Mechanic’s Lien Form – Get Paid, Construction Contractor
The Engineering News-Record reported in a recent article that Despite Residential Slowdown, Construction Added 13,000 Jobs in June. The author states specialty trade contractors lead the job growth trend. This is good news for both general and specialty contractors, but it doesn’t eliminate the problem of waiting for payment for work you’ve already completed. However, […]
You Know HVAC. But Do You Know About Mechanic’s Liens and HVAC?
If you work in construction, you know HVAC refers to the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system used to regulate the air within a residential or commercial building. What you may not know is that Texas State Statutes may protect your right to file an HVAC lien. Chapter 53 of the Property Code defines the […]
How to Fill Out a Texas Mechanics Lien Form
Before you fill out your Texas mechanics lien form, confirm that you are eligible to file a lien on the job. Then, collect the information you’ll need to complete the process. Confirm You’re Eligible to File a Texas Mechanics Lien Form Do a quick review on the Texas Bar website and read Who Can File […]
Why File A Mechanics Lien?
Why File A Mechanics Lien? Filing a mechanics lien can seem complicated, but it’s a powerful tool to help you get paid. When you finance a car, the bank has a lien on your vehicle until you pay the loan in full. A mechanics lien is similar but is held against the property where the […]
What is a Mechanic’s Lien? Answers to 5 Commonly Asked Questions
Despite the name, this lien is not for auto mechanics. In fact, a mechanic’s lien helps hardworking people and companies in the construction business get paid. A mechanic’s lien is a legal claim for unpaid labor, services, supplies, or materials specially fabricated for a particular project. After the lien is filed correctly, the owner can’t […]
How Long Do You Have to File a Lien In Texas?
Many people heard that the Mechanic’s Lien Law changed on January 1, 2022. What are these changes, and do they influence any filing deadlines? According to CHAPTER 53. MECHANIC’S, CONTRACTOR’S, OR MATERIALMAN’S LIEN, here are the most significant changes: The first thing to note is that these changes only apply to contracts signed after the first day of […]
What are the recent changes to the Texas property lien laws?
H.B. 2237 modernized the Texas construction lien law system in a few important ways. It is now easier for contractors, subcontractors, and other professionals to understand and comply with the statutes. H.B. 2237 enacts revisions to Chapter 53 of the Texas Property Code, which governs mechanics, contractors, and materialman’s liens. Lien claimants and owners need […]
Liens 101: If Someone Owes You Money, Can You File a Lien on Property?
Here’s the question everybody has: if someone doesn’t pay you, can you file a lien on the property for money owed? The answer is “Yes” if you meet specific requirements and file the right documents correctly and on time. Don’t worry—we’ll walk you through the process. Are you a general contractor, a subcontractor, or a […]
How Do You File a Harris County Mechanics Lien?
Harris County has nearly five million people and there’s plenty of construction happening. Whether you work in Houston, Deer Park, La Porte, Pasadena, West U, or anywhere in Harris County, you’re likely working hard. If you are an electrician, plumber, carpenter, or other subcontractor or tradesperson, sometimes you don’t get paid on time. Maybe you […]
What’s the Difference Between a Construction Lien and a Construction Lien Waiver?
Most contractors and material suppliers in Texas are familiar with the term construction lien, mechanic’s lien, or a property lien, but the details can be confusing; that doesn’t even include a construction lien waiver which is another important document. Texas Construction Law provides contractors, subcontractors, and materials suppliers with the mechanic’s lien to help collect […]