North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 56162 is used by federal buyers for market research, set-aside size standards, and reporting. Official titles come from the Census Bureau NAICS structure.
Official definition
This industry comprises establishments engaged in (1) selling security systems, such as burglar and fire alarms and locking devices, along with installation, repair, or monitoring services or (2) remote monitoring of electronic security alarm systems.
- Official title
- Security Systems Services
- Code level
- 5
- Parent industry
- Investigation and Security Services 5616
- Open opportunities
- 3 open · 4 active
Excluded or separately classified activities
Official Census cross-references identify activities that belong under another North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code.
Installing alarm systems (e.g., fire, burglar), without selling or monitoring services--are classified in Industry 23821, Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors;
Providing key duplication services--are classified in Industry 81149, Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance.
Retailing motor vehicle security systems, with or without installation or repair services--are classified in Industry 44133, Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers; and
Selling security systems for buildings without installation, repair, or monitoring services--are classified in Sector 42, Wholesale Trade, or Sector 44-45, Retail Trade;
Source and edition
2022 NAICS Manual definition and reference material from the U.S. Census Bureau.