Undifferentiated service-producing activities of private households for own use

NACE code 98.20 covers the undifferentiated service-producing activities of private households for their own use. This industry encompasses a wide range of household-level services that are not easily categorized into more specific economic activities. While often overlooked, these domestic services play a vital role in supporting the overall functioning of the economy by enabling individuals and families to maintain their homes and personal lives.

The production techniques within this industry are highly varied and tailored to the specific needs of individual households. Activities may include cleaning, cooking, gardening, childcare, and other routine household tasks. These services are typically performed by household members themselves, though some households may employ domestic workers to assist with certain tasks.

The main inputs required for this industry are the time, skills, and labor of household members. Households may also utilize various tools, equipment, and supplies to support their domestic activities, such as cleaning products, kitchen appliances, and gardening tools. The specific inputs needed will depend on the particular services being performed within the household.

The primary outputs of this industry are the services produced and consumed within the household for the benefit of its members. These outputs support the overall wellbeing and quality of life for individuals and families. While the outputs of this industry are not directly traded in the market, they contribute to the broader economic and social fabric by enabling households to function effectively. Other NACE codes that may consume the outputs of this industry include 88.91 Child day-care activities, 96.01 (Washing and (dry-)cleaning of textile and fur products), and 97.00 Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel.