Trades available in Alabama
Building systems: HVAC, EV Charging Stations, Refrigeration, Electrical, Plumbing, Generator and Backup Power, Energy Management and Building Controls, Elevator and Escalator Services, Lighting
Life safety and security: Fire Protection and Life Safety, Water and Fire Sprinkler Systems, Cameras, Access Control and Alarms, Locksmith
Building envelope and structure: Roofing, Building Envelope and Waterproofing, Windows, Glass and Board-Up, Doors, Automatic Doors and Access Control, Loading Dock Equipment and Levelers, Fencing and Gates
Interiors and finishes: General Maintenance and Handyman, Painting and Drywall, Flooring and Tile, Ceilings and Interior Finishes, Carpentry and Millwork, Signage and Exterior Sign Repair, Low Voltage and Structured Cabling, Commercial Kitchen and Food Equipment
Grounds and exterior: Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance, Irrigation, Tree Service, Snow and Ice Management, Asphalt, Concrete and Parking Lots, Parking Lot Striping, Parking Lot Sweeping, Power Washing, Window Cleaning
Cleaning and environmental: Cleaning and Janitorial, Floor Care, Pest Control, Waste, Hauling and Debris, Environmental and Remediation, Restoration and Disaster Recovery
Projects: General Contractors and Construction, Retail Rollouts and Store Projects
Local considerations in Alabama
- Storm season brings wind, heavy rain and flooding risk, so board-up, roofing, drainage and generator readiness are planned before the season starts.
- Heat and humidity keep HVAC and refrigeration running hard for much of the year, which makes scheduled maintenance important.
- Work is scheduled around trading hours, building rules and landlord requirements at each site.
Licensed and insured local providers
Regulated trades in Alabama are assigned only to providers who hold the licenses or registrations the work requires there, and every provider carries the insurance the program sets.
Main licensing and registration bodies for facility trades in Alabama (checked on official sites, November 2026; recheck before publishing):
| Trade | Licensing or registration body | Level | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | Alabama Electrical Contractors Board (forms also use “The Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors”) | State | link |
| Plumbing | Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board | State | link |
| HVAC / mechanical | Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors | State | link |
| Fire alarm and sprinkler | Alabama State Fire Marshal’s Office, Alabama Department of Insurance (fire sprinkler contractor application and fire alarm contractor application) | State | link link |
| Elevator | Alabama Department of Workforce, Inspections Division (formerly Alabama Department of Labor), elevator mechanic license | State | link link |
| Pest control (structural) | Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries, Pesticide Management, Professional Services program | State | link |
| Locksmith | Alabama Electronic Security Board of Licensure (covers mechanical locking systems and locksmithing, Code of Alabama Section 34-1A-1) | State | link |
| General contractor / roofing | Alabama Licensing Board for General Contractors (commercial). Residential roofers are licensed separately by the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board | State | link link |
Some trades are also licensed by cities or counties. Requirements change, so each provider’s license is checked before work is assigned.
How the program runs
- Request. Submitted through the platform or by phone, with photos where available.
- Triage. Facility First confirms scope, priority and warranty.
- Dispatch. A vetted local provider for the trade receives the work order.
- Completion. The provider checks in, documents the work with photos and closes out.
- Verification and invoice. The work is checked and invoiced in one format.
Security by McCray in Alabama
McCray Global Protection provides licensed security officers in Alabama. Sites that need protection during repairs, after a break-in or while a store is closed can be covered under the same program. Security services in Alabama
Frequently asked questions
Which trades does Facility First manage in Alabama?
Every trade on the program is available in Alabama, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning and janitorial, roofing, pest control, locksmith and board-up, through vetted local providers.
Can locations in Alabama be on the same program as locations elsewhere?
Yes. Every market uses the same request process, approval limits, reporting and invoice format.
Is security available for sites in Alabama?
Yes. McCray Global Protection provides security in Alabama, so a site that needs officers during or after maintenance work can be covered under the same program.