Texas Request for Information from Original Contractor
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About the Texas Request for Information from Original Contractor
How to Use This Form
- Select your county from the list on the left
- Download the county-specific form
- Fill in the required information
- Have the document notarized if required
- Record with your county recorder's office
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The Request for Information from Original Contractor is a form letter used to obtain information from the contractor regarding the identity of persons furnished with labor or materials, whether a payment bond has been posted, and project dates.
Under TEX. PROP. CODE 53.159(b), upon a written request, an original contractor who furnished work under the original contract shall furnish to the person the following information within a reasonable time, but not later than the 10th day after the date the request is received:
(1) The name and last known address of the person to whom the original contractor furnished labor or materials for the construction project;
(2) Whether the original contractor has furnished or has been furnished a payment bond for any of the work on the construction project and if so, the name and last known address of the surety and a copy of the bond; and
(3) The date on which the original contract for the project was executed.
Serve the form to the original contractor through certified U.S. Mail with return receipt requested. It does not need to be verified or notarized. Note that if the requester is not in direct contractual relationship with the contractor on the project, that person may require payment of the actual costs in producing the information which cannot exceed $25.00. TEX. PROP. CODE 53.159(e). Therefore, some individuals choose to enclose a check with the request form, up to $25.00.
If the original contractor fails to furnish the required information, he or she may be liable for reasonable and necessary costs incurred in procuring the requested information. TEX. PROP. CODE 53.159(f).
Each case is unique, and the Texas lien law is complex. Contact an attorney for complex situations, with specific questions about requesting information about a construction project, or any other issues related to mechanic's liens.
How to Use This Form
- Select your county from the list above
- Download the county-specific form
- Fill in the required information
- Have the document notarized if required
- Record with your county recorder's office
What Others Like You Are Saying
"worked great!!!"
"I needed to look for a recorded document and found what I was looking for. Thank you for the great s…"
"Your Personal Representative's Deed and example for the state of PA were extremely helpful. Exactly …"
"Deeds.com made a very difficult time in our lives much easier to deal with. So happy that we found t…"
"This site was very easy to use. Great direction on how to complete the form."
Common Uses for Request for Information from Original Contractor
- Release a mechanic's lien after receiving full payment
- Establish a legal claim against property for unpaid labor
- Document consent of the property owner for improvements
- Notify a general contractor of unpaid subcontractor invoices
- Establish priority of a construction lien on a property
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Important: County-Specific Forms
Our request for information from original contractor forms are specifically formatted for each county in Texas.
After selecting your county, you'll receive forms that meet all local recording requirements, ensuring your documents will be accepted without delays or rejection fees.