules not visible to this scan.
Dark ModeNo Dark Mode Detected
color-scheme meta Not set ✗Dark theme-color Not set ✗CSS indicators Not detected ✗

Detection limited to meta tags and inline styles.

D
Print Stylesheet
Action
No print styles
FIX
No print styles
Info::
No print-specific styles detected
When users print this page, they get the screen layout including navigation and non-essential elements. Add @media print rules to hide navigation and optimize layout for paper.
Print Stylesheet No Print Styles
Print stylesheet Not found ✗Inline @media print Not detected ✗
F
Navigation UX
Action
No navigation patterns
FIX
No navigation patterns
Info::
2 navigation landmark(s) detected
Info::
No breadcrumbs, search, or skip link detected
These navigation aids help users orient themselves and find content efficiently, especially on large sites.
Breadcrumbs
Search
Skip Link
Labeled Navigation 2 <nav> element(s)
Back to Top
Hamburger Menu
Sticky Navigation Cannot reliably detect (CSS-based)
1 of 6 testable patterns navigation patterns detected. Limited navigation support. Consider adding breadcrumbs, search, and skip link.
B
Landmark Structure
6 landmarks
REVIEW
6 landmarks
Info::
<main> landmark present
Info::
2 <nav> landmark(s) found
Warning::
1 of 2 <nav> elements are unlabeled
Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.
Warning::
Skip navigation link is missing (WCAG 2.4.1)
Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.
Page Structure — as a screen reader sees it
BANNER header NAV MAIN CONTENTINFO footer

Multiple navigations need aria-label to distinguish them for screen readers.

Why this matters

Some <nav> elements lack aria-label — screen-reader users hear 'navigation' multiple times with no way to distinguish them.

Learn more ▾

When a page has multiple <nav> regions (primary, footer, breadcrumb), each needs aria-label or aria-labelledby. AT users navigate by landmark; identical 'navigation' announcements force them to enter each one to discover purpose.

Source: WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices

Add a skip link as the first focusable element so keyboard users can bypass repeated navigation.

Why this matters

Without a skip-nav link, keyboard users tab through every nav item before reaching content — every page, every visit.

Learn more ▾

WCAG 2.4.1 (Bypass Blocks) requires a mechanism to skip past repeated content. The standard implementation is a 'Skip to main content' link that's the first focusable element, visually hidden until focused. Three lines of HTML + four of CSS.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 2.4.1

C
Form Accessibility
Action
3 of 14 controls have issues
REVIEW
3 of 14 controls have issues
Critical::
3 control(s) without accessible label
Form controls need a <label>, aria-label, or aria-labelledby for screen readers.
Got: <input type="checkbox" id="hamburger-toggle">; <input type="checkbox" id="toggle-search-header">; <input type="checkbox" id="toggle-search-hamburger">
Info::
11 control(s) properly labeled
14 controls
11 labeled
0 placeholder only
3 unlabeled
ControlTypeLabelMethod
ssearchSearch for:none
ssearchSearch for:none
#dropdown-toggle-1checkboxInteriorfor/id
#dropdown-toggle-2checkboxExteriorfor/id
#dropdown-toggle-3checkboxLawn & Gardenfor/id
#dropdown-toggle-4checkboxDIYfor/id
#dropdown-toggle-5checkboxReviewsfor/id
#dropdown-toggle-6checkboxDesignfor/id
#dropdown-toggle-7checkboxReal Estatefor/id
#dropdown-toggle-8checkboxMorefor/id
#emailemailEmail addressfor/id
#hamburger-togglecheckbox(none)none
#toggle-search-hamburgercheckbox(none)none
#toggle-search-headercheckbox(none)none

Form controls need a <label>, aria-label, or aria-labelledby for screen readers.

<input type="checkbox" id="hamburger-toggle">; <input type="checkbox" id="toggle-search-header">; <input type="checkbox" id="toggle-search-hamburger">

Why this matters

Form controls without labels — assistive tech announces 'edit text' with no context; users can't complete forms.

Source: WCAG 2.1 SC 3.3.2

B
Favicon & Branding
4 icon(s) detected
REVIEW
4 icon(s) detected
Info::
favicon.ico present at site root
Info::
HTML icon links detected
Info::
Apple touch icon present
Info::
Multiple icon sizes detected
✓ favicon.ico Present
✓ PNG Icons Present
✓ Apple Touch Present
✗ SVG Favicon Missing
✗ Manifest Icons Missing
✓ Multiple Sizes Present
C
Color Contrast (Screenshot)
Action
20 text elements analyzed, 1 fail WCAG AA
REVIEW

Analyzes text contrast against the actual rendered page, including background images, gradients, and overlays that CSS-based tools cannot detect.

19 pass 1 fail WCAG AA
title Bob Vila - Home Improvement, Home Repair…
1.56:1
#000000
on
#00324C
needs 4.5:1 (normal text)
16px · top of page (header area)
Show all checked elements (20)
ElementRatioRequiredFGBGResult
h1 Bob Vila. Tried, Tru…19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Video19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Featured19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 FOLLOW US19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Interior19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Exterior19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Lawn & Garden19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 DIY19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Reviews19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Design19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Real Estate19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h2 Shop19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h3 9 Paint Colors That…19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h3 How we test and revi…19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h3 How to Use a Heat Gu…19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h3 8 Things You Can (an…19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
h3 DISCLAIMER(S)19.77:13.0:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass
title Bob Vila - Home Impr…1.56:14.5:1
#000000
#00324C
Fail
a We Named the Best La…20.29:14.5:1
#000000
#FBFBFB
Pass
span Search for:19.77:14.5:1
#000000
#F8F8F8
Pass

Methodology: The top 20 text elements by font size were checked. Background color was sampled from the desktop screenshot using a 5-point pattern. WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 for normal text and 3:1 for large text.

A+
Heading Hierarchy
63 headings
PASS
63 headings
Info::
Single H1 present
  • H1 Bob Vila. Tried, True, Trustworthy Home Advice.
  • H2 15 Pro Tips to Make Any Paint Job Go Faster
  • H3 We’re Searching for the Next Tool of the Year: How to Apply to BobVila.com’s 2026 Awards
  • H3 Wow-Factor Flowers: 10 Big Blooms You Can Grow in Your Garden
  • H3 Home Depot Drops Power Tools Up to 71% Off for Spring Black Friday—DeWalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi, and More
  • H3 6 Things You Never Thought to Do With a Tarp
  • H2 Video
  • H3 Pavilion Building Timelapse
  • H3 How to Use a Glue Gun | Tool Training With Mark
  • H3 Ask The Team: How to Brighten Up an Oxidized Patio Table, Our Plaster of Paris Recipe, and More
  • H2 Featured
  • H3 9 Paint Colors That’ll Brighten a Dark Hallway
  • H3 The 6 Best Deck Paints of 2026, Tested and Reviewed by Experts
  • H3 The 6 Best Landscape Fabrics of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed
  • H3 The Best Electric Tillers of 2026, According to Expert Testing
  • H3 The Best Pump Sprayers of 2026, According to Expert Testing
  • H4 Hi, I'm Bob Vila
  • H3 How we test and review products
  • H3 The Best Sheds of 2026, According to Our Expert Testing
  • H3 The Best Fertilizers for Tomatoes for a Big, Flavorful Harvest
  • H3 The 8 Best Kitchen Faucets of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed
  • H3 The Best Tile Saws of 2026, According to Hands-On Expert Testing
  • H3 The 6 Best Deck Stains of 2026, According to Hands-On Expert Testing
  • H3 The 9 Best Table Saws of 2026, Expert-Tested and Reviewed
  • H3 The Best Concrete Crack Fillers of 2026 for DIY Repairs, Expert-Tested
  • H3 We Tested 14 of the Best Pressure Washers and Discovered PSI Isn’t Everything—Here’s What to Look for Instead
  • H2 DIY
  • H3 How to Use a Heat Gun (and 10 Things You Can Do With One)
  • H3 Want a Showstopping Garden? Plant These Types of Hydrangeas
  • H3 The Best Bow Saws for Fast Cuts, Tested and Reivewed
  • H3 The Sill Drops Hundreds of Plants Up to 47% Off—Orchids, Monsteras, Citrus Trees, and More
  • H3 Home Depot’s Spring Black Friday Ends Soon: Last Chance on Up to 69% Off Tools, Grills, Appliances, and More
  • H2 Home Advice You Can Trust
  • H2 cleaning
  • H3 8 Things You Can (and Should) Clean With a Pressure Washer
  • H3 Cleaning Your Patio Furniture Like This Will Make it Last Longer
  • H3 Expert Secrets to Keeping Your Home’s Appliances Clean, Inside and Out
  • H3 12 Ways Coconut Oil Can Help Clean and Maintain Your Home
  • H3 How to Clean Brass
  • H3 DIYer Says “Goodbye” to Sterile Wire Shelving With This Easy Customization
  • H3 How to Trim Basement Windows
  • H3 20 Big Ideas for Organizing Small Closets
  • H3 Testing the Honeywell Home X8S Changed How I Answer the Door—It Streams Live Doorbell Video
  • H3 How Secure Is Your Sliding Glass Door?
  • H3 Our Favorite Video Doorbell of 2026 Is a Must-Have for Home Security
  • H3 When and How to Fertilize Your Houseplants, No Matter the Type
  • H3 These Are the Best Houseplants for Your South-Facing Windows
  • H3 How to Grow Rosemary Indoors
  • H3 Amazon Drops Portable Generators to Clearance-Level Prices—Save Up to 50% Off Jackery, Bluetti, EcoFlow, and More
  • H3 Winter Blizzard Preparation—Retailers Are Stocked With Snow Blowers, Generators, and More Storm Essentials With Same-Day Delivery or Pickup
  • H3 Retailers Slash Prices on Power Tools, Generators, Home Security, and More Ahead of Presidents’ Day: Save on DeWalt, Milwaukee, EcoFlow, and More
  • H4 Meet the Experts
  • H2 DAILY NEWSLETTER
  • H2 FOLLOW US
  • H3 DISCLAIMER(S)
  • H2 Interior
  • H2 Exterior
  • H2 Lawn & Garden
  • H2 DIY
  • H2 Reviews
  • H2 Design
  • H2 Real Estate
  • H2 Shop
A+
Alt Text Quality
All 54 images OK
PASS
All 54 images OK
Info::
2 image(s) with alt text over 125 characters
Info::
21 decorative image(s) correctly marked
Info::
31 image(s) with good alt text
54 images 31 good alt text 21 decorative
IssueCount
too long2 image(s)
A
404 Error Page
HTTP 404, custom page
PASS
HTTP 404, custom page
Info::
Correct 404 status code returned
Got: HTTP 404
Info::
Custom styled 404 page
Info::
Navigation links present on 404 page
Info::
Homepage link present on 404 page
Info::
Search form present on 404 page
404 Page Quality ✓ Custom 404 Page
Status Code HTTP 404 ✓Page Title Page not found - Bob Vila ✓Custom Styling ✓Navigation ✓Homepage Link ✓Search Form ✓
A
Lighthouse Accessibility Audits
Score 93/100 — 2 failing, 25 passed
PASS
93

Accessibility

These checks highlight opportunities to improve the accessibility of your web app. Automatic detection can only detect a subset of issues and does not guarantee the accessibility of your web app, so manual testing is also encouraged.

Names and labels

Link text (and alternate text for images, when used as links) that is discernible, unique, and focusable improves the navigation experience for screen reader users. Learn how to make links accessible.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a
ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a ul.grid > li.author-expert > div.ml-3 > a

These are opportunities to improve the semantics of the controls in your application. This may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.

Best practices

Touch targets with sufficient size and spacing help users who may have difficulty targeting small controls to activate the targets. Learn more about touch targets.

Why this matters

Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.

Failing Elements
ADVERTISE div.footer-content-col > ul#footer-line-2 > li#menu-item-461778 > a
PRIVACY POLICY div.footer-content-col > ul#footer-line-2 > li#menu-item-461780 > a
TERMS & CONDITIONS div.footer-content-col > ul#footer-line-2 > li#menu-item-461781 > a
SITEMAP div.footer-content-col > ul#footer-line-2 > li#menu-item-461779 > a

These items highlight common accessibility best practices.

○Interactive controls are keyboard focusable
○Interactive elements indicate their purpose and state
○The page has a logical tab order
○Visual order on the page follows DOM order
○User focus is not accidentally trapped in a region
○The user's focus is directed to new content added to the page
○HTML5 landmark elements are used to improve navigation
○Offscreen content is hidden from assistive technology
○Custom controls have associated labels
○Custom controls have ARIA roles
●`[aria-*]` attributes match their roles
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` is not present on the document `<body>`
●`[role]`s have all required `[aria-*]` attributes
●`[role]` values are valid
●`[aria-*]` attributes have valid values
●`[aria-*]` attributes are valid and not misspelled
●Buttons have an accessible name
●Image elements have `[alt]` attributes
●Form elements have associated labels
●`[user-scalable="no"]` is not used in the `<meta name="viewport">` element and the `[maximum-scale]` attribute is not less than 5.
●ARIA attributes are used as specified for the element's role
●`[aria-hidden="true"]` elements do not contain focusable descendents
●Elements use only permitted ARIA attributes
●Background and foreground colors have a sufficient contrast ratio
●Document has a `<title>` element
●`<frame>` or `<iframe>` elements have a title
●`<html>` element has a `[lang]` attribute
●`<html>` element has a valid value for its `[lang]` attribute
●Links are distinguishable without relying on color.
●Lists contain only `<li>` elements and script supporting elements (`<script>` and `<template>`).
●List items (`<li>`) are contained within `<ul>`, `<ol>` or `<menu>` parent elements
●No element has a `[tabindex]` value greater than 0
●Heading elements appear in a sequentially-descending order
●Document has a main landmark.
●Deprecated ARIA roles were not used
○`[accesskey]` values are unique
○`button`, `link`, and `menuitem` elements have accessible names
○Elements with `role="dialog"` or `role="alertdialog"` have accessible names.
○ARIA input fields have accessible names
○ARIA `meter` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `progressbar` elements have accessible names
○Elements with an ARIA `[role]` that require children to contain a specific `[role]` have all required children.
○`[role]`s are contained by their required parent element
○Elements with the `role=text` attribute do not have focusable descendents.
○ARIA toggle fields have accessible names
○ARIA `tooltip` elements have accessible names
○ARIA `treeitem` elements have accessible names
○The page contains a heading, skip link, or landmark region
○`<dl>`'s contain only properly-ordered `<dt>` and `<dd>` groups, `<script>`, `<template>` or `<div>` elements.
○Definition list items are wrapped in `<dl>` elements
○ARIA IDs are unique
○No form fields have multiple labels
○`<html>` element has an `[xml:lang]` attribute with the same base language as the `[lang]` attribute.
○Input buttons have discernible text.
○`<input type="image">` elements have `[alt]` text
○The document does not use `<meta http-equiv="refresh">`
○`<object>` elements have alternate text
○Select elements have associated label elements.
○Skip links are focusable.
○Cells in a `<table>` element that use the `[headers]` attribute refer to table cells within the same table.
○`<th>` elements and elements with `[role="columnheader"/"rowheader"]` have data cells they describe.
○`[lang]` attributes have a valid value
○`<video>` elements contain a `<track>` element with `[kind="captions"]`
○Tables have different content in the summary attribute and `<caption>`.
○All heading elements contain content.
○Uses ARIA roles only on compatible elements
○Image elements do not have `[alt]` attributes that are redundant text.
○Identical links have the same purpose.
○Elements with visible text labels have matching accessible names.
○Tables use `<caption>` instead of cells with the `[colspan]` attribute to indicate a caption.
○`<td>` elements in a large `<table>` have one or more table headers.
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