Washington Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer
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About the Washington Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer
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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Notice to Customer -- When are disclosure statements needed?
Any contractor agreeing to perform any contracting project for the repair, alteration, or construction of four or fewer residential units (or accessory structures) on a residential property when the bid or contract price totals $1,000 or more must provide the customer with a disclosure statement. In addition, a disclosure statement must be provided when a contract agrees to perform the repair, alteration, or construction of a commercial building when the bid or contract price totals $1,000 or more but is less than $60,000. R.C.W. 18.27.114(1).
The notice is an important step in the mechanic's lien process because no contractor may bring or maintain any lien claim based on any contract without first alleging and proving that the contractor has provided the customer with a copy of the disclosure statement. R.C.W. 18.27.114(4).
The notice contains the following information for the customer's knowledge: (1) the contractor's registration number, (2) the bond or deposit amount posted with the state, (3) the expiration date of the contractor's registration, and (4) the amount up to which the bond is intended to pay any claims. Id.
After sending the notice to the customer The contractor must retain a signed copy of the disclosure statement in his or her files for a minimum of three years. The contractor must also produce a signed or electronic signature copy of the disclosure statement to the department upon request. R.C.W. 18.27.114(2).
If the contractor's registration has expired or has been revoked or suspended by the department prior to completion or other termination of the contract with the consumer, the contractor must notify any consumer to whom notice is required. R.C.W. 18.27.114(3).
This article is provided for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for the advice of an attorney. If you have any questions about the notice to customer document, please consult with a Washington attorney.
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
"Great last minute forms saved me a critical time when I had no access to my own resources. Five Star…"
"I am how simple this site is to use. I am so thankful to be able to do this and not have to worry ab…"
"A bit pricey for someone on a fixed income."
"If my availability does not coincide with your business hours it should not prevent me from uploadin…"
"Accurate information and easy to use website."
Common Uses for Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer
- Protect a contractor's right to payment for work performed
- Secure payment for materials supplied to a construction project
- File a lien to prevent property sale until payment is received
- Provide required pre-lien notice before filing a claim
- Establish priority of a construction lien on a property
- File a lien for unpaid construction or renovation work
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Important: County-Specific Forms
Our mechanics lien notice to customer forms are specifically formatted for each county in Washington.
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.