📅 Notice Deadline Calculator
Calculate deadlines for preliminary notices, notices of intent to lien, and other construction notices.
Types of Construction Notices
| Notice Type | Purpose | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary Notice | Preserve lien rights | 20-60 days from first furnish |
| Notice of Intent to Lien | Final warning before lien | 10-30 days before lien |
| Notice of Completion | Owner files to shorten deadlines | Within 10-30 days of completion |
| Notice of Non-Payment | Subcontractor notice to GC | Varies by state |
| Stop Notice | Public works payment claim | 20-90 days from last work |
State-by-State Preliminary Notice Deadlines
| State | Deadline | Starts From |
|---|---|---|
| California | 20 days | First furnishing |
| Texas | 15 days | First furnishing |
| Florida | 45 days | First furnishing |
| New York | No requirement | N/A |
| Illinois | 60 days | First furnishing |
| Arizona | 20 days | First furnishing |
| Nevada | 31 days | First furnishing |
| Washington | 60 days | First furnishing |
| Oregon | 8 days | First furnishing |
| Colorado | No requirement | N/A |
How to Calculate Notice Deadlines
Step 1: Identify Notice Type
- Preliminary Notice
- Notice of Intent to Lien
- Notice of Completion
- Stop Notice
- Other
Step 2: Determine Start Date
- First Furnishing: First day you provided labor, materials, or equipment
- Last Work: Last day you provided labor, materials, or equipment
- Completion: Date project was substantially complete
Step 3: Calculate Deadline
- Start Date: _______________
- Notice Period: _____ days
- Deadline: Start Date + Notice Period = _______________
Interactive Calculator
Select your state, enter your dates, and get all your notice deadlines instantly.
First day you furnished labor, materials, or equipment
Last day you performed work or delivered materials
Date project was substantially complete (if known)
Critical Deadlines by State
California
- Preliminary Notice: 20 days from first furnish
- Notice of Completion: Owner files within 10 days
- Mechanics Lien: 90 days from completion (or 60/30 days if NOC filed)
- Stop Notice: 90 days from last work
Texas
- Preliminary Notice: 15 days from first furnish (2nd+ month)
- Notice of Intent to Lien: 10 days before lien
- Mechanics Lien: 15th day of 4th month after last work
Florida
- Notice to Owner: 45 days from first furnish
- Notice of Intent to Lien: 45 days before lien
- Mechanics Lien: 90 days from last work
Common Mistakes
- Missing Preliminary Notice - Lose lien rights entirely
- Counting Days Wrong - Use calendar days, not business days
- Wrong Start Date - Must be from first furnishing, not invoice date
- Not Serving Properly - Must follow state requirements exactly
Deadlines Are Strict
Missing a notice deadline can completely eliminate your lien rights. When in doubt, send the notice early.
Best Practices
- Send Early - Don't wait until the deadline
- Track First Furnishing - Document the exact date
- Use Certified Mail - Proof of service matters
- Keep Records - Save all notices and proof of service
- Check State Requirements - Each state is different