NAICS 238210 - Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors

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What is NAICS 238210

NAICS code 238210 covers establishments primarily engaged in installing and servicing electrical wiring and equipment. Businesses under this classification perform a wide range of electrical work including new installations, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs. These contractors provide both labor and parts, working on projects that span commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. Electrical contractors may specialize in various systems such as lighting, alarm systems, telecommunications wiring, and environmental controls. Government agencies contract these services to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards, support infrastructure development, and maintain critical electrical systems in public facilities and transportation networks.

Industry Classification for NAICS 238210

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in installing and servicing electrical wiring and equipment. Contractors included in this industry may include both the parts and labor when performing work. These contractors may perform new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.

Illustrative Examples:

  • Airport runway lighting contractors
  • Fiber optic cable (except transmission line) contractors
  • Alarm system (e.g., fire, burglar), electric, installation only
  • Highway, street, and bridge lighting and electrical signal installation
  • Audio equipment (except automotive) installation contractors
  • Home automation system installation
  • Lighting system installation
  • Cable television hookup contractors
  • Telecommunications equipment and wiring (except transmission line) installation contractors
  • Computer and network cable installation
  • Traffic signal installation
  • Environmental control system installation
  • Cable splicing, electrical or fiber optic

Breakdown for NAICS 238210

  • Includes installation and servicing of electrical wiring and equipment for new and existing structures.
  • Covers contractors providing both labor and electrical parts for comprehensive services.
  • Encompasses work on lighting systems, alarm systems, telecommunications wiring, and fiber optic cables.
  • Involves projects ranging from small repairs to large-scale infrastructure installations.
  • Typical projects include airport runway lighting, traffic signals, and home automation system installations.

Included Activities for NAICS 238210

  • Installing electrical wiring and equipment in new construction projects.
  • Performing maintenance and repair of existing electrical systems.
  • Installing and servicing alarm and security systems.
  • Laying and splicing fiber optic and electrical cables.
  • Setting up lighting systems for highways, streets, and bridges.
  • Installing telecommunications equipment and network cabling.
  • Implementing environmental control and smart building systems.
  • Connecting cable television and audio equipment wiring.

Business Types for NAICS 238210

  • Electrical contractors specializing in commercial and industrial projects.
  • Subcontractors providing specialized wiring and installation services.
  • Facility maintenance companies with electrical service divisions.
  • Telecommunications installation firms.
  • Home automation and security system installers.

Subcategories for NAICS 238210

  • Airport runway lighting contractors
  • Alarm system (e.g., fire, burglar), electric, installation only
  • Audio equipment installation (except automotive) contractors
  • Audio visual equipment installation
  • Building automation system installation contractors
  • Burglar alarm system, electric, installation only
  • Cable splicing, electrical or fiber optic
  • Cable television hookup contractors
  • Communication equipment installation
  • Computer and network cable installation
  • Control system (e.g., environmental, humidity, temperature) installation
  • Electric contracting
  • Electric power control panel and outlet installation
  • Electrical contractors
  • Electrical equipment and appliance installation
  • Electrical wiring contractors
  • Electrical work
  • Electrical, electrical wiring, and low voltage electrical work
  • Electrician
  • Electronic containment fencing for pets, installation
  • Electronic control installation and service
  • Electronic control system installation
  • Environmental control system installation
  • Fiber optic cable (except transmission lines) installation
  • Fire alarm system, electric, installation only
  • Highway, street and bridge lighting and electrical signal installation
  • Home automation system installation
  • Home standby power generator installation
  • Home theater installation
  • Humidity control system installation
  • Installation of photovoltaic panels
  • Intercommunication (intercom) system installation
  • Lighting system installation
  • Low voltage electrical work
  • Private driveway or parking area lighting contractors
  • Public address system installation
  • Railroad signaling equipment installation
  • Security and fire system, installation only
  • Smoke detection system, installation only
  • Snow melting cable, electric, installation
  • Solar panel installation
  • Sound equipment installation
  • Surveillance system, installation only
  • Telecommunications equipment and wiring (except transmission line) installation contractors
  • Telephone equipment and building wiring installation
  • Telephone installation contractors
  • Temperature control system installation
  • Traffic signal installation
  • Tunnel lighting contractors

Government Buyers for NAICS 238210

Federal, state, and local government agencies commonly purchase electrical contractor services to support public infrastructure projects, facility maintenance, and emergency repairs. Departments of transportation, public works, military installations, and public safety agencies require these services for airport lighting, traffic signals, security systems, and communication networks. Contracting with qualified electrical contractors ensures government projects meet technical specifications and safety codes while enabling timely and cost-effective execution of essential electrical system installations and upgrades.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 238210

Contracts awarded under NAICS 238210 typically include firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ), and time-and-materials arrangements. Procurement methods often involve competitive bidding, requests for proposals (RFPs), and simplified acquisition procedures for smaller projects. Contract values vary widely depending on project scope, ranging from small maintenance jobs under $50,000 to large-scale infrastructure installations exceeding several million dollars. Government contracts emphasize compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and timely delivery to minimize operational disruptions.

Details for NAICS 238210

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 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 Current 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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