Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of single-family houses, rowhouses, townhouses, and townhouse-type condominiums (including new work, additions, alterations, remodeling, and repair). For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $49.5 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $48.6 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $16.7 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $15.0 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $647 million. Value added for 1992 was $17.2 billion.
There were 107,495 establishments with total employment averaging 403,754 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $7.3 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 2 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 18 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of apartments, apartment-type condominiums, cooperatives, hotels, motels, and dormitories (including new work, additions, alterations, remodeling, and repair). For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $8.0 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $7.8 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $1.9 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $3.5 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $71.0 million. Value added for 1992 was $2.5 billion.
There were 6,490 establishments with total employment averaging 48,803 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $1.2 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 8 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 53 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of single-family houses and other buildings for sale on their own account rather than as contractors. This industry includes speculative builders and condominium developers. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $46.1 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $44.6 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $12.8 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $17.7 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $339 million. Value added for 1992 was $15.3 billion.
There were 16,989 establishments with total employment averaging 114,194 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $3.4 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 6 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 52 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of industrial buildings such as plants, factories, and warehouses whether industrial or commercial. This includes new work, reconstruction, and maintenance and repair. Establishments primarily engaged in the construction of industrial nonbuilding structures (blast furnaces, petroleum refineries, etc.) are classified in SIC 1629, Heavy Construction, Not Elsewhere Classified. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $21.0 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $20.6 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $4.8 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $9.6 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $159 million. Value added for 1992 was $6.4 billion.
There were 7,963 establishments with total employment averaging 122,970 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $3.5 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 17 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 74 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of commercial, institutional, religious, and amusement and recreational buildings (including new work, additions, alterations, remodeling, and repair). For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $95.7 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $94.0 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $18.1 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $55.1 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $796 million. Value added for 1992 was $21.8 billion.
There were 29,739 establishments with total employment averaging 407,318 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $11.8 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 15 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 75 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of highways, streets, and related work such as installation of guard rails, highway signs, lighting, etc. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $36.6 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $35.3 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $12.3 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $7.5 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $1.2 billion. Value added for 1992 was $15.7 billion.
There were 10,090 establishments with total employment averaging 257,356 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $7.4 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 29 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 86 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of bridges; viaducts; elevated highways; and highway, pedestrian, and railway tunnels. General contractors primarily engaged in subway construction are classified in Industry 1629, Heavy Construction Contractors, Not Elsewhere Classified. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $7.3 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $7.2 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $2.2 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.9 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $108 million. Value added for 1992 was $3.1 billion.
There were 1,041 establishments with total employment averaging 43,701 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $1.5 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 47 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 90 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the construction of pipelines, communication and power lines, and sewer and water mains. It also includes construction of pumping stations, television and radio towers, cable laying, cable television line construction, and telephone lines. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $20.4 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $20.2 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $5.5 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $2.6 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $592 million. Value added for 1992 was $11.7 billion.
There were 10,233 establishments with total employment averaging 194,252 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $5.6 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 24 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 76 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in heavy construction projects, not elsewhere classified, such as chemical complexes, dams and reservoirs, harbor and port facilities, missile facilities, oil refineries, subways, water and sewer treatment plants, power plants, industrial ovens and incinerators, athletic fields, golf courses, and irrigation projects. This industry also includes contractors engaged in earthmoving not connected with buildings, land drainage, leveling, and reclamation. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $34.2 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $32.8 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $8.7 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $6.1 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $780 million. Value added for 1992 was $18.6 billion.
There were 15,816 establishments with total employment averaging 304,113 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $9.3 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 13 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 83 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in plumbing, heating, or air-conditioning work or any combination of these types of work. Sheet metal work performed by plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors in conjunction with the installation of plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning equipment is included here; but roofing and sheet metal work contractors are classified in Industry 1761, Roofing, Siding, and Sheet Metal Work Special Trade Contractors. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $57.7 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $56.9 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $21.1 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $6.1 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $949 million. Value added for 1992 was $29.4 billion.
There were 75,395 establishments with total employment averaging 612,516 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $16.6 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 8 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 56 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in interior and exterior painting (except roofs), and paper hanging. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $8.74 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $8.69 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $2.1 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $595 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $181 million. Value added for 1992 was $5.9 billion.
There were 31,920 establishments with total employment averaging 162,587 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $3.2 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 4 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 39 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in electrical power and lighting installation at the construction site. This industry also includes establishments engaged in the installation of telecommunication equipment, electronic controls, security systems, and highway signals. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $40.7 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $40.3 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $14.9 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.7 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $568 million. Value added for 1992 was $23.5 billion.
There were 54,022 establishments with total employment averaging 487,072 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $13.6 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 9 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 62 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in brick and block masonry work, stone setting, and other stonework. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $8.50 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $8.46 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $2.70 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $502 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $154 million. Value added for 1992 was $5.15 billion.
There were 22,637 establishments with total employment averaging 147,892 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $2.88 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 6 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 46 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in drywall, acoustical, and building insulation work; applying plaster, plain or ornamental; or the installation of lathing or other appurtenances to receive plaster. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $14.2 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $14.1 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $4.7 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.2 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $191 million. Value added for 1992 was $8.1 billion.
There were 18,648 establishments with total employment averaging 206,670 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $4.9 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 14 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 62 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in setting and installing ceramic tile, marble, and mosaic, and in mixing marble particles and cement to make terrazzo at the site of construction. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $2.48 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $2.44 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $967 million for materials, components, and supplies and $116 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $41 million. Value added for 1992 was $1.36 billion.
There were 6,499 establishments with total employment averaging 34,012 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $775 million.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 5 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 37 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in carpentry and framing work and installation involving post frame construction of prefabricated windows and doors (except revolving doors). Ship joinery contractors are also included in this industry. Establishments primarily engaged in building custom cabinets for individuals in a ship are classified in retail trade, industry 5712. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $13.0 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $12.9 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $4.5 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.5 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $204 million. Value added for 1992 was $6.8 billion.
There were 38,210 establishments with total employment averaging 177,601 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $3.5 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 3 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 32 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the installation and or removal of floor coverings such as carpeting, asphalt tile, linoleum and resilient flooring. This industry also includes contractors engaged in laying, scraping, finishing or refinishing of parquet and other hardwood flooring. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $4.5 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $4.4 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $1.9 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $395 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $71 million. Value added for 1992 was $2.2 billion.
There were 10,196 establishments with total employment averaging 48,948 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $1.1 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 4 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 34 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the installation of roofing (including roof spraying, painting, or coating), siding and sheet metal work. Sheet metal work performed by plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors in conjunction with the installation of plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning equipment is classified in Industry 1711, Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Special Trade Contractors. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $17.0 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $16.8 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $6.6 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.2 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $299 million. Value added for 1992 was $8.9 billion.
There were 27,569 establishments with total employment averaging 215,545 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $4.6 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 9 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 52 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in concrete work including portland cement and asphalt, surfacing of concrete floors, constructing culverts and curbs, pouring concrete foundations, construction with gunite and stucco, and constructing private driveways and walks of all materials. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $14.6 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $14.4 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $5.3 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.2 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $367 million. Value added for 1992 was $7.7 billion.
There were 26,123 establishments with total employment averaging 192,539 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $4.0 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 7.1 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 46.8 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in water well drilling and servicing water wells. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $1.75 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $1.73 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $630 million for materials, components, and supplies and $51.4 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $74.7 million. Value added for 1992 was $995 million.
There were 3,638 establishments with total employment averaging 19,346 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $444 million.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 4 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 32 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the erection of structural steel; the placement of concrete reinforcement and structural iron work; the installation of curtain wall and precast concrete; and the erection of metal storage tanks. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $5.1 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $5.0 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $1.5 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $465 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $75.5 million. Value added for 1992 was $3.0 billion.
There were 3,792 establishments with total employment averaging 57,986 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $1.6 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 20 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 71 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in glass and glazing work in connection with, but not limited to, building construction. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $2.9 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $2.7 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $1.4 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $90 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $46 million. Value added for 1992 was $1.4 billion.
There were 4,590 establishments with total employment averaging 32,067 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $796 million.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 6 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 35 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in excavation work such as foundations for buildings and subdividing and preparing land owned by others for future building construction. Contractors in this industry may also perform incidental concrete work. Contractors primarily engaged in concrete work are classified in Industry 1771, Concrete Work Special Trade Contractors. Contractors primarily engaged in trenching or in earth moving and land clearing not related to building construction are classified in Industry 1629, Heavy Construction Contractors, Not Elsewhere Classified. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $7.1 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $6.9 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $1.6 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $741 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $357 million. Value added for 1992 was $4.3 billion.
There were 13,898 establishments with total employment averaging 77,126 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $1.8 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 5 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 44 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the wrecking and demolition of buildings and other structures, with or without the sale of material derived from demolishing operations. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $1.11 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $1.06 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $178 million for materials, components, and supplies and $131 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $29 million. Value added for 1992 was $775 million.
There were 966 establishments with total employment averaging 13,112 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $296 million.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 16 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 62 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in the installation or erection of building equipment, not elsewhere classified, such as elevators, escalators, pneumatic tube systems, and dust collection equipment. This industry also includes contractors primarily engaged in the installation or dismantling of machinery or other industrial equipment. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $6.8 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $6.6 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $1.7 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $479 million for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $77 million. Value added for 1992 was $4.5 billion.
There were 3,889 establishments with total employment averaging 82,648 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $2.3 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 23 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry accounted for 78 percent of all business done.
Establishments classified in this industry are primarily engaged in construction work that could not be classified in another specific industry. This industry includes establishments engaged in construction of swimming pools and fences, erection and installation of ornamental metal work, house moving, shoring work, waterproofing, dampproofing, fireproofing, sandblasting and steam cleaning of building exteriors; absbestos and lead paint removal; and modular furniture attachment. For additional examples, refer to the Standard Industrial Classification Manual: 1987 (SIC) published by the Office of Management and Budget, Executive Office of the President.
During 1992, the establishments with paid employees classified in this industry accounted for $14.2 billion in total dollar value of business. Of this amount, $13.7 billion were for the value of construction work. These establishments paid out $4.2 billion for materials, components, and supplies and $1.3 billion for construction work subcontracted to others. Costs for selected power, fuels, and lubricants for the industry were $305 million. Value added for 1992 was $8.3 billion.
There were 25,270 establishments with total employment averaging 204,333 during the year. Total payroll for 1992 was $4.4 billion.
Larger establishments with 20 employees or more, while representing only 8 percent of the total number of employer establishments in this industry, accounted for 51 percent of all business done.
