Step #1 — Serve Required Washington Pre-Claim of Lien Notice (if applicable)
If you do not have a direct contract with the owner, confirm that the Pre-Claim of Lien Notice was served within 60 days of first work.
You must serve the property owner with the Washington Pre-Claim of Lien Notice via registered mail, certified mail, or personal service.
Step #2 — Draft the Washington Mechanics Lien
A Washington mechanics lien must be recorded:
Within ninety (90) days of the claimant’s last date of furnishing
The lien is recorded with the County Auditor/Recorder in the county where the property is located. Missing this deadline results in a complete loss of lien rights.
The lien must clearly identify:
Claimant’s legal name and address
Property owner’s name
Hiring party’s name
Legal description of the property
Description of labor, materials, or services
Amount claimed as unpaid
First and last date of furnishing
Claimant’s signature and verification
Step #2 — Draft the Washington Mechanics Lien
A Washington mechanics lien must be recorded:
Within ninety (90) days of the claimant’s last date of furnishing
The lien is recorded with the County Auditor/Recorder in the county where the property is located. Missing this deadline results in a complete loss of lien rights.
The lien must clearly identify:
Claimant’s legal name and address
Property owner’s name
Hiring party’s name
Legal description of the property
Description of labor, materials, or services
Amount claimed as unpaid
First and last date of furnishing
Claimant’s signature and verification