Washington Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer

County Specific Legal Forms Validated as recently as April 7, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

About the Washington Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer

Washington Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer
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How to Use This Form

  1. Select your county from the list on the left
  2. Download the county-specific form
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Have the document notarized if required
  5. 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If the contractor's registration has expired or has been revoked or suspended by the department prior to completion or other termination of the contract with the consumer, the contractor must notify any consumer to whom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

  1. Select your county from the list above
  2. Download the county-specific form
  3. Fill in the required information
  4. Have the document notarized if required
  5. Record with your county recorder's office

What Others Like You Are Saying

— BARRY D.

"Could not have been easier. Instructions were clear. Guidelines and example were clearly written. Er…"

— Desiree R.

"very easy to use"

— Denise B.

"I highly recommend Deeds.com to be your go-to search website. I was able to get the information that…"

— arturo b d.

"just what I needed...thanks"

— Marina M.

"Very easy to choose template and download. The price seems fair. Not sure the section on the deed fo…"

Common Uses for Mechanics Lien Notice to Customer

  • Protect subcontractor payment rights on a building project
  • Protect payment rights for electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work
  • Release a mechanic's lien after receiving full payment
  • Document consent of the property owner for improvements
  • Provide notice of intent to file a lien for unpaid work
  • Protect a contractor's right to payment for work performed

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.