Author: Krystal Baines

  • I’m an Unlicensed Contractor. Can I File a Mechanics Lien?

    I’m an Unlicensed Contractor.
    Can I File a Mechanics Lien?

    This is a question we get quite often here at zlien. There are many reasons why a contractor, sub, or other construction company may find themselves without a license. Whether a deadline to renew was missed, or if acquiring a license hit an unexpected snag, from time to time a contractor might find  themselves without…

  • Hey Contractors: Electronic Filing is Not Just for Taxes!

    Hey Contractors: Electronic Filing is Not Just for Taxes!

    Before throwing away all of your envelopes and planning an afternoon off with the time you’ll save, make a quick call to the county to confirm that e-recording is available for mechanics liens. Unless the project you’re trying to lien is located in one of the 5 states specifically mentioned above, you’ll have close to…