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Pennsylvania Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers
Pennsylvania requires a "Notice of Unpaid Lien" to be provided to the owner before filing a lien if you don't have a direct contract.
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Pennsylvania is High Risk for Suppliers
Pennsylvania is High Risk for Suppliers Pennsylvania has a strict Notice of Furnishing requirement that must be sent within 45 days of your first furnishing. Failure to provide this notice when required invalidates your lien rights.
Pennsylvania Lien Deadlines
| Deadline Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary/Notice | Notice of Furnishing — within 45 days of first furnishing | Required. |
| Lien Filing | 6 months after last furnishing | Must file lien claim within 6 months after last furnishing. |
| Enforcement | 2 years from lien filing | Suit to enforce must be filed within 2 years from lien filing. |
| Statutes | 49 P.S. §1101 et seq.; §1301; §1501; §1502; §1701(b) |
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Pennsylvania Lien Deadlines
Deadline Type Timing Details Preliminary/Notice Notice of Furnishing — within 45 days of first furnishing Required. Lien Filing 6 months after last furnishing Must file lien claim within 6 months after last furnishing. Enforcement 2 years from lien filing Suit to enforce must be filed within 2 years from lien filing. Statutes 49 P.S. §1101 et seq.; §1301; §1501; §1502; §1701(b)
Missing the Notice of Furnishing
Failing to send the Notice of Furnishing within 45 days of first furnishing is the most common error.
Late Lien Filing
You have 6 months from last furnishing to file. Missing this window invalidates the claim.
Missing Enforcement Deadline
Action to enforce must be taken within 2 years of filing the lien.
Incorrect Information
Ensure all property and owner information is accurate on your notices and filings.
When is the Notice of Furnishing due?
Within 45 days of first furnishing.
When must the lien be filed?
6 months after last furnishing.
What is the enforcement period?
2 years from lien filing.
What statutes apply?
49 P.S. §1101 et seq.; §1301; §1501; §1502; §1701(b).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Late Lien Filing
You have 6 months from last furnishing to file. Missing this window invalidates the claim.
When must the lien be filed?
6 months after last furnishing.
What is the enforcement period?
2 years from lien filing.
What statutes apply?
49 P.S. §1101 et seq.; §1301; §1501; §1502; §1701(b).
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