West Virginia

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

Lien Filing Deadline

File by:

100 days after completion or last day performing work/supplying materials

Foreclosure Deadline

Enforce by:

6 months after filing lien (2 years for subcontractors with certain conditions)

Statutory Authority

Where found:

W. Va. Code §§ 38-2-1 et seq.

DEADLINE CALCULATOR

Enter your last day of work to calculate your deadlines.

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

Where and How to File:

File a notice of mechanic's lien with the County Clerk in the county where the property is located. Must include property description, amount due, and name of owner.

Important Notes:

Quick Deadline Timeline

Contract
Signed

Work Begins
Signed

Preliminary
Notice

Not required

Last
Furnishing

File Lien

100 days after completion or last day performing work/supplying materials

Enforce Lien

6 months after filing lien (2 years for subcontractors with certain conditions)