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⭐ How to File a North Carolina Mechanics/Construction Lien (Step-By-Step)

North Carolina Construction Lien

Follow these steps to file a North Carolina mechanics lien and make sure you’re taking the right actions to protect your payment rights.

Step 1 — Determine Your Role

  • If you are a GC, you may proceed directly to a lien on real property.

  • If you are a sub/supplier, you must first preserve a Lien on Funds.


Step 2 — Preserve a Lien on Funds (Subs & Suppliers Only)


Serve a Notice of Claim of Lien on Funds on the party holding the funds (usually the GC):

  • Must be served within 15 days of last furnishing

  • Preserves your right to unpaid contract funds

  • Is a prerequisite to a property lien

Step 2 — Preserve a Lien on Funds (Subs & Suppliers Only)


Serve a Notice of Claim of Lien on Funds on the party holding the funds (usually the GC):

  • Must be served within 15 days of last furnishing

  • Preserves your right to unpaid contract funds

  • Is a prerequisite to a property lien

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