Common Sense
Structural Engineering.
Plans your builder can actually follow—no phone calls for clarification, no head-scratching details, no wasted time. Just clear, practical structural designs delivered faster than anyone in Texas.
Our Philosophy
Designs That Make Sense in the Field
Too many structural plans look great on paper but fall apart when a framer tries to build from them. Confusing details, missing dimensions, unclear load paths—they all lead to the same thing: phone calls, delays, and change orders.
At Cen Tex Engineering, every set of plans is designed with the builder in mind. We call it common sense engineering—clear details, practical connections, and designs that a contractor can pick up, understand, and build from without needing to call the engineer for clarification.
That's not a slogan. It's how we work on every project. Our plans are known for being builder-friendly, and that reputation is why contractors come back to us project after project.
By the Numbers
Experience and Speed You Can Count On
Years of combined building & engineering experience
Years — President DeWayne Krawl's personal experience in building & engineering
Years each for our licensed senior engineers
Turnaround time in Texas — plans delivered in days, not weeks
Our Specialty
The Remodel Engineers Other Firms Turn Down
Most engineering firms prefer cookie-cutter new construction. Remodels are harder—existing conditions are unknown, load paths are complicated, and every project is different. Many firms simply won't take them on.
We specialize in them. Load-bearing wall removals, second-story additions, foundation modifications, garage conversions—we've engineered thousands of remodels across Central Texas. We know how to evaluate what's there, design what needs to change, and deliver plans that get the job done without over-engineering or unnecessary cost.
If another firm told you it can't be done or quoted you weeks for turnaround, give us a call.
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What We Do
Our Core Services
Residential
Foundations, framing, wind bracing, retaining walls, and structural evaluations. We take the remodels others won't touch—and deliver plans builders can follow without a single clarification call.
Learn More →Pool Engineering
Custom pool structural design engineered for Central Texas expansive clay and limestone. We work directly with pool builders for fast permitting and structurally sound results.
Learn More →Civil & Infrastructure
Engineered W/WW tap plans, traffic control plans, and temporary structure engineering. Fast turnaround, PE-stamped, and prepared for the specific utility or agency you're submitting to.
Learn More →Our Work
Recent Projects
From complex remodels to pool structures on challenging terrain—here's a look at what we do.
Big View Dr — Remodel & Addition
Canyonwood Dr — Wedding Venue Addition
Corinthians Street — New Build
Council Bluff — Outdoor Living Addition
SPCA — Bagdad Rd New Build
Valley View — Remodel & Addition
From Waco to San Antonio, Including the Hill Country
Local expertise across Central Texas—we know the soil, the codes, and the building departments.
Ready to Get Started?
Get a fast, no-obligation quote from our experienced team. Plans delivered in days—not weeks.
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