Industry Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in structural framing and sheathing using materials other than structural steel or concrete. The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.
Illustrative Examples:
Building framing (except structural steel)
Post framing contractors
Foundation, building, wood, contractors
Steel framing contractors
Framing contractors
Wood frame component (e.g., truss) fabrication on site
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
Business Examples
Common types of business activities within NAICS 238130 - Framing Contractors are:
- Framing contractors
- Roof truss (wood) installation
- Framework, house, contractors
- Building framing (except structural steel)
- House framing
- Sheathing, wood, installation
- Steel framing contractors
- Carpentry, framing
- Wood frame component (e.g., truss) fabrication on site
- Wall component (i.e., exterior, interior), prefabricated, installation
- Prefabricated wood frame component (e.g., trusses) installation
- Permanent wood foundation installation
- Stud wall (e.g., wood, steel) installation
- Foundation, building, wood, contractors
- Ceiling beam, wood, installation
- Post framing contractors
IBISWorld Industry Research Report
Steel Framing in the US (23812)
Revenue 2025
$25.3bn
Growth 2025
3.56%
Key Trends
The industry is in a vulnerable position due to its conformity to macroeconomic trends
Steel framing companies are often contracted by local and federal government for their services
The price of steel is forecast to consistently fall
Products and Services
Similar Industries
For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 238130 - Framing Contractors that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:
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NAICS Cross Reference
Installing structural steel, precast concrete framing, or structural elements--are classified in Industry 238120, Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors.
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NAICS Cross Reference
Finish carpentry--are classified in Industry 238350, Finish Carpentry Contractors; and
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NAICS Hierarchy 238130 - Framing Contractors
NAICS Code 238130 - Framing Contractors sits in the 2-digit Framing Contractors sector. NAICS codes can be 2- to 6-digits and the further along the hierarchy, the more detailed and specific the category will be. Learn more about the structure of NAICS codes
2 Digits: 23
Sector Title: Construction
3 Digits 4 Digits 5 Digits 6 Digits
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2361 Residential Building Construction
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2362 Nonresidential Building Construction
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23621 Industrial Building Construction
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23622 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
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2371 Utility System Construction
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23711 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
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23712 Oil and Gas Pipeline and Related Structures Construction
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23713 Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction
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2372 Land Subdivision
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23721 Land Subdivision
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2373 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
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23731 Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction
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2379 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
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23799 Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
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2381 Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
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23811 Poured Concrete Foundation and Structure Contractors
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23812 Structural Steel and Precast Concrete Contractors
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23813 Framing Contractors
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23814 Masonry Contractors
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23815 Glass and Glazing Contractors
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23816 Roofing Contractors
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23817 Siding Contractors
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23819 Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors
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2382 Building Equipment Contractors
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23821 Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors
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23822 Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
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23829 Other Building Equipment Contractors
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2383 Building Finishing Contractors
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23831 Drywall and Insulation Contractors
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23832 Painting and Wall Covering Contractors
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23833 Flooring Contractors
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23834 Tile and Terrazzo Contractors
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23835 Finish Carpentry Contractors
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23839 Other Building Finishing Contractors
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2389 Other Specialty Trade Contractors
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23891 Site Preparation Contractors
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23899 All Other Specialty Trade Contractors
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