Supplier – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
No preliminary notice is required.
Supplier – Mechanic Lien
8 months: Generally, lien required within 8 months of last furnishing services. On single-family residential projects, within 4 months.
Subcontractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
No preliminary notice is required.
Subcontractor – Mechanic Lien
8 months: Generally, lien required within 8 months of last furnishing services. On single-family residential projects, within 4 months.
General Contractor – Preliminary notice requirements to file mechanic lien
No preliminary notice is required.
General Contractor – Mechanic Lien
8 months: Generally, lien required within 8 months of last furnishing services. On single-family residential projects, within 4 months.
Timeframe to foreclose lien
Enforcement due 1 year from date of lien filing date.
Construction participants not covered by lien law
supplier to a supplier, unlicensed contractor
Cost and damages not allowed in lien claim
A lienor may not include lost profits or delay damages in its lien claim.