Step 1 — Send Required Wisconsin Pre-Lien Notice
Before filing a Wisconsin mechanics lien:
GCs must include or serve the statutory pre-lien notice before work begins
Subs and suppliers must serve notice within 60 days of first furnishing
Notices should be sent by certified mail or another trackable method
Keep proof of service
Step 2 — Prepare the Wisconsin Mechanics Lien Form
Your Wisconsin Mechanics Lien should contain the following information:
Legal description of the property
Property owner’s name
Claimant’s name and address
First and last furnishing dates
Description of labor, materials, or services
Amount unpaid
Verification under oath (notarized)
Step 2 — Prepare the Wisconsin Mechanics Lien Form
Your Wisconsin Mechanics Lien should contain the following information:
Legal description of the property
Property owner’s name
Claimant’s name and address
First and last furnishing dates
Description of labor, materials, or services
Amount unpaid
Verification under oath (notarized)