NAICS 238390 - Other Building Finishing Contractors

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What is NAICS 238390

NAICS code 238390, Other Building Finishing Contractors, covers establishments primarily engaged in specialized building finishing trade work that excludes drywall, painting, flooring, tile, terrazzo, plaster, insulation, and finish carpentry. Businesses in this sector perform a variety of services related to the final stages of building construction, including installations, refinishing, coating, and repairs. These contractors handle tasks that contribute to the aesthetic and functional completion of commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings. Government agencies often contract these services to ensure high-quality finishes and specialized installations in public facilities, military bases, and federal buildings, where adherence to safety standards and durability is critical. The sector includes work on new construction, renovations, and maintenance projects.

Industry Classification for NAICS 238390

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building finishing trade work (except drywall, plaster, and insulation work; painting and wall covering work; flooring work; tile and terrazzo work; and finish carpentry work). The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.

Illustrative Examples:

  • Bathtub refinishing, on-site
  • Fabricating metal cabinets or countertops on site
  • Closet organizer system installation
  • Modular furniture system attachment and installation
  • Concrete coating, glazing, or sealing
  • Trade show exhibit installation and dismantling
  • Countertop and cabinet, metal (except residential-type), installation
  • Waterproofing contractors
  • Drapery fixture (e.g., hardware, rods, tracks) installation
  • Window shade and blind installation

Breakdown for NAICS 238390

  • Covers specialized building finishing trade work excluding drywall, painting, flooring, and tile.
  • Includes new construction, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repair projects.
  • Typical projects range from bathtub refinishing to trade show exhibit installation.
  • Relevant for both commercial and government facility construction and maintenance.
  • Small to medium-sized businesses predominantly operate in this sector.
  • NAICS 238390 supports diverse finishing activities critical to building completion.

Included Activities for NAICS 238390

  • On-site bathtub refinishing and restoration.
  • Fabrication and installation of metal cabinets and countertops.
  • Installation of closet organizer systems.
  • Attachment and installation of modular furniture systems.
  • Application of concrete coatings, glazing, and sealants.
  • Installation and dismantling of trade show exhibits.
  • Waterproofing of building components and surfaces.
  • Installation of drapery fixtures, window shades, and blinds.

Business Types for NAICS 238390

  • Specialty trade contractors focused on building finishing.
  • Small and medium-sized construction firms.
  • Subcontractors supporting larger construction or facility projects.
  • Commercial and industrial building maintenance service providers.
  • Trade show and exhibit installation companies.

Subcategories for NAICS 238390

  • Bathtub refinishing, on-site
  • Bleacher installation
  • Building fixture and fitting (except mechanical equipment) installation
  • Caulking (i.e., waterproofing) contractors
  • Ceiling, metal, installation
  • Closet organizer system installation
  • Coating concrete structures with plastics
  • Concrete coating, glazing or sealing
  • Countertop and cabinet, metal (except residential-type), installation
  • Dampproofing contractors
  • Drapery fixture (e.g., hardware, rods, tracks) installation
  • Fabrication, metal cabinet or countertop, on site
  • Foundation dampproofing (including installing rigid foam insulation)
  • Laboratory furniture and equipment installation
  • Lead lining walls for X-ray room contractors
  • Modular furniture system attachment and installation
  • Museum exhibit installation and dismantling contractors
  • Office furniture, modular system, installation
  • Panel, metal, installation
  • Partition (e.g., office, washroom), metal, installation
  • Partition, moveable and/or demountable, installation
  • Shelving, metal, constructed on site
  • Spectator seating installation
  • Trade show exhibit installation and dismantling contractors
  • Ventilated wire shelving (i.e., closet organizing-type) installation
  • Vibration isolation contractors
  • Waterproofing contractors
  • Weatherproofing concrete
  • Weatherstripping installation
  • Window shade and blind installation

Government Buyers for NAICS 238390

Federal, state, and local government agencies are primary buyers of services under NAICS 238390. Agencies such as the Department of Defense, General Services Administration, Veterans Affairs, and public school districts require building finishing services for construction, renovation, and maintenance of their facilities. These services are essential to maintaining operational readiness, enhancing the functionality of government buildings, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, government contracts for trade show exhibit installation and temporary structures are common, supporting agency outreach and event management.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 238390

Contracts in this sector typically include firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ), and time-and-materials agreements. Procurement methods often involve competitive bidding, simplified acquisitions for smaller projects, and GSA schedules for streamlined purchasing. Contract values vary widely depending on project scope, ranging from small maintenance and repair jobs to large-scale installations and refinishing contracts. Task orders under broader construction or facility management contracts are common, allowing agencies flexibility in addressing ongoing finishing needs.

Details for NAICS 238390

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 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 Current 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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