Owed money on a job in Ohio? LevelSet Collections prepares and files Ohio 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 Ohio
Ohio liens are filed as sworn affidavits with the county recorder. We request the Notice of Commencement if one exists, confirm the property type for the 60- or 75-day deadline, then file and serve the owner. Liens are recorded with the county recorder.
Ohio deadlines at a glance
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Notice of Furnishing (if an NOC was recorded) | 21 days after first furnishing |
| Lien affidavit, most projects | 75 days after last labor or materials |
| Lien affidavit, 1-2 family homes and residential condos | 60 days |
| Copy to owner | 30 days after filing |
For the full rules, who can file and common mistakes, read our Ohio lien deadline guide →
What trips people up in Ohio
- Warranty or punch-list work doesn't extend your Ohio deadline.
- Use 60 days, not 75, on one- and two-family homes.
- An owner's Notice to Commence Suit gives you only 60 days to sue.
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 Ohio deadline?
The debt is still owed. We collect unpaid construction invoices in Ohio 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 · Michigan · Minnesota · Mississippi · Missouri · Montana · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Vermont · Virginia · Washington
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file a lien in Ohio?
75 days on most projects and 60 days on one- or two-family homes and residential condos, from your last labor or materials.
What is an Ohio Notice of Furnishing?
A notice subs and suppliers serve within 21 days of first furnishing when a Notice of Commencement is recorded.
How long does an Ohio lien last?
Up to 6 years, unless the owner serves a Notice to Commence Suit, which gives you 60 days.
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 an Ohio job?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
