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Pennsylvania Lien Deadlines for Material Suppliers
Pennsylvania requires a Notice of Furnishing within 45 days of your first furnishing. Missing this deadline can forfeit your lien rights.
Public date calculations cover Florida and Kansas. Pennsylvania dates require qualified review.
Risk context
Pennsylvania is High Risk for Suppliers
Pennsylvania has a strict Notice of Furnishing requirement that must be sent within 45 days of your first furnishing. Failure to provide this notice when required invalidates your lien rights.
Deadline schedule
Pennsylvania Mechanics Lien Deadlines (Updated 2026)
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| Deadline Type | Timing | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Preliminary/Notice | Notice of Furnishing — within 45 days of first furnishing | Required. |
| Lien Filing | 6 months after last furnishing | Must file lien claim within 6 months after last furnishing. |
| Enforcement | 2 years from lien filing | Suit to enforce must be filed within 2 years from lien filing. |
| Statutes | 49 P.S. §1101 et seq.; §1301; §1501; §1502; §1701(b) |
Supplier pitfalls
Common Supplier Mistakes in Pennsylvania
Missing the Notice of Furnishing
Failing to send the Notice of Furnishing within 45 days of first furnishing is the most common error.
Late Lien Filing
You have 6 months from last furnishing to file. Missing this window invalidates the claim.
Missing Enforcement Deadline
Action to enforce must be taken within 2 years of filing the lien.
Incorrect Information
Ensure all property and owner information is accurate on your notices and filings.
Deadline calculator
Not Sure Which Deadline Applies?
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Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When must the lien be filed?
6 months after last furnishing.
What is the enforcement period?
2 years from lien filing.
What statutes apply?
49 P.S. §1101 et seq.; §1301; §1501; §1502; §1701(b).
When is the Notice of Furnishing due?
Within 45 days of first furnishing.
Important note