Building Inspection Services
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing building inspection services. These establishments typically evaluate all aspects of the building structure and component systems and prepare a report on the physical condition of the property, generally for buyers or others involved in real estate transactions. Building inspection bureaus and establishments providing home inspection services are included in this industry.
Hierarchy
| Code | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 54 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services 2-digit sector | The Sector as a Whole The Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector comprises establishments that specialize in performing professional, scientific, and technical activities for others. These activities require a high degree of expertise and training. The establishments in this sector specialize according to expertise and provide these services to clients in a variety of industries and, in some cases, to households. Activities performed include: legal advice and representation; accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll services; architectural, engineering, and specialized design services; computer services; consulting services; research services; advertising services; photographic services; translation and interpretation services; veterinary services; and other professional, scientific, and technical services. This sector excludes establishments primarily engaged in providing a range of day-to-day office administrative services, such as financial planning, billing and recordkeeping, personnel supply, and physical distribution and logistics. These establishments are classified in Sector 56, Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services. |
| 541 | Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services 3-digit subsector | Industries in the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services subsector group establishments engaged in processes where human capital is the major input. These establishments make available the knowledge and skills of their employees, often on an assignment basis, where an individual or team is responsible for the delivery of services to the client. The individual industries of this subsector are defined on the basis of the particular expertise and training of the services provider. The distinguishing feature of the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services subsector is the fact that most of the industries grouped in it have production processes that are almost wholly dependent on worker skills. Thus, the establishments classified in this subsector sell expertise. Much of the expertise requires degrees, though not in every case. |
| 5413 | Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services 4-digit industry group | This industry group comprises establishments primarily engaged in architectural, engineering, and related services, such as drafting services, building inspection services, geophysical surveying and mapping services, surveying and mapping (except geophysical) services, and testing services. |
| 54135 | Building Inspection Services 5-digit NAICS industry | See industry description for 541350. |
| 541350 | Building Inspection Services 6-digit U.S. detail | This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing building inspection services. These establishments typically evaluate all aspects of the building structure and component systems and prepare a report on the physical condition of the property, generally for buyers or others involved in real estate transactions. Building inspection bureaus and establishments providing home inspection services are included in this industry. |
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Classification References
- 01Inspecting buildings for termites and other pests--are classified in Industry 561710, Exterminating and Pest Control Services;
- 02Inspecting buildings for hazardous materials--are classified in Industry 541620, Environmental Consulting Services;
- 03Waterless fire suppression system testing and/or inspection, without sales, service, or installation--are classified in Industry 541990, All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services;
- 04Estimating the fair market value of real estate--are classified in Industry 531320, Offices of Real Estate Appraisers; and
- 05Conducting building inspections and enforcing building codes and standards--are classified in Industry 926150, Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors.
Index Items
Building inspection bureaus
Building inspection services
Energy efficiency inspection services
Home inspection services
Inspection bureaus, building
Inspection services, building or home
Prepurchase home inspection services
How Item Can Help
The Warehouse Management System streamlines the storage and retrieval of inspection equipment and safety supplies, ensuring technicians have the right gear on hand for every site visit without delays.
The Order Management System automates the fulfillment of client requests for inspection reports and certification documents, reducing manual processing time and minimizing billing errors.
Transportation Management System optimizes the routing of technicians to multiple inspection sites, cutting fuel costs and travel time while improving client response times for urgent assessments.
External Resources
Census.gov NAICS Detail
Official US Census Bureau definition and scope for NAICS 541350.
Building Officials and Code Administrators International Association
A major professional organization that provides educational resources, code updates, and certification for building inspectors and code officials.
Construction Industry Information Network
An industry directory platform that offers a comprehensive list of verified building inspection service providers by location and specialty.
US General Services Administration - Construction Inspection
A federal government page providing guidelines, resources, and inspection requirements for federal construction projects.
