San Augustine County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Form

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San Augustine County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Form

San Augustine 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.

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San Augustine County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Guide

San Augustine County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Guide

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 6/18/2026
San Augustine County Completed Example of the Notice to Original Contractor Document

San Augustine County Completed Example of the Notice to Original Contractor Document

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Document Last Validated 5/14/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

San Augustine County Clerk

Address:
El Camino Justice Center - 223 N Harrison
San Augustine, Texas 75972

Hours: Mon - Thu 8:00am - 4:00pm, Fri 8:00am - 3:00pm

Phone: (936) 275-2452

Recording Tips for San Augustine County:
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Double-check legal descriptions match your existing deed
  • Request a receipt showing your recording numbers
  • Ask about accepted payment methods when you call ahead
  • Some documents require witnesses in addition to notarization

Cities and Jurisdictions in San Augustine County

Properties in any of these areas use San Augustine County forms:

  • Broaddus
  • San Augustine

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for San Augustine County

How do I get my forms?

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

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in San Augustine 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 San Augustine 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 San Augustine County?

Recording fees in San Augustine County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (936) 275-2452 for current fees.

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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 San Augustine 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 San Augustine County.

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