JRH Engineering Guidelines
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JRH Engineering offers 30 complimentary (free) engineering guidelines and checklists to help developers, contractors, property owners, and architects with common civil and structural engineering issues in Texas, North Carolina, and Florida.
JRH provides these 2026-updated resources at no cost and with no obligation.
How to Receive Any of the Free
Guidelines / Checklists
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Browse the list below and note the Guide # and Title of the file(s) you would like to receive.
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Contact JRH in any of the following ways:
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Use the JRH chatbot (lower right corner of this screen), or
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Call us at (800) 227-9635, or
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Click the button below to go to our Contact Us page.
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Request the files by providing the Guide # or Title along with your contact information so our team can email the document(s) to you.
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There is no cost and no obligation for any of these files.
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Important Note: The information in these guides is for general reference only. A licensed Professional Engineer should review any actual design or construction work. JRH Engineering assumes no responsibility for the application or use of these materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the JRH Engineering Reference Guides?
The JRH Engineering Reference Guides are a free collection of practical civil and structural engineering checklists and guidelines to apply in Texas, North Carolina, and Florida.
Are the engineering checklists and guidelines completely free?
Yes.
Do the reference guides include 2026 updates?
Yes.
Does JRH Engineering provide full engineering design and permitting services beyond the free guides?
Yes. JRH Engineering offers complete professional civil and structural engineering design, site planning, infrastructure design, foundation engineering, and full permitting services.
What non-permitting factors can make a site unusable for its intended purpose?
Utility availability, such as natural gas service required for certain industrial operations, can be a deal-breaker even when the permitting path itself is workable.
How can I get personalized engineering help after reviewing the guides?
If you need personalized assistance, contact JRH Engineering for a free 15-minute consultation. Call 800-227-9635 or use the JRH chat function.
FREE GUIDES
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
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Metal Building Foundation
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Permit Red Flags
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Pool and Outdoor Structural Guide
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Site Feasibility Scorecard
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Soft Cost Estimator
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Subdivision Checklist and Timeline
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