NAICS 8113

Commercial & Industrial Machinery & Equipment (Except Automotive & Electronic) Repair & Maintenance

NAICS 8113: Commercial and industrial machinery repair and maintenance services. Serving manufacturing, utilities, and construction with technical expertise.

Industry at a Glance

Sector-wide aggregates across all businesses classified under NAICS 8113 (2017 classification frame). For specific sub-industries within this sector, see the individual reports below.

Employment
220K
US Census CBP · 2023 · NAICS 2017
Establishments
23K
US Census CBP · 2023 · NAICS 2017
Annual Payroll
$16.1B
US Census CBP · 2023 · NAICS 2017
Avg Annual Wage
$73,266
Derived from US Census CBP · 2023 · NAICS 2017
Market Size
$54.6B
US Census Economic Census · 2022 · NAICS 2017

Industry Overview

NAICS 8113 encompasses businesses engaged in repair and maintenance services for commercial and industrial machinery and equipment, excluding automotive and electronic repair. This includes servicing pumps, compressors, turbines, metalworking machinery, construction equipment, HVAC systems, material handling equipment, and various other industrial assets. These service providers are critical to industrial operations, helping manufacturers, utilities, construction firms, and facilities maintain uptime, extend asset life, and comply with regulatory requirements. The industry combines technical expertise, diagnostic capabilities, and field service operations to support the productive capacity of the broader industrial economy.

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Industry Trends

01

Increasing adoption of predictive maintenance and condition-monitoring technologies that shift the industry from reactive repair toward proactive asset management and reduced downtime.

02

Growing demand for specialized expertise in equipment retrofitting and modernization as industrial customers seek to extend asset lifecycles and improve efficiency rather than replacement.

03

Expansion of mobile and on-site service capabilities with technicians equipped with remote diagnostic tools and real-time technical support to reduce customer downtime.

04

Rising emphasis on parts availability and supply chain resilience, with service providers expanding inventory management and establishing relationships with equipment manufacturers for critical components.

05

Integration of IoT sensors and data analytics platforms into service offerings, enabling performance monitoring and maintenance scheduling optimization for industrial customers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NAICS 8113? ▾
NAICS 8113 is the industry classification for commercial and industrial machinery and equipment repair and maintenance services, excluding automotive and electronic repair. It includes businesses providing technical service, maintenance, troubleshooting, and component replacement for industrial equipment used across manufacturing, energy, construction, utilities, and other commercial sectors. These service providers maintain critical infrastructure and production assets for their customers.
What types of equipment do these service providers maintain? ▾
The industry services a diverse range of equipment including industrial pumps and compressors, turbines, metalworking and machining equipment, material handling systems, HVAC and refrigeration equipment, conveyor systems, textile machinery, printing equipment, and specialized industrial apparatus. Service scope varies by specialization, with some firms providing general maintenance and others focusing on specific equipment types or industries.
How do service providers compete in this market? ▾
Competition centers on technical expertise, response time, service reliability, pricing, and customer relationships. Key competitive advantages include specialized certifications, authorized dealer status with equipment manufacturers, established service networks, availability of OEM parts, and ability to minimize customer downtime. Many providers differentiate through preventive maintenance programs and emerging digital diagnostic capabilities.
What are the key challenges facing this industry? ▾
Major challenges include access to qualified technicians amid skilled labor shortages, managing complex supply chains for specialized parts, adapting to rapid equipment technology evolution, competing against manufacturer-authorized service centers, and managing service delivery across dispersed customer locations. Additionally, economic downturns directly impact customer maintenance spending.
How is digital transformation affecting service operations? ▾
Service providers are increasingly implementing work management software, mobile service platforms, remote diagnostics, and data analytics to improve efficiency and customer service. These technologies enable better scheduling, faster troubleshooting, predictive maintenance recommendations, and improved asset tracking, while also creating opportunities for value-added service offerings beyond traditional repair work.

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