A lien waiver is a written agreement between a payer and a counterparty where said counterparty gives up their right to place a lien on a property. A lien waiver is a document signed in exchange for payment that waives the signer's right to file a lien for the amount specified in the waiver.A lien just means you owe contractor bob money. A construction lien waiver is a document that a service provider or materials supplier gives a general contractor or owner when they are paid. Lien waivers serve as proof that payment has been received, all parties are satisfied with their pay, and no one will dispute their payment. While lien waivers might be referred to as proof of payment, or conditional, the language within the document actually determines what you're agreeing to. A lien release (also called release of lien) is a document that is filed with government authorities as the official notice that the lien is removed. Lien waivers benefit you because you want to finish the project without any lien or bond claims, and collecting signed lien waivers helps you to do just that. How can I find out specifics on a lien placed on my house or other property? Fill in the blank Notice to Lien Agent form formatted to comply with all North Carolina recording and content requirements.