238290 — Other Building Equipment Contractors
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in installing or servicing building equipment (except electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, or ventilation equipment). The repair and maintenance of miscellaneous building equipment is included in this industry. The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.
Illustrative Examples
- Automated and revolving door installation
- Lightning protection equipment (e.g., lightning rod) installation
- Boiler and pipe insulation installation
- Machine rigging
- Commercial-type door installation
- Millwrights
- Conveyor system installation
- Revolving door installation
- Overhead door, commercial- or industrial-type, installation
- Dismantling large-scale machinery and equipment
- Elevator installation
- Satellite dish, household-type, installation
- Escalator installation
- Vacuum cleaning system, built-in, installation
- Gasoline pump, service station, installation
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 238290 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Other Building Equipment Contractors |
| SBA Size Standard | $22,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 8,107 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 238290 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 23 → 238 → 2382 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 1796 - Installation or Erection of Building Equipment, NEC (via SIC1987:1796→NAICS1997:23595→2002:238290→2007:238290→2012:238290→2017:238290→2022:238290)
- SIC 1799 - Special Trade Contractors, NEC (via SIC1987:1799→NAICS1997:23599→2002:238290→2007:238290→2012:238290→2017:238290→2022:238290)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC L056 — Technical Representation Services: Construction and Building Materials
- PSC N072 — Installation of Equipment: Household and Commercial Furnishings and Appliances
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 238290:
- Sector 23 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Construction sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 2382
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 238290 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 238290 is 'Other Building Equipment Contractors', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 23 (Construction); the SBA small-business size standard is $22,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 238290?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 238290 is $22,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 238290?
NAICS code 238290 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 1796 - Installation or Erection of Building Equipment, NEC, 1799 - Special Trade Contractors, NEC.