NAICS Code 238190 — Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
National Industry in the official 2022 North American Industry Classification System (U.S. Census Bureau). It is the only national industry under 23819 (Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors).
| Code | 238190 |
|---|---|
| Title | Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors |
| Level | National Industry (6-digit) |
| Edition | NAICS 2022 edition |
| SBA size standard | $19 million in average annual receipts |
Official definition (2022 NAICS)
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in building foundation and structure trades work (except poured concrete, structural steel, precast concrete, framing, masonry, glass and glazing, roofing, and siding). The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.
Illustrative Examples:
Curtain wall, metal, installation
Forms for poured concrete, erecting and dismantling
Welding, on-site, contractors
Ornamental metal work installation
Fire escape installation
Decorative steel and wrought iron work installation
Is a business under 238190 "small"?
Under the SBA size standards (13 CFR 121.201, effective March 17, 2023), a business classified in NAICS 238190 qualifies as a small business if it does not exceed $19 million in average annual receipts. Small-business status determines eligibility for federal set-aside contracts, SAM.gov certifications and SBA loan programs — receipts are averaged over the latest 5 fiscal years.
Where 238190 sits in the hierarchy
| Level | Code | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Sector | 23 | Construction |
| Subsector | 238 | Specialty Trade Contractors |
| Industry Group | 2381 | Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors |
| NAICS Industry | 23819 | Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors |
| National Industry | 238190 | Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors |
Related SIC codes
Via the official U.S. Census concordance (1987 SIC ↔ NAICS), shown only where the industry definition is unchanged in NAICS 2022.
| SIC code | Title |
|---|---|
1791 | Structural Steel Erection |
1799 | Special Trade Contractors, Not Elsewhere Classified |
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Data: official 2022 NAICS structure, descriptions and Census concordances, U.S. Census Bureau — U.S. government works in the public domain (17 U.S.C. §105). Suggested reference, not an official determination.