Preliminary Notice Required

    Arkansas Preliminary Notice Requirements for Contractors [2026]

    AR — § 18-44-115

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    Quick Facts

    Notice Required

    Yes

    Notice Type

    Preliminary Notice

    Statute

    § 18-44-115

    Deadline

    75 days from first furnishing

    Delivery Method

    Certified mail

    Key Fact: Arkansas

    Arkansas provides a generous 75-day window for preliminary notice, but the requirement applies only to sub-subcontractors and remote suppliers.

    Understanding Arkansas Requirements

    Arkansas requires contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers to file a Preliminary Notice to preserve their mechanics lien rights. Under § 18-44-115, claimants must send this notice within 75 days from first furnishing to remain eligible to file a lien if payment disputes arise.

    Failing to send a timely Preliminary Notice in Arkansas can result in the complete loss of your right to file a mechanics lien. This makes compliance with the 75 days from first furnishing deadline one of the most critical administrative tasks for any construction project in the state.

    LienFlash automates the Preliminary Notice process for states where we operate, handling document generation, CASS-certified address verification, and USPS certified mailing. When we launch in Arkansas, you will be able to generate and send compliant notices in under two minutes.

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