Washington

Mechanic's Lien

Deadlines & Filing Guide

Know your notice requirements, lien filing deadlines, and foreclosure deadlines before you lose your rights.

GET YOUR  LIEN TOOLKIT

preliminary notice

Required?

Not required for prime contractors; subs/suppliers on commercial: within 60 days of first furnishing

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

90 days after last furnishing

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

8 months after filing lien claim

Statutory Authority

Where found:

Wash. Rev. Code §§ 60.04.011 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

PRELIMINARY NOTICE
Deadline
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LIEN FILING
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FORECLOSURE
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Enter your last day of work to see your estimated deadlines.

Where and How to File:

Record a claim of lien with the County Auditor (or County Recording Office) in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount due, and name of owner. Serve a copy on the owner.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Not required for prime contractors; subs/suppliers on commercial: within 60 days of first furnishing

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

90 days after last furnishing

Enforce Lien

8 months after filing lien claim