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Oregon Mechanics Lien

We explain how to file a mechanics lien in Oregon, the Oregon lien laws, construction lien forms, and the 75-day deadline. Download free checklist.

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A man wearing a grey shirt sitting on a desk with a construction worker hard hat and blueprints filing a mechanics lien in Washington

Learn how to file a mechanics lien in Washington with our step-by-step guide, including eligibility, deadlines, and filing requirements.

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Of all the bureaucracy in the construction world, there is one piece of paperwork that can truly make or break your project: the lien waiver. In this guide, Northwest Lien covers the different types of lien waiver, how to use each type to your advantage, and the red flags to look out for.

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A materialman’s lien, also known as a mechanic’s lien or construction lien, provides the right to file a lien against the property to ensure payment of outstanding balances on materials or labor. Check out our guide to materialman’s liens and supplier lien rights here.

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Say a property owner is withholding payment, so you take all of the necessary legal steps to get paid what you’re rightfully owed from work done on a Washington state property. Notices have been issued and the mechanic’s lien filed, an agreement is reached, and you’re finally given a payment date. So… you’re done, right?…

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What can a subcontractor do if the general contractor refuses to pay? NW Lien explains the next steps to take if this occurs and how to avoid it.

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You may have noticed changes in our pricing earlier this month — and we feel they need a bit of additional context.

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What can a general contractor do in Washington state? Northwest Lien explains contractor rules and regulations — for general contractors, specialty contractors, and handymen — in this informative article.

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Becoming a general contractor in Oregon may seem a little daunting, but don’t worry – we can help! In this blog post, we’ll take you through the process of becoming an OR contractor, answering top questions while introducing you to helpful resources that the team at Northwest Lien offers general contractors. We’ll not only help clarify what exactly a general contractor is, but we’ll walk you through, step by step, the process to obtain your license, including the price and expected timeline.

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Get your Washington contractor’s license and become a general contractor in Washington state. Learn the basic requirements and steps with our guide

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