If you are planning to file a lien against your project for non-payment in California, then the first step would be to put all your paperwork in order, then consider the following:
1.) Do you have a complete address?
2.) Do you have the Accessors Parcel Number?
2.) Do you have the owners full name as recorded on the grant deed?
3.) If you did not work directly for the owner, did you file a 20 Day Preliminary Notice?
4.) Should you have a professional file your lien and obtain the above information? If so, you can call 1-877-776-5436 (BN Lien Services).
5.) Lastly, did you try to talk this over with the owner of the property?
All of the items above should be addressed before filing a Mechanics Lien. Builders Notebook supports members by providing a full document preparation service. We can also prepare a “Collection Letter” to see if the owner truely disagrees with payment. We find that 85% of the time there is a miscommunication in paperwork leading the owner to confussion with the project. Construction may seem simple to you (the professional) however the layman may have difficulty understanding Change Orders, Additional Work, and complex changes in the scope of work leading to additional charges.
If you need assistance with your lien, please contact us at 1-877-776-5436 so we can discuss the route you should take to best protect your investment.
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