After filing your mechanics lien, copies are sent through certified mail to the property owner, general contractor, and financial lender. Typically, upon receipt of the lien, the owner or GC will get in touch with you to negotiate terms so the lien can be released.
Many lien claims are invalid because the contractor, subcontractor, materials supplier, or laborer has failed to meet the required timelines for filing the claim or has not provided the lien copy and Notice of Mechanics Lien to the property owner.
A lien stays in the county records and on your property title until you take action to remove it. An invalid lien can make it difficult or impossible to sell, refinance, or obtain a line of credit on your property.