238210 — Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
Description
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
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 238210 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors |
| SBA Size Standard | $19,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 238210 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 23 → 238 → 2382 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 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 1711 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning (via SIC1987:1711→NAICS1997:23511→2002:238210→2007:238210→2012:238210→2017:238210→2022:238210)
- SIC 1731 - Electrical Work (via SIC1987:1731→NAICS1997:23531→2002:238210→2007:238210→2012:238210→2017:238210→2022:238210)
- SIC 7699 - Repair Shops and Related Services, NEC (via SIC1987:7699→NAICS1997:23511→2002:238210→2007:238210→2012:238210→2017:238210→2022:238210)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 238210:
- 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 238210 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 238210 is 'Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 23 (Construction); the SBA small-business size standard is $19,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 238210?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 238210 is $19,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 238210?
NAICS code 238210 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 1711 - Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning, 1731 - Electrical Work, 7699 - Repair Shops and Related Services, NEC.