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Arizona 20-Day Preliminary Notice

Protect your lien rights on every Arizona construction project. Our preliminary notice service ensures you meet the strict 20-day deadline and preserve your right to file a mechanics lien.

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Arizona 20-Day Notice Requirements

20-Day Deadline

Must be served within 20 days of first furnishing labor or materials. Arizona has one of the strictest timelines in the country.

Who Must Send

All subcontractors, material suppliers, and equipment lessors without a direct contract with the property owner must send a notice.

Who Receives It

Must be sent to the property owner, general contractor (or reputed contractor), and construction lender if applicable.

What's Included in Our Arizona Notice Service

Property Owner Research

We research current ownership through Arizona county records

Lender Identification

We identify any construction lenders on the project

State-Compliant Notice

Notice prepared per Arizona Revised Statutes §33-992.01

Certified Mail Delivery

Sent via USPS Certified Mail with return receipt

Proof of Mailing

Downloadable proof documents for your records

Delivery Tracking

Real-time USPS tracking updates in your dashboard

Arizona's Strict 20-Day Rule

Arizona has one of the shortest preliminary notice deadlines in the nation. If you miss the 20-day window, you lose lien rights for all work performed before you sent the notice. Don't gamble with your payment—send your notice on day one.

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No hidden fees. No surprises. Professional Arizona notice service you can trust.

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$20+ per notice (+ postage)

$20–$30 per notice. No subscription, no setup fee — you only pay when you send.

Arizona Preliminary Notice FAQs

What is the deadline for Arizona preliminary notices?

In Arizona, you must serve your 20-Day Preliminary Notice within 20 days of first furnishing labor or materials. This applies to all parties except those with a direct contract with the property owner.

Who needs to send a preliminary notice in Arizona?

All subcontractors, sub-subcontractors, material suppliers, and equipment lessors who don't have a direct contract with the property owner must send a preliminary notice in Arizona.

What happens if I miss the 20-day deadline in Arizona?

If you miss the 20-day deadline, you lose your lien rights for work done before the notice was served. You can still send a late notice to protect future work, but amounts owed before the notice are unprotected.

What is an Arizona mechanics lien?

An Arizona mechanics lien is a legal claim against property for unpaid construction work or materials. It secures your right to payment and must be filed within 120 days of project completion.

Can general contractors file a mechanics lien in Arizona without a preliminary notice?

Yes, general contractors with a direct contract with the property owner are exempt from the preliminary notice requirement in Arizona. However, all subcontractors and suppliers must send one.

How do I send an Arizona preliminary notice?

Arizona preliminary notices must be served by certified mail, registered mail, or personal delivery. All American Notice handles the entire process including research, preparation, and certified mail delivery.

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