How is a
Mechanic's Lien Created? Any time a property
owner hires
someone to perform labor or furnish skill, material or machinery to
improve the owner's real property, that person, or another person hired
by that person (subcontractor), may claim a mechanic's lien against the
owner's real
estate to secure and enforce the payment of their bill. It is
important to understand that even subcontractors you have not directly
hired can claim a mechanic's lien against your property, and they can
make this claim even if you have
paid your contractor.
How can You Protect Yourself
against Paying Twice for the Same Work or Materials? You can require your
contractor to give you lien releases in exchange for partial or full
payment. By signing a lien release, the contractor/sub-contractor
releases its right to a mechanic's lien on the property to the extent
of the payment received.
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