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You did the work. They haven't paid.
A formal demand letter citing your state's lien law, mailed USPS Certified with tracking and a Certificate of Mailing.
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San Jose Contractors: Don't Let The 20 days Rule Cost You Your Paycheck.
If you are working on a project in San Jose, CA, the clock is ticking. You must file your 20-Day Preliminary Notice within 20 days of first furnishing labor or materials to the project. File late, and your lien rights are permanently limited to work performed in the 20 days before you file — you lose protection for all earlier work. Don't float the GC for free.
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Navigating the Santa Clara County Recording Process
In California, your preliminary notice must be served correctly before you ever step foot in the Santa Clara County Recorder's Office to file a formal lien. We handle the USPS Certified Mail delivery to the property owner so you have the exact legal proof required by Santa Clara County judges if a payment dispute escalates.
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Already finished the work and still not paid?
No account needed. A preliminary notice protects jobs you're starting. If the work is done and the money hasn't come, the next step is a formal demand letter — statute-cited, mailed certified, with tracking and proof of delivery.
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Legal Disclaimer: This page provides general information about San Jose mechanics lien law. It is not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for guidance on your specific situation.