The Mellor Law Firm, APLC

California Real Estate, Construction, Bankruptcy, Foreclosure and Business Litigation Lawyers

    • Facebook
    • LinkedIn
    • RSS
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

Call: (951) 221-4744

  • Our Firm
  • Attorney Profile
  • Practice Areas
    • Real Estate Law
    • Construction Law
    • Foreclosures
    • Business Law
    • Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
    • Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
    • Contract Disputes
    • Insurance
    • Loan Modifications
    • Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
  • Case Handling
  • Clients
  • Blog
  • Contact

What’s the Difference Between Construction Liens and Mechanic’s Liens?

July 7, 2021 by Anne Hunt

Construction liens and mechanic’s liens on a person’s home or commercial building can cause problems with resale value. They may likewise increase the potential for property loss. 

A lien that was paid and not removed, or placed unfairly, could also result in legal concerns. Here is what property owners should know about these liens.

What is a Lien?

A lien is a legal claim against a property. It’s placed there by a creditor, giving them the right and opportunity to collect what’s owed. Many homeowners have mortgages, for example, which are a typical and readily accepted type of lien. 

There are also liens for taxes and unpaid bills that relate to work completed on the property. Some types of liens are much more damaging than others.

What is a Construction Lien?

An understanding of construction law can help property owners know how construction liens work. Basically, contractors and subcontractors can place these liens if they’re not paid for the work they did on the home or business.

A href=”https://www.investopedia.com/terms/c/construction-lien.asp”>construction lien is designed to make sure that individuals and companies in the construction trade receive full payment for their work.

What is a Mechanic’s Lien?

While a contractor or subcontractor can also place a mechanic’s lien, the option to put this kind of lien on a property also extends to builders, material suppliers, and other stakeholders. As a result, it has a much broader reach and is typically considered a higher priority than other types of liens on the property.

 

There are two major differences between a construction lien and a mechanic’s lien. One is the people who may place these liens, and the other is the priority that lien has if it’s competing with other claims against the home or commercial space. Since these liens relate to construction law, individual property owners may not realize how much impact a lien has on a property’s title.

 

Good legal representation is the best way to handle any liens on a property. An understanding of Riverside construction law is also critical to ensure the best resolution to a case. Knowing what construction liens and mechanic’s liens are and how a law firm can help with those claims makes it easier to get issues resolved to everyone’s satisfaction.

 

Filed Under: Construction Law Education Tagged With: construction attorney, construction law, construction law attorney

Call Us: 951-222-2100

Consultations available in-office or over
the phone. Speak to one of our leading attorneys in California today.

Recent News

Don’t Let Wire Fraud Real Estate Scams at Closing Stress You Out: Here’s How You Can Avoid It

January 24, 2023 By Mark Mellor

For years you diligently save up to buy your first house. After months of searching through listings, you finally find your dream home and make an offer that gets accepted. Just days before closing, everything goes smoothly until you get an email from your "real estate agent" … Read More...

Do’s and Don’ts for Getting a Loan Modification and Is It the Right Option for You

January 18, 2023 By Mark Mellor

Are you struggling to pay your mortgage loan? If so, a loan modification may be an option for you. Loan modification can make your loan more affordable and help you avoid foreclosure. But before applying for a loan modification, it's important to understand what it is, and … Read More...

You’ve Been Involved in an Accident, What Now?: How to Find the Best Car Accident Attorney

January 3, 2023 By Mark Mellor

According to the Bureau of Transportation, around 13 car crashes occur every minute in the U.S. When an accident happens it's important to know what steps to take and how to protect your rights. The most important step you can take is to hire a qualified car accident attorney … Read More...

Follow Mellor Law Firm

    • Facebook
    • LinkedIn
    • RSS
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

Our Areas of Practice

  • Real Estate
  • Construction Law
  • Mechanic’s Lien – Stop Notice
  • Foreclosures
  • Business Law
  • Contract Disputes
  • Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
  • Insurance
  • Lien Stripping Bankruptcy
  • Loan Modifications
  • Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
  • Property Ownership

Navigate

  • Home
  • Our Firm
  • Mark Mellor
  • Practice Areas
  • Case Handling
  • Clients
  • Resources
  • Contact
  • Blog
  • Privacy Policy

Practice Areas

  • Real Estate
  • Construction Law
  • Mechanic’s Lien – Stop Notice
  • Foreclosures
  • Business Law
  • Contract Disputes
  • Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
  • Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
  • Insurance
  • Lien Stripping Bankruptcy
  • Loan Modifications
  • Personal Injury & Wrongful Death
  • Property Ownership

Recent Posts

  • Don’t Let Wire Fraud Real Estate Scams at Closing Stress You Out: Here’s How You Can Avoid It
  • Do’s and Don’ts for Getting a Loan Modification and Is It the Right Option for You
  • You’ve Been Involved in an Accident, What Now?: How to Find the Best Car Accident Attorney
  • Top Types of Real Estate Scams in 2022 and What We Can Learn From Them

Follow Us

    • Facebook
    • LinkedIn
    • RSS
    • Twitter
    • YouTube

Contact our offices

The Mellor Law Firm, APLC
6800 Indiana Avenue, Suite 220
Riverside, CA 92506
Phone: (951) 221-4744
Fax: (951) 222-2122
10.0Mark Albert Mellor

The Mellor Law Firm, APLC © 2023. All Rights Reserved.