How Long Does It Take to Get a Mechanic’s Lien?
Running a small construction or contractor business is hard work, and it’s even harder the smaller your business is. Of the 680,000 construction companies in the United States, most are small operations with 20 employees or fewer. This small size often means razor-thin margins, and every check coming in matters for paying your employees and […]
What is a Mechanic’s Lien? 9 Answers to Help You Get Paid
If you’re a contractor, you know that getting paid for your work can sometimes be a challenge. One of the ways you can protect your right to get paid is by filing a mechanic’s lien. But what is a mechanic’s lien, and how do you file one? Despite the name, this lien is not for auto mechanics. The […]
Can I File a Mechanics Lien on a Residence?
Have you painted an entire house, put a new sprinkler system in the yard, or installed a new air conditioner and not been paid? Are you wondering if you’re allowed to file a construction lien on a residential building or remodeling project? Don’t worry—you aren’t the only one wondering about Texas lien laws and personal […]
Equipment Rental Businesses, The Construction Industry, & Mechanic’s Liens
From road building to the construction of a downtown high-rise, equipment rental is an integral part of the building industry. Your equipment rental company may provide tools and machines ranging from forklifts, skid steers, and loaders to portable generators and chainsaws. Whatever a contractor needs—odds are, you’ve got it. But sometimes, things happen, and you […]
How Long Does It Take to Get a Mechanic’s Lien?
There are two ways to look at this question. How long past the payment date do you need to wait to file a mechanic lien? How much of your valuable time will you need to invest to file a mechanic lien? Question #1: How long does it take to get a mechanic’s lien? When people […]
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 […]