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Does the last date of our labor on a project matter if the project is on-going?

CaliforniaLien DeadlinesMechanics LienNotice of CompletionStop NoticeSubstantial Completion

We supplied equipment and training and are completely done on the project, but it is on-going and will be for another year. Do we need to file a claim before the notice of completion?

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Jul 11, 2020

No. If you are a subcontractor, you need to record your lien within 90 days of the completion of the entire project or within 30 days of recordation of a Notice of Completion, whicheve occurs first. But, if you done, and not getting paid, you don't need to sit around for another year to record your lien and pursue the money owed. If you would like discuss, feel free to call or email.

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Jul 14, 2020
If your work is fully completed and your payment is due under the contract, then you can record a mechanic’s lien now and don’t have to wait. However, you could decide to wait if you choose to do so. The lien period ends 90 days after substantial completion of the entire project or within 30 days of the recording date of a Notice of Completion if there is one (usually found on public jobs).
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