Owed money on a job in Michigan? LevelSet Collections prepares and files Michigan liens for general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, in any county. We're based in Carrollton, Texas, and we've filed more than 1,100 liens since 2020. You send the job details; we handle the paperwork, filing and required notices.
How filing works in Michigan
Michigan calls it a construction lien, recorded with the county register of deeds. We pull the Notice of Commencement, attach your proof of furnishing, record the claim and serve it within the 15-day window. Liens are recorded with the county register of deeds.
Michigan deadlines at a glance
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Notice of Furnishing (subs and suppliers) | 20 days after first furnishing |
| Claim of lien | 90 days after last furnishing |
| Serve claim of lien | 15 days after recording |
| Foreclosure + lis pendens | 1 year after recording |
For the full rules, who can file and common mistakes, read our Michigan lien deadline guide →
What trips people up in Michigan
- The Notice of Furnishing goes to the designee and GC named in the Notice of Commencement, not just the owner.
- Subs and suppliers must attach proof of the Notice of Furnishing to the claim of lien.
- The Homeowner Construction Lien Recovery Fund was repealed in 2010. Don't plan around it.
What we need from you
- Property address and owner name if you have it
- Who hired you and their contact info
- Your contract, bid or work order
- Unpaid invoices and the amount owed
- Your first and last day of work or delivery
- Copies of any notices you already sent
Missed the Michigan deadline?
The debt is still owed. We collect unpaid construction invoices in Michigan on contingency, 10% to 33%, with no charge if we don't collect. See construction collections →
Pricing and turnaround
Liens are $199 to $500, and that includes recording fees, notarizing and serving. Pre-lien notices are $100. Typical turnaround is 2 business days, and there's no minimum claim amount. Collections run on contingency, 10% to 33%, with no charge if we don't collect. Call (469) 694-8003, Monday through Friday, 8am to 7pm.
Other states we file in
Texas · Georgia · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana · Minnesota · Mississippi · Missouri · Montana · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Vermont · Virginia · Washington
Frequently asked questions
What is a Notice of Furnishing in Michigan?
A notice subs and suppliers serve within 20 days of first furnishing on the designee and GC named in the Notice of Commencement.
How long do I have to file in Michigan?
90 days after your last day of furnishing labor or materials.
Is the Michigan homeowner lien fund still around?
No. It was repealed in 2010.
This page is general information, not legal advice. LevelSet Collections is not a law firm; we prepare and file liens and notices as agent for the claimant. Deadlines change and depend on the facts of your job, so confirm your dates with us before relying on them.
Owed money on a Michigan job?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
