Accessibility Statement

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Nelson Architectural Engineers, Inc. is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of ability. Our goal is to provide a website that is accessible to the widest possible audience, regardless of technology or ability.

Conformance Status

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities and are widely recognized as the international standard for web accessibility.

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA. Nelson Architectural Engineers, Inc. is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Semantic Structure

• Proper heading hierarchy (H1-H6) for content organization
• Semantic HTML elements for better screen reader navigation
• Clear and consistent page structure across all pages

Keyboard Navigation

• All interactive elements are accessible via keyboard
• Logical tab order throughout the website
• Focus indicators are visible for keyboard users

Visual Design

• Sufficient color contrast ratios for text and interactive elements
• Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality
• Responsive design that adapts to different screen sizes and devices

Alternative Text

• Meaningful alternative text for images that convey information
• Decorative images are marked appropriately

Forms

• Form fields have associated labels
• Clear instructions and error messages
• Required fields are properly indicated

Links and Navigation

• Descriptive link text that indicates the destination
• Consistent navigation across all pages
• Skip navigation link (available for screen reader users)

Known Accessibility Issues

While we strive for full accessibility, we are aware of some areas that may need improvement:

• Some third-party embedded content (such as Google Maps) may have accessibility limitations
• PDF documents, if any, may not be fully accessible

We are working to address these issues and improve accessibility across our website.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

• Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation

We recommend using the latest versions of these assistive technologies and web browsers for the best experience.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for improvement:

We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and to propose a solution within 10 business days.

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility throughout our website, some third-party content or tools may not be fully accessible. This includes:

• Google Maps embedded on our contact page
• Form processing services

We are committed to working with our third-party providers to improve the accessibility of these components.

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to ongoing improvement of our website's accessibility. Our efforts include:

• Regular accessibility audits and testing
• Training for content creators and developers on accessibility best practices
• Monitoring of accessibility standards and guidelines
• Implementing feedback from users with disabilities

Technical Specifications

Accessibility of this website relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:

• HTML5
• CSS3
• JavaScript

These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.

Legal Requirements

This website aims to comply with applicable accessibility laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

• Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
• Texas accessibility requirements

Assessment Approach

Nelson Architectural Engineers, Inc. assessed the accessibility of this website by:

• Self-evaluation using accessibility testing tools
• Manual testing with assistive technologies
• Review against WCAG 2.1 guidelines

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you have the right to file a complaint with the appropriate authorities. In the United States, you may file a complaint with:

• The U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
• Your state or local civil rights agency

Updates to This Statement

We may update this Accessibility Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our website, technology, or accessibility standards. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the statement was last revised.