238310 Drywall and Insulation Contractors
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in drywall, plaster work, and building insulation work. Plaster work includes applying plain or ornamental plaster, and installation of lath to receive plaster.
The work performed may include new work, additions, alterations, maintenance, and repairs. Establishments primarily engaged in providing firestop services are included in this industry.
Contractors range for one-person operations working as sub-contractors, to large drywall and insulation contractors with a 100 or more staff.
Illustrative Examples:
Acoustical ceiling tile and panel installation
Lathing contractors
Drop ceiling installation
Plastering (i.e., ornamental, plain) contractors
Drywall contractors
Soundproofing contractors
Firestop contractors
Fresco (i.e., decorative plaster finishing)
contractors
Taping and finishing drywall
Gypsum board installation
Wall cavity and attic space insulation installation
Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in–
Applying stucco–are classified in Industry 238140, Masonry Contractors; and
Insulating pipes and boilers–are classified in Industry 238290, Other Building Equipment
Contractors.