2022 NAICS subsector in sector 23 Construction
236 Construction of Buildings
NAICS 236 is the US industry code for construction of buildings. The Construction of Buildings subsector comprises establishments primarily responsible for the construction of buildings.
Official definition
The Construction of Buildings subsector comprises establishments primarily responsible for the construction of buildings. The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, or maintenance and repairs. The on-site assembly of precut, panelized, and prefabricated buildings and construction of temporary buildings are included in this subsector. Part or all of the production work for which the establishments in this subsector have responsibility may be subcontracted to other construction establishments--usually specialty trade contractors.
Establishments in this subsector are classified based on the types of buildings they construct. This classification reflects variations in the requirements of the underlying production processes.
Codes in 236
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