Maine Mechanics Lien — Deadlines and Filing Guide
Maine mechanics lien law under Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10 §§ 3251 through 3269 gives contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers lien rights for unpaid construction work. The deadline to file a Maine mechanics lien is 90 days from last furnishing. No preliminary notice is required. Liens are filed with the Registry of Deeds. Enforcement must begin within 2 years of filing.
Maine Mechanics Lien Deadlines
Maine mechanics lien deadlines give all claimants 90 days from the last date of furnishing labor or materials to file a lien with the Registry of Deeds in the county where the property is located under Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10 § 3255. Maine does not require a preliminary notice before filing. The enforcement deadline is 2 years from the date the lien is filed.
How to File a Mechanics Lien in Maine
Maine mechanics liens are filed with the Registry of Deeds in the county where the project property is located. Maine has 16 counties. Major Maine construction markets include Cumberland County (Portland), York County (Biddeford/Saco), Penobscot County (Bangor), Kennebec County (Augusta), and Androscoggin County (Lewiston/Auburn). Use the Mechanics Lien Management State System to calculate your exact Maine filing deadline.
Maine Mechanics Lien Enforcement
Maine mechanics liens must be enforced by filing a lawsuit within 2 years of the lien filing date under Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10 § 3262. Maine's 2-year enforcement window is among the more generous in New England. Track both the 90-day filing deadline and the 2-year enforcement deadline using Mechanics Lien Management.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do you have to file a mechanics lien in Maine?
In Maine, the deadline to file a mechanics lien is 90 days from the last date of furnishing labor or materials under Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10 § 3255.
Does Maine require a preliminary notice?
No. Maine does not require a preliminary notice before filing a mechanics lien.
Where do you file a mechanics lien in Maine?
Maine mechanics liens are filed with the Registry of Deeds in the county where the property is located. Maine has 16 counties.
How long does a Maine mechanics lien last?
After filing, a Maine mechanics lien must be enforced by filing a lawsuit within 2 years of the filing date under Me. Rev. Stat. tit. 10 § 3262.