Industry Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in installing glass panes in prepared openings (i.e., glazing work) and other glass work for buildings. The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs.
Illustrative Examples:
Decorative glass and mirror installation
Glazing contractors
Glass cladding installation
Stained glass installation
Glass coating and tinting (except automotive) contractors
Window pane or sheet installation
Glass installation (except automotive) contractors
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
Business Examples
Common types of business activities within NAICS 238150 - Glass and Glazing Contractors are:
- Stained glass installation
- Glazing contractors
- Glass cladding (i.e., curtain wall), installation
- Decorative glass and mirror installation
- Hermetically sealed window unit, commercial-type, installation
- Curtain wall, glass, installation
- Glass coating and tinting (except automotive) contractors
- Mirror installation
- Window pane or sheet installation
- Glass installation (except automotive) contractors
- Glass partitions, installation
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Glass & Glazing Contractors in the US (23815)
Revenue 2025
$24bn
Growth 2025
1.22%
Key Trends
Strong growth throughout the first half of the current period has modestly offset pandemic-induced declines
Nonresidential construction activity will continue declining in 2023
Demand for glass exteriors will increase in many commercial buildings
Products and Services
Similar Industries
For some business types, there may be a similar industry to 238150 - Glass and Glazing Contractors that is a better classification match. Establishments primarily engaged in:
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NAICS Cross Reference
Installing prefabricated window units--are classified in Industry 238350, Finish Carpentry Contractors; and
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NAICS Cross Reference
The replacement, repair, and/or tinting of automotive glass--are classified in U.S. Industry 811122, Automotive Glass Replacement Shops.
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NAICS Hierarchy 238150 - Glass and Glazing Contractors
NAICS Code 238150 - Glass and Glazing Contractors sits in the 2-digit Glass and Glazing 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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