Somerset County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form

Last validated September 18, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Somerset County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Acosta, Addison, Berlin, Boswell, Boynton, Cairnbrook, Central City, Confluence and 31 more.

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Somerset County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form

Somerset County Subcontractor Preliminary Notice Form

Fill in the blank Subcontractor Preliminary Notice form formatted to comply with all Pennsylvania recording and content requirements.

Document last validated 9/18/2026
Somerset County Preliminary Notice Guide

Somerset County Preliminary Notice Guide

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Document last validated 8/24/2026
Somerset County Completed Example of the Preliminary Notice Document

Somerset County Completed Example of the Preliminary Notice Document

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Document last validated 8/27/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Recorder of Deeds - County Annex Office Building

Address:
300 N Center Ave, Suite 400
Somerset, Pennsylvania 15501

Hours: 8:30 to 4:30 Monday through Friday

Phone: (814) 445-1547

Recording Tips for Somerset County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Verify all names are spelled correctly before recording
  • White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
  • Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions

Cities and Jurisdictions in Somerset County

Properties in any of these areas use Somerset County forms:

  • Acosta
  • Addison
  • Berlin
  • Boswell
  • Boynton
  • Cairnbrook
  • Central City
  • Confluence
  • Davidsville
  • Fairhope
  • Fort Hill
  • Friedens
  • Garrett
  • Gray
  • Hidden Valley
  • Hollsopple
  • Hooversville
  • Jenners
  • Jennerstown
  • Jerome
  • Kantner
  • Listie
  • Markleton
  • Meyersdale
  • New Baltimore
  • Quecreek
  • Rockwood
  • Salisbury
  • Seanor
  • Shanksville
  • Sipesville
  • Somerset
  • Springs
  • Stoystown
  • Tire Hill
  • Ursina
  • Wellersburg
  • West Salisbury
  • Windber

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Somerset County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Somerset 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 Somerset County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Somerset 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 Somerset 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. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. 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 Somerset County?

Recording fees in Somerset County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (814) 445-1547 for current fees.

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Pennsylvania Preliminary Notice Requirements for Subcontractors

Mechanic's Liens are governed by Title 49 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes.

Preliminary notice by subcontractors is a required step to obtaining any lien. Notice also provides the owner with information regarding who is working on the property and to what extent they may claim a lien.

As with most other states, the mechanic's lien law in Pennsylvania requires subcontractors to serve preliminary notice on the property owner or general contractor unless the parties are under a direct contract. According to Section 501, no claim by a subcontractor, whether for erection or construction or for alterations or repairs, shall be valid unless, at least thirty (30) days before the filing, he shall have given to the owner a formal written notice of his intention to file a claim. 49 P.S. 501(c). The formal notice must state: (1) the name of the party claimant; (2) the name of the person with whom he contracted; (3) the amount claimed to be due; (4) the general nature and character of the labor or materials furnished; (5) the date of completion of the work for which his claim is made; (6) a brief description sufficient to identify the property claimed to be subject to the lien. Id.

The notice does not have to be verified or notarized, but the claimant or an authorized representative must sign it. There is no requirement to record the Notice either. It's advisable, however, to keep a copy, and deliver the original notice via USPS certified mail with delivery confirmation, to verify with the court or anyone else that notice was provided.

This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Contact an attorney with questions about the Subcontractor's Preliminary Notice, or any other issues related to mechanic's liens in Pennsylvania.

Important: Your property must be located in Somerset County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Subcontractor Preliminary Notice meets all recording requirements specific to Somerset County.

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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Somerset 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.

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