Colbert County Notice of Intention to File Mechanic Lien Form

Last validated August 14, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Colbert County Notice of Intention Form

Colbert County Notice of Intention Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 7/2/2026
Colbert County Notice of Intention Guide

Colbert County Notice of Intention Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 8/14/2026
Colbert County Completed Example of the Notice on Intention Document

Colbert County Completed Example of the Notice on Intention Document

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 8/11/2026

All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees

Immediate Download • Secure Checkout

Important: Your property must be located in Colbert County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Probate Office: Records Department

Address:
County Courthouse - 201 N Main St / PO Box 47
Tuscumbia, Alabama 35674

Hours: 8:00 to 4:30 M-F

Phone: (256) 386-8546

Recording Tips for Colbert County:
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Both spouses typically need to sign if property is jointly owned
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe

Cities and Jurisdictions in Colbert County

Properties in any of these areas use Colbert County forms:

  • Cherokee
  • Leighton
  • Muscle Shoals
  • Sheffield
  • Tuscumbia

View Complete Recorder Office Guide

Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Colbert County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Colbert County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Colbert County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Colbert County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Colbert County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Colbert County?

Recording fees in Colbert County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (256) 386-8546 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

Steps Before Filing a Lawsuit to Enforce an Alabama Mechanic's Lien

Lawsuits can be long, emotionally draining, and expensive. Therefore, before filing suit, first attempt an informal settlement with the other party. When dealing with mechanic's liens in Alabama, a good technique is to send the owner notice of intention to sue to enforce the lien if timely payment is not made first.

When the amount involved exceeds $50.00, actions for the enforcement of liens may be brought in the circuit court having jurisdiction in the county in which the property is situated. Ala. Code Ann. 35-11-220. In all other cases actions to enforce such liens shall be brought before the district court in the county in which the property is situated. Id.

Any action for the enforcement of the lien declared in this division must be commenced within six months after the maturity of the entire indebtedness secured thereby. Ala. Code Ann. 35-11-221. Therefore, ensure the notice is sent within this timeline to prevent inadvertently waiving the right to claim a lien.

The notice identifies the parties, the location of the project, the nature of materials and services provided for the project, and relevant dates, fees, and payments. Deliver the notice to the responsible party via USPS Certified mail.

If the notice does not accomplish a settlement, be prepared to hire an attorney and sue. Lien enforcement suits, when brought in the circuit court, shall be commenced by summons and complaint. Ala. Code Ann. 35-11-222. The complaint shall contain a description of the property on which the lien is claimed, and shall allege the facts necessary to entitle the plaintiff to the lien and the enforcement thereof; in all other respects, the pleadings, practice and proceedings shall be the same as in ordinary civil actions. Id.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice from an attorney. Please speak with an Alabama attorney for any questions regarding lien notices or filing suit to enforce a lien.

Important: Your property must be located in Colbert County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This Notice of Intention to File Mechanic Lien meets all recording requirements specific to Colbert County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Colbert County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

Save Time and Money

Get your Colbert County Notice of Intention to File Mechanic Lien form done right the first time with Deeds.com Uniform Conveyancing Blanks. At Deeds.com, we understand that your time and money are valuable resources, and we don't want you to face a penalty fee or rejection imposed by a county recorder for submitting nonstandard documents. We constantly review and update our forms to meet rapidly changing state and county recording requirements for roughly 3,500 counties and local jurisdictions.

4.8 out of 5 - ( 4774 Reviews )

Sharon H.

April 28th, 2020

I was able to print the deed and follow the instructions and sample deed quite easily. Thank you

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

EVE A.

October 31st, 2022

Site was easy to navigate. I found the lien discharge form I was looking for immediately and the download and completion was simple. Thank you for having a great site.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Nga C.

January 5th, 2022

I am so happy to discover the Deeds.com website. It is worth to pay the package fee and the recording fee for my beneficiary deed in AZ state. It is so convenient, I highly recommend everybody to use the service. Thank you and thank you.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Theresa M.

August 12th, 2023

Simple and quick service!!

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

David S.

February 25th, 2020

All Star Support and less than a one day turnaround. Outstanding service. Thank you !

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Robert S B.

May 22nd, 2019

I would not have ordered this form had I realised how limited the fields are for details. There is no room for elaboration of terms. The language only allows one grantor and one grantee, and the gender and quantity default construction is a poor choice. Be basic, but leave room for more.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Annette H.

April 7th, 2022

Clear directions. Giving a sample filled-in set of forms was great! Economical cost. Will refer others & use Deeds.com again.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Aaron L.

May 19th, 2026

Might be adequate if I was desperate. Formatting screams amateur hour -- not a legal issue but likely to invite closer scrutiny when filed. Instructions were supposed to be county-specific but directed me to call the recorder to ask them how to fill out part of the form. Not planning to use the form and would not purchase it again. I could probably do better by uploading some examples and the original mortgage from the Recorder's website into Claude along with the transaction-specific information and asking Claude to prepare a more professional release.

Reply from Staff

Aaron, we’re sorry the form and instructions did not meet your expectations. Your order has been canceled and your payment refunded. We appreciate your feedback and wish you the best with preparing the release in the way that works best for your situation.

Clarice O.

June 15th, 2020

It was very easy plus exactly what I neded.

Reply from Staff

Thank you!

Kimberly E.

July 6th, 2019

It was very easy to order,download, and print. The only issue I have is that the guide that came with my form really did not help me filling it out. I feel the explanations could have been better and suited more for the standard person. I was still confused when filling it out and will probably have to get a lawyer to make sure it's filled out correctly

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Jane C.

February 25th, 2023

I wasn't sure what I was looking for initially so I printed out the wrong thing. Had to pay again to get the right one but much less expensive than getting it from a lawyer. Our military lawyers will make the forms official but they don't have the forms. Hope this makes things easier for our children when we pass. Thank you for offering this service.

Reply from Staff

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We have canceled and refunded the payment for your first order. We don't want you to pay for something you're not going to use. Have an amazing day.

Judy K.

February 23rd, 2021

Your customer service is superb. I ordered the wrong form, and you were so quick to resolve my problem. I will be using your site again.

Reply from Staff

We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

Olga E.

March 20th, 2022

Oh my that was so easy. I love it. Awesome. If someone needs help use the deeds.com

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Nina L.

April 13th, 2023

I needed a specific form. I found it, printed it and saved myself $170 because I didn't need a lawyer. Thank you

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!

Eric L.

June 28th, 2021

This is a great service. The fact that there are no recurring fees and all of the supporting documents as well as the main warranty deed is another excellent feature. Highly recommend

Reply from Staff

Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!