NAICS Code for Electrical Contractor
The NAICS code for an electrical contractor is 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. It covers building wiring, lighting, solar panel installation and alarm installation. Agencies use it for electrical repairs, lighting upgrades, generator work and fire alarm installation. Utility power line work is 237130, and alarm companies that also monitor systems use 561621.
Related codes to add
Most businesses list several NAICS codes. Use 238210 as your primary if it covers most of your revenue, and add these when they describe work you also do:
| Code | Use it when | Size standard |
|---|---|---|
| 237130 Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction | You build power lines, substations or communication lines rather than wiring buildings. | $45 million or less in receipts |
| 561621 Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) | You sell security or fire alarm systems combined with monitoring or service. | $25 million or less in receipts |
| 541330 Engineering Services | You design electrical systems as an engineering firm. | $25.5 million or less in receipts |
Government contracts for this work
- Open federal contracts, top buyers and winners for this kind of work
- NAICS code for solar panel installation (also 238210)
How to choose
Your primary NAICS code should match the work that brings in most of your revenue, and it sets which size standard applies to you for most set-aside contracts. Read each code's Census definition before you register. Our guide on how to choose NAICS codes covers the trade-offs. To see whether you count as small under these codes, try the size standard checker.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NAICS code for an electrical contractor?
The NAICS code for an electrical contractor is 238210, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors. It covers building wiring, lighting, solar panel installation and alarm installation. Agencies use it for electrical repairs, lighting upgrades, generator work and fire alarm installation. Utility power line work is 237130, and alarm companies that also monitor systems use 561621.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 238210?
A business counts as small under NAICS 238210 with $19 million or less in average annual receipts, under the SBA's table of size standards. Federal contracts set aside for small businesses under this code are limited to firms that meet it.
Can I list more than one NAICS code?
Yes. In your SAM.gov registration you pick one primary NAICS code and can add as many others as describe work you can actually do. Add every code below that fits, because agencies search and set aside contracts by code.