Cities Served in Switzerland
Switzerland · 10 cities- 01Facility maintenance in Basel
- 02Facility maintenance in Bern
- 03Facility maintenance in Geneva
- 04Facility maintenance in Gstaad
- 05Facility maintenance in Lausanne
- 06Facility maintenance in Lugano
- 07Facility maintenance in Sion Verbier and the Valais
- 08Facility maintenance in St. Moritz
- 09Facility maintenance in St. Moritz and the Engadine
- 10Facility maintenance in Zurich
Trades Available in Switzerland
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 Switzerland
- 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 Switzerland 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 Switzerland (checked on official sites, November 2026):
| Trade | Licensing or registration body | Level | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical work | Federal Inspectorate for Heavy Current Installations (Eidgenössisches Starkstrominspektorat, ESTI) installation permit (Installationsbewilligung) under the Ordinance on Low Voltage Electrical Installations (NIV), arts. 7, 8, 9 and 11. Issued to qualified individuals and to companies employing a qualified supervising person. | Federal | link |
| Pest control (professional) | Special permit for general pest control (VFB-S) and for fumigants (VFB-B), ordinances of the Federal Department of Home Affairs, administered by the Federal Office of Public Health (Bundesamt für Gesundheit, BAG). | Federal | link |
| Refrigerant handling | Special permit for handling refrigerants (Fachbewilligung für den Umgang mit Kältemitteln), Federal Office for the Environment (Bundesamt für Umwelt, BAFU). | Federal | link |
| Asbestos removal | Only asbestos removal firms recognised by Suva (Swiss National Accident Insurance Fund) may carry out the work. Construction Work Ordinance (BauAV), arts. 82 and 83. | Federal | 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 Switzerland
McCray Global Protection provides licensed security officers in Switzerland. 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 Switzerland
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Trades Does Facility First Manage in Switzerland?
Every trade on the program is available in Switzerland, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning and janitorial, roofing, pest control, locksmith and board-up, through vetted local providers.
Can Locations in Switzerland 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 Switzerland?
Yes. McCray Global Protection provides security in Switzerland, so a site that needs officers during or after maintenance work can be covered under the same program.