Gillespie County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Form
Last validated July 20, 2026 by our Forms Development Team
Gillespie County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Form
Fill in the blank Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor form formatted to comply with all Texas recording and content requirements.

Gillespie County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Gillespie County Completed Example of the Notice to Original Contractor Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
All 3 documents above included • One-time purchase • No recurring fees
Immediate Download • Secure Checkout
Additional Texas and Gillespie County documents included at no extra charge:
Where to Record Your Documents
Gillespie County Clerk
Fredericksburg, Texas 78624
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm
Phone: (830)997-6515
Recording Tips for Gillespie County:
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Check margin requirements - usually 1-2 inches at top
- If mailing documents, use certified mail with return receipt
Cities and Jurisdictions in Gillespie County
Properties in any of these areas use Gillespie County forms:
- Doss
- Fredericksburg
- Harper
- Stonewall
- Willow City
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Gillespie County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Gillespie 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 Gillespie County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Gillespie 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 Gillespie 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 Gillespie County?
Recording fees in Gillespie County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (830)997-6515 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Texas Second Month Notice
According to Texas lien law, all claimants other than the original contractor must provide preliminary notice to establish a claim for a valid mechanic's lien. TEX. PROP. CODE 53.056. Use the preliminary notice form under 53.056(b) when lien claim arises from a debt incurred by a subcontractor.
A mechanic's lien is an encumbrance on an owner's title, used to guarantee payment to builders, contractors, and construction businesses which build or repair structures, by using the property where the work was completed as a form of collateral. Suppliers of materials and subcontractors may also claim a mechanic's lien. The lien ensures that the workmen are paid before anyone else if the property subject to the lien is eventually foreclosed upon.
The law states that before filing and recording a mechanic's lien, the claimant must give written notice of the unpaid balance to the original contractor. Texas requires prelien notice to be served on the owner and other interested parties. Prelien notices serve two purposes: to protect the interests of subcontractors and suppliers, and to give property owners a defense against having to pay twice for parts of the same project.
Deliver the notice to the original contractor no later than the 15th day of the second month following each month in which all or part of the claimant's labor was performed or material delivered. Id. This is also known as a "Second Month Notice." It identifies the parties, dates, materials/services, and amount due. For reference, include an invoice or statement to clarify billing details.
Send it by registered or certified mail, addressed to the original contractor at his or her last known business or residence address. TEX. PROP. CODE 53.056(e).
Remember that each case is unique and the mechanic's lien law in Texas can be complicated and unforgiving of mistakes. Therefore, contact an attorney for complex situations or with specific questions about the preliminary notice to the original contractor or about any other issues related to liens.
Important: Your property must be located in Gillespie County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.
This Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor meets all recording requirements specific to Gillespie County.
Our Promise
The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Gillespie 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 Gillespie County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor 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 - ( 4762 Reviews )
NormaJean Q.
July 4th, 2021
Thank you, thie was very helpful. I did find the forms I needed.Very easy to use.,
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Adriana B.
December 29th, 2023
The explanations about the processes and descriptions of the forms makes it easy to understand which forms to use.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience!
Charles F.
April 28th, 2020
Hi Please do not take time to respond to my previous inquiry - - - I figured it out. Deeds.com is a great tool for those of us who have occasional need for your type of services. Thanks ! Chuck
Thank you!
dill h.
March 5th, 2019
easy-peasy
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Deborah H.
July 13th, 2020
Wonderful service, very fast and great customer service will be using you guys from now on. Thanks a bunch
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Christine W.
December 30th, 2020
excellent
Thank you!
Michael S.
December 22nd, 2020
I was very impressed. I needed a Grant Deed that would comply with Calif. law. I haven't tried to record it yet, but I think it's spot-on. References to statutes very helpful. I'm a retired Idaho attorney, and my first attempt was politely rejected by the recorder. (documentary transfer fee exemption, etc.)
Thank you!
MARY LACEY M.
June 30th, 2025
Great service! Recording was smooth and swiftly performed. Deeds.com is an excellent service.
We are delighted to have been of service. Thank you for the positive review!
Beth O.
January 15th, 2023
Easy peasy! Thank y'all so much.
Thank you!
James W.
January 20th, 2019
Easy access to forms saving lots of time researching reqmts from a State/Municipal Govt website. I saved 400-500 in lawyer fees but getting these forms, and coordinating with the Property recorders office in another state. Will use you again.
Thank you James. We really appreciate your feedback.
Jessica S.
December 21st, 2018
Paid the money, but never received any information; not even an email saying they couldn't find anything.
Thank you for your feedback. Reviewing your account, looks like the property detail report you ordered was completed on December 14, 2018 at 10:56am. The report has been available for you to download in your account ever since.
Barbara P.
August 13th, 2024
So easy and fast!
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Bradley B.
May 3rd, 2021
Just as advertised.
Thank you for your feedback. We really appreciate it. Have a great day!
Karri P.
February 28th, 2019
Great service and easy to purchase exactly what you want.
We appreciate your business and value your feedback. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!
Christopher G.
August 12th, 2019
couldn't find what I was looking for.
Thank you for your feedback Christopher, sorry to hear that you couldn't find what you were looking for. Have a wonderful day.