NAICS 236115 - New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)

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What is NAICS 236115

NAICS code 236115 covers the construction of new single-family housing units, including detached houses, townhouses, and row houses where each unit is physically separated by ground-to-roof walls with no overlapping housing units above or below. This sector primarily involves general contractors who manage the complete construction process on-site, including the assembly of modular and prefabricated homes. Businesses operating under this code often provide design-build and construction management services specifically tailored to single-family residential projects. Government contracting in this sector is vital for agencies that require new housing construction for military families, federal employees, or disaster recovery efforts, ensuring quality and timely delivery of residential units.

Industry Classification for NAICS 236115

This U.S. industry comprises general contractor establishments primarily responsible for the entire construction of new single-family housing, such as single-family detached houses and town houses or row houses where each housing unit (1) is separated from its neighbors by a ground-to-roof wall and (2) has no housing units constructed above or below. This industry includes general contractors responsible for the on-site assembly of modular and prefabricated houses. Single-family housing design-build firms and single-family construction management firms acting as general contractors are included in this industry.

Breakdown for NAICS 236115

  • Covers construction of new single-family detached houses, townhouses, and row houses.
  • Includes on-site assembly of modular and prefabricated homes.
  • Involves general contractors managing entire construction projects.
  • Excludes for-sale builders who primarily market completed homes.
  • Supports specialized design-build and construction management firms.
  • Applies to housing units separated by ground-to-roof walls with no vertical stacking.

Included Activities for NAICS 236115

  • Managing new single-family home construction projects from start to finish.
  • Assembling modular and prefabricated residential units on-site.
  • Providing design-build services specifically for single-family housing.
  • Coordinating construction management activities tailored to residential builds.
  • Ensuring compliance with local building codes and federal construction standards.
  • Sourcing and supervising subcontractors for plumbing, electrical, and finishing work.
  • Conducting site preparation and foundation work for new homes.
  • Performing quality control and inspection throughout the construction process.

Business Types for NAICS 236115

  • General contracting firms specializing in residential construction.
  • Design-build companies focused on single-family homes.
  • Construction management firms acting as general contractors.
  • Modular and prefabricated home assemblers.
  • Small businesses certified for federal contracting.
  • Specialized subcontractors supporting single-family home builds.

Subcategories for NAICS 236115

  • Cabin construction general contractors
  • Condominium, single-family, construction general contractors
  • Construction management, single-family building
  • Cottage construction general contractors
  • Custom builders (except for-sale), single-family home
  • Duplex (i.e., side-by-side) construction general contractors
  • Home builders (except for-sale), single-family
  • Housing, single-family, construction general contractors
  • Log home construction general contractors
  • Low income housing, single-family, construction general contractors
  • Modular single-family housing assembled on site by general contractors
  • Panelized single-family housing assembled on site by general contractors
  • Precut single-family housing assembled on site by general contractors
  • Prefabricated residential building erection, single-family
  • Premanufactured single-family housing assembled on site by general contractors
  • Residential construction, single-family, general contractors
  • Row house (i.e., single-family type) construction general contractors
  • Single-family attached housing construction general contractors
  • Single-family detached housing construction general contractors
  • Single-family homes built on land owned by others, general contractors of
  • Single-family house construction by general contractors
  • Time-share condominium construction general contractors
  • Town house (i.e., single-family type) construction by general contractors
  • Vacation home, single-family, construction by general contractors

Government Buyers for NAICS 236115

Government agencies such as the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the General Services Administration, and housing authorities are primary purchasers of these construction services. They contract for the construction of single-family homes to support military housing needs, veteran relocation programs, disaster relief housing solutions, and employee housing projects. These agencies seek reliable contractors capable of delivering well-constructed, code-compliant residential units within established timelines and budgets, often requiring specialized knowledge of federal construction standards and regulations.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 236115

Contracts under NAICS 236115 typically include firm-fixed-price, cost-plus-fixed-fee, and time-and-materials agreements. Procurement methods range from competitive bidding and negotiated contracts to small business set-asides and sole-source contracts, depending on the agency and project complexity. Contract values vary widely, typically ranging from several hundred thousand to multiple millions of dollars per project, reflecting the scale and scope of new home construction. Design-build and construction management contracts are also common, emphasizing integrated project delivery and efficient coordination.

Details for NAICS 236115

Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry

NAICS Code Industry Title
236 Construction of Buildings
2361 Residential Building Construction
23611 Residential Building Construction
236115 Current New Single-Family Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
236116 New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)
236117 New Housing For-Sale Builders
236118 Residential Remodelers
2362 Nonresidential Building Construction
23621 Industrial Building Construction
236210 Industrial Building Construction
23622 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
237 Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
2371 Utility System Construction
23711 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
237110 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
23712 Oil and Gas Pipeline and Related Structures Construction
237120 Oil and Gas Pipeline and Related Structures Construction
23713 Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction
237130 Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction
2372 Land Subdivision
23721 Land Subdivision
237210 Land Subdivision
2373 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
23731 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
237310 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
2379 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
23799 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
237990 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
238 Specialty Trade Contractors
2381 Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
23811 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors
238110 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors
23812 Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
238120 Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
23813 Framing Contractors
238130 Framing Contractors
23814 Masonry Contractors
238140 Masonry Contractors
23815 Glass and Glazing Contractors
238150 Glass and Glazing Contractors
23816 Roofing Contractors
238160 Roofing Contractors
23817 Siding Contractors
238170 Siding Contractors
23819 Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
238190 Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
2382 Building Equipment Contractors
23821 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
238210 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
23822 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
23829 Other Building Equipment Contractors
238290 Other Building Equipment Contractors
2383 Building Finishing Contractors
23831 Drywall and Insulation Contractors
238310 Drywall and Insulation Contractors
23832 Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
238320 Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
23833 Flooring Contractors
238330 Flooring Contractors
23834 Tile and Terrazzo Contractors
238340 Tile and Terrazzo Contractors
23835 Finish Carpentry Contractors
238350 Finish Carpentry Contractors
23839 Other Building Finishing Contractors
238390 Other Building Finishing Contractors
2389 Other Specialty Trade Contractors
23891 Site Preparation Contractors
238910 Site Preparation Contractors
23899 All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
238990 All Other Specialty Trade Contractors

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