Trades available in Connecticut
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 Connecticut
- Winter snow and freezing temperatures make snow and ice management, heating checks and pipe-freeze prevention part of the program.
- Seasonal start-ups for heating in the fall and cooling in the spring keep equipment ready before demand peaks.
- Work is scheduled around trading hours, building rules and landlord requirements at each site.
Licensed and insured local providers
Regulated trades in Connecticut 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 Connecticut (checked on official sites, November 2026; recheck before publishing):
| Trade | Licensing or registration body | Level | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | Department of Consumer Protection, License Services (Electrical: contractor and journeyperson) | State | link |
| Plumbing | Department of Consumer Protection (Plumbing and Pipefitting) | State | link |
| HVAC / mechanical | Department of Consumer Protection (Heating, Cooling and Sheet Metal Work) | State | link |
| Fire alarm and sprinkler | Sprinkler: Department of Consumer Protection (Fire Protection Sprinkler Work). Fire alarm: no separate fire alarm license type on the DCP list (scope not confirmed) | State | link |
| Elevator | Department of Consumer Protection (Elevator Work) | State | link |
| Pest control (structural) | Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, Pesticide Management Program (commercial operator and supervisor certification; business registration) | State | link |
| Locksmith | Department of Consumer Protection (Locksmith registration) | State | link |
| General contractor / roofing | Department of Consumer Protection (Major Contractor registration for commercial work; Home Improvement Contractor for residential) | State | 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 Connecticut
McCray Global Protection provides licensed security officers in Connecticut. 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 Connecticut
Frequently asked questions
Which trades does Facility First manage in Connecticut?
Every trade on the program is available in Connecticut, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning and janitorial, roofing, pest control, locksmith and board-up, through vetted local providers.
Can locations in Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
Yes. McCray Global Protection provides security in Connecticut, so a site that needs officers during or after maintenance work can be covered under the same program.