Titus County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Form

Last validated September 2, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Formatted for recording in Titus County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Cookville, Mount Pleasant, Winfield.

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Titus County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Form

Titus 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.

Document last validated 7/20/2026
Titus County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Guide

Titus County Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor Guide

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Titus County Completed Example of the Notice to Original Contractor Document

Titus County Completed Example of the Notice to Original Contractor Document

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Document last validated 9/2/2026

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

Where to Record Your Documents

Titus County Clerk

Address:
100 West First St, Suite 204
Mt. Pleasant, Texas 75455

Hours: 8:00 to 4:45 Monday through Friday (Open through Lunch)

Phone: (903) 577-6796

Recording Tips for Titus County:
  • Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
  • Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
  • Ask for certified copies if you need them for other transactions
  • Ask if they accept credit cards - many offices are cash/check only
  • Check that your notary's commission hasn't expired

Cities and Jurisdictions in Titus County

Properties in any of these areas use Titus County forms:

  • Cookville
  • Mount Pleasant
  • Winfield

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Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Titus County

How do I get my forms?

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

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

Recording fees in Titus County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (903) 577-6796 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 Titus County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.

This Preliminary Notice to Original Contractor meets all recording requirements specific to Titus County.

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