This Contractor's Final Affidavit of Payment to Subcontractors is Contractor's Affidavit of payment to subcontractors upon completion of project. This Affidavit must be signed in front of a notary public. This Affidavit is for use in any state.
Yes, it’s best to file it right after completing your work or when you're almost finished, to stay on the right side of things and keep everything above board.
You can file it with the local building department or the county recorder’s office—make sure to check which one is applicable for your situation!
Generally, it's the contractors who file it, but homeowners might need additional documents if they're claiming a contractor hasn't delivered.
Filing it can speed up payments and establish trust with clients, showing you've done your homework and tied up loose ends.
It's important because it helps protect everyone's interests, by making sure payments are made and no one is left high and dry.
Typically, contractors and subcontractors who want to confirm they've fulfilled their obligations on a construction job need to file it.