Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Ware County

Where is the Ware County Recorder's Office that files mechanic liens?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Ware County Clerk of Court’s Office located at:

800 Church Street
Suite 124
Waycross, GA 31501

Office Telephone: 912-287-4340

What is Ware County's Recording Backlog?

The Ware County County Clerk of Court’s Office does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

Should I file my mechanics lien in Ware County?

If your construction project is located in Ware County, then yes, you should file your lien here.

What are the margin & page size requirements to file a lien in Ware County?

What are the filing fees to record a mechanics lien in Ware County?

The Ware County County Clerk of Court’s recording fees are as follows:

Lien Fees

General Execution or Lien Recording: $5.00 first page,
$2.00 for each additional page plus $2.00 for cross-indexing, if required

Cancellation or Release or GED: $5.00 for first page plus $2.00 for cross-indexing

Hospital Lien, Hospital Lien Cancellation or Release: $5.00 for first page, $2.00 for each additional page plus $2.00 for cross-indexing, if required

Federal Tax Lien or Federal Tax Lien Discharge: $5.00 for first page
$2.00 for each additional page plus $2.00 for cross-indexing, if required

Federal Tax Lien Release or Subordination: $5.00 for first page
$2.00 for each additional page plus $2.00 for cross-indexing, if required

Personal Property Lien (Non-UCC): $5.00 for first page,
$2.00 for each additional page

Real Estate Notice Filing (UCC-2): $10.00 for the first page
$2.00 for each additional page

Copy Fees

Document Copies, Non-certified: $0.25 per page

Document Copies, Non-certified: $1.00 if assistance is required

Document Copies, Certified or Exemplified: $2.50 for first page, $0.50 for each additional page

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from the Ware County Recorder's Office?

You can file your mechanic liens in person at the Ware County Clerk of Court’s Office located at:

800 Church Street
Suite 124
Waycross, GA 31501

Office Telephone: 912-287-4340

Copy fees are as follows:

Document Copies, Non-certified: $0.25 per page
Document Copies, Non-certified: $1.00 if assistance is required
Document Copies, Certified or Exemplified: $2.50 for first page, $0.50 for each additional page

You can also search Ware County’s Lien Index online at: https://search.gsccca.org/Lien/lienindex.asp

Every user must have an account to view and print images. The monthly charge for a regular account is $11.95. The cost to subscribe for a Single-Use account is a one-time activation fee of $5.00. However, a Single-Use account can be upgraded to a Regular account any time before the account expires.

The images may be viewed without charge and may be printed for a charge of $0.50 per page. Any method of accessing the images other than by printing is strictly prohibited.

What is the fee to file a Georgia Preliminary Notice in Ware County?

The fee to file a Real Estate Notice in Ware County, Georgia is $10.00 for the first page and $2.00 for each additional page.