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What Is a Preliminary Notice & Why Does It Matter

A preliminary notice is a legally required document sent at the beginning of a project to notify the property owner, direct contractor, and lender of your role. More importantly, it preserves your right to file a mechanics lien if payment is delayed, reduced, or not received. Missing this step can limit or eliminate your lien rights altogether.
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We guide you through every stage of the process—from gathering the right information to filing accurately and on time—so you can protect your payment without the stress.

Submit Your Request

Order your notice or lien request directly through our website. Provide as much project information as possible — and we’ll take it from there.

Thorough Project Research

Every request is carefully researched by our team. We confirm the job address, property owner, direct contractor, and research is documented for future reference.

Dedicated Customer Support

If you need assistance at any time, your assigned customer service representative is available by phone or email to help.

Mailing

After completing the required research, we print and mail the notice in strict accordance with state requirements to the property owner, direct contractor, and lender.

Mail Verification & Record Retention

CNS receives daily USPS mailing confirmations and preserves all related documentation and mailing data in secure archives for future use.

Same-Day Confirmation

The day your notice or lien is mailed, you receive a fully verified copy by email, including USPS tracking information — giving you immediate confirmation and peace of mind.

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