Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Eureka County

If you need to file a mechanics lien in Eureka County, you’ll need to record your lien claim with the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder’s Office. Before you begin preparing your lien claim, you should familiarize yourself with Nevada lien law and Eureka County’s recording requirements to make sure you don’t make any mistakes that delay payment even further. This page compiles valuable information that helps you avoid those mistakes.

Before we get into Eureka County’s requirements, here are some key features of Nevada lien law:

  1. Some parties don’t have lien rights in Nevada. This includes suppliers and unlicensed contractors who are doing work that requires them to have a license.
  2. Mechanics lien deadlines in Nevada are short. The deadline to file a mechanics lien in Nevada is normally 90 days after last work or the completion of the project.
  3. You need to adhere to the preliminary notice requirements in Nevada. All lien claimants must submit a preliminary notice to the property owner in order to preserve their right to file a mechanics lien.

Learn more about these rules along with others on our Nevada Mechanics Lien Law FAQ. Read about Nevada’s preliminary notice requirements on our page that covers Nevada Preliminary Notices.

Below are the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder’s recording requirements, formatting requirements, recording fees, copy fees, contact information, and more. You can also use this page to access Eureka County’s Public Records where you can search for recorded documents.

If you’re looking for a detailed explanation of Nevada lien law, check out our Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Mechanics Lien in Nevada. You can also find links to eFile your lien with Levelset in just a few clicks there.

Where is the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder's Office that files mechanics lies?

You can record your mechanics lien in Eureka County at the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder’s Office at:

10 S Main St
Eureka, NV 89316
P.O. Box 694
Phone: (775) 237-5263
Fax: (775) 237-5614

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm

You can also send document requests to that address.

What is Eureka County's recording backlog?

The Eureka County Clerk-Recorder doesn’t publicly disclose information regarding recording backlogs.

Should my mechanics lien be filed in Eureka County, or some other county?

If the project is located in Eureka County, then you need to file your mechanics lien with the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder.

What are Eureka County's requirements for recording a mechanics lien?

The recording requirements at the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder are as follows:

  1. Mechanics liens must be printed on 8.5 x 11 paper.
  2. The first page must have a 3×3 inch square in the top right hand corner with a 1 inch margin on the sides and bottom.
  3. Subsequent pages must have a 1 inch margin on the top, sides, and bottom.
  4. Pages must be single-sided.
  5. Pages may not be bound together.
  6. Pages must not have any other documents or materials attached to them.
  7. Highlighter markings are prohibited.
  8. Text may not be smaller than 10 point Times New Roman.
  9. There may be no more than 9 lines of text per vertical inch.

Additionally, you should include this information in your lien claim:

  1. Your basic information, as well as the basic information of the property owner, the hiring party, and your attorney (if applicable).
  2. The lien amount.
  3. A statement for the contract terms and the payment information for the construction project.

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

The margin and page size requirements for the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder are as follows:

  1. Pages may be no larger than 8.5 x 11.
  2. Pages may not be double-sided.
  3. Font size may be no smaller than 10 point.
  4. There may be no more than 9 lines of text per vertical inch.
  5. Highlighter marks are prohibited
  6. Mechanics liens must be printed in black ink.

How can I make payment to the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder?

The Eureka County Clerk-Recorder’s Office accepts these forms of payment:

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit and debit

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

The recording fees and copy fees for the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder’s Office are as follows:

Recording

Recording a mechanics lien in Eureka County costs a flat fee of $35.

Copies

Copies in Eureka County cost $1 per page, and certification of copies costs $4 per document.

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

You can get a recorded copy of your mechanics lien in Eureka County any one of three ways:

In Person

You can go to the Eureka County Clerk-Recorder’s Office in person at:

10 S Main St
Eureka, NV 89316
Phone: (775) 237-5263
Fax: (775) 237-5614

By Mail

You can send a document request by mail to the Clerk-Recorder’s Office at:

10 S Main St
Eureka, NV 89316
P.O. Box 694

Online

Lastly, you can search Eureka County’s Public Records online at:

https://recording.eurekacountynv.gov/DigitalResearchRoomPublic/

Do I have the right to file a mechanics lien in Eureka County, NV?

If you furnished $500 or more in labor and materials for the construction project, you most likely have lien rights in Nevada.

However, not everyone on the project has the right to file. Material suppliers and unlicensed contractors may not have lien rights in Nevada.

What is the deadline to file a mechanics lien in Eureka County?

The deadline to file a mechanics lien in Nevada is usually 90 days after last work or the official completion of the construction project.