NAICS 238220—Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

Where 238220 sits

1. 23 Construction
2. 238 Specialty Trade Contractors
3. 2382 Building Equipment Contractors
4. 23822 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
5. 238220 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors

Description

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in installing and servicing plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning equipment. Contractors in this industry may provide both parts and labor when performing work. The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.

Example activities

• cooling tower installation
• heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (hvac) contractors
• duct work (e.g., cooling, dust collection, exhaust, heating, ventilation) installation
• lawn sprinkler system installation
• fire sprinkler system installation
• mechanical contractors
• fireplace, natural gas, installation
• refrigeration system (e.g., commercial, industrial, scientific) installation
• furnace installation
• sewer hookup and connection, building

Cross-references for 238220

• Installing electrical controls for HVAC systems--are classified in Industry 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors;
• Duct cleaning--are classified in Industry 561790, Other Services to Buildings and Dwellings;
• Installing septic tanks and systems--are classified in Industry 238910, Site Preparation Contractors;
• Water well drilling (except water intake wells in oil and gas fields) and water well pump and piping system installation--are classified in Industry 237110, Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction; and
• Repair and maintenance of commercial refrigeration equipment or fire extinguisher and waterless fire suppression systems, without installation--are classified in Industry 811310, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance.

238220 in other systems