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Protect Yourself With a Release of Lien (Lien Waiver) Fortunately, it's a simple process. A Lien Waiver is similar to a receipt. It basically states that you've paid the subcontractor what is owed, they accept the payment in full, and they waive the right to put a lien on your property.

It is recorded with the County Recorder's office by the unpaid contractor, subcontractor or supplier. It means that any of these unpaid entities can claim a lien against the property until they are paid. The prime contractor has a direct contractual agreement with the property owner.

PREPARING THE VIRGINIA MECHANICS LIEN Every mechanics lien typically must contain the owner's name, a general description of the property and location, the name of the hiring party, the first and last date of work a description of the work performed, and the amount of money owed.

Mechanics liens in West Virginia need to be filed and recorded in the county clerk's office in the county where the property is located. Each clerk's office will have its own filing fees and other specific requirements.

Lien must be filed w/in 100 days from last providing labor or materials. In West Virginia, an action to enforce a mechanics lien must be initiated within 6 months from filing the lien. This deadline may not be extended, and if missed, the lien expires. Generally none, but WV allows for providing a notice prior to work.

A judgment lien is created automatically on debtor property that's located in the West Virginia county where the judgment is entered. For property in other West Virginia counties, the creditor records an abstract of judgment with the clerk of the court in the county where the property is located.