Trades available in Iowa
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 Iowa
- 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 Iowa 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 Iowa (checked on official sites, November 2026; recheck before publishing):
| Trade | Licensing or registration body | Level | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical | Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Electrical Licensing | State | link |
| Plumbing | Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Licensure | State | link |
| HVAC / mechanical | Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Licensure (HVAC license types) | State | link |
| Fire alarm and sprinkler | Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing (Fire Protection System Licensing; Alarm System Licensing) | State | link |
| Elevator | Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Elevators (installation permits for elevator companies; mechanic or contractor licensing scope not confirmed) | State | link |
| Pest control (structural) | Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Pesticide Bureau (Applicator Licensing and Certification) | State | link |
| General contractor / roofing | Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, Contractor Registration | State | link |
[VERIFY before publishing: Locksmith. Not confirmed on an official source yet; leave out of the table until confirmed.]
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 Iowa
McCray Global Protection provides licensed security officers in Iowa. 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 Iowa
Frequently asked questions
Which trades does Facility First manage in Iowa?
Every trade on the program is available in Iowa, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, cleaning and janitorial, roofing, pest control, locksmith and board-up, through vetted local providers.
Can locations in Iowa 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 Iowa?
Yes. McCray Global Protection provides security in Iowa, so a site that needs officers during or after maintenance work can be covered under the same program.