Residential Construction Contractors
Industry Description
The US residential real estate construction industry includes about 170,000 establishments (single-location companies and branches of multi-location companies) with annual sales of about $325 billion, according to the National Association of Realtors. Major companies include DR Horton, KB Home, Lennar, NVR, and PulteGroup. The industry is fragmented.
SIC: 1521, 1522
NAICS: 236117, 236116, 236115, 236118
NAICS: 236117, 236116, 236115, 236118
Related Industries:
Construction Machinery Manufacturing, Architectural Services, Concrete & Masonry Contractors, Drywall, Plaster, Acoustic & Insulation Contractors, Electrical Contractors, Erosion Control Services, Framing Contractors, Homeowner Associations, Interior Design Services, Manufactured Home Manufacturing, Painting & Wall Covering Contractors, Plumbing & HVAC Contractors, Roofing, Siding, & Sheet Metal Contractors, Site Preparation ContractorsTo get access to the full industry record, register now.
Top 5 Companies
| Company | Sales | Location |
|---|---|---|
| China State Construction Engineering Corporation | 57,141.28M | Wan Chai, Hk |
| Daiwa House Industry Co., Ltd. | 20,395.05M | Osaka, Japan |
| Sekisui House, Ltd. | 19,017.42M | Osaka, Japan |
| SHIMIZU CORPORATION | 16,970.23M | Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur |
| Daito Trust Construction Co., Ltd. | 12,081.11M | Tokyo, Japan |
Trends
Consolidation - National firms continue to grow through acquisitions, the easiest...
Industry Indicator
US personal income, which drives consumer spending on home construction, rose 3.2 percent in March 2012 compared to the same month in 2011.
Quarterly Industry Update
More Detached Houses Used as Rentals - Detached houses are becoming a more common alternative for renters and presenting a potential opportunity for builders. Some 30 to 50 percent of rental units...


