Owed money on a job in Vermont? LevelSet Collections prepares and files Vermont 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 Vermont
Vermont is unusual: liens go to the town clerk, and the clock starts when payment came due. We confirm the due date from your contract or invoice terms and record the notice of lien with the right town. Liens are recorded with the town clerk where the property sits.
Vermont deadlines at a glance
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Notice to owner (subs and suppliers) | No fixed deadline; send early |
| Record notice of lien | 180 days after payment came due for the last work |
| Suit + attachment | 180 days after recording |
| Record judgment | 5 months after judgment |
For the full rules, who can file and common mistakes, read our Vermont lien deadline guide →
What trips people up in Vermont
- Vermont liens are recorded with the town clerk, not a county office.
- Within 180 days you must both sue and attach the property.
- The lien is capped at what the owner still owed when your notice arrived.
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 Vermont deadline?
The debt is still owed. We collect unpaid construction invoices in Vermont 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 · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Virginia · Washington
Frequently asked questions
Where are Vermont liens recorded?
With the town clerk where the property is located.
When does the Vermont deadline start?
When payment came due for your last labor or materials, not your last day of work.
Do subs need to notify the owner in Vermont?
Yes. Subs and suppliers must give written notice, and the lien is capped at what the owner owed when it arrived.
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 Vermont job?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
