Preliminary Notice Required

    Michigan Preliminary Notice Requirements for Contractors [2026]

    MI — MCL § 570.1109

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    Quick Facts

    Notice Required

    Yes

    Notice Type

    Notice of Furnishing

    Statute

    MCL § 570.1109

    Deadline

    20 days (residential)

    Delivery Method

    Certified mail or personal delivery

    Key Fact: Michigan

    Michigan requires a Notice of Furnishing within 20 days on residential projects and has a unique sworn statement requirement that sets it apart from other states.

    Understanding Michigan Requirements

    Michigan requires contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers to file a Notice of Furnishing to preserve their mechanics lien rights. Under MCL § 570.1109, claimants must send this notice within 20 days (residential) to remain eligible to file a lien if payment disputes arise.

    Failing to send a timely Notice of Furnishing in Michigan can result in the complete loss of your right to file a mechanics lien. This makes compliance with the 20 days (residential) deadline one of the most critical administrative tasks for any construction project in the state.

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

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