Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Lincoln County

When it comes to filing a mechanics lien, there’s no such thing as too much research. If you’re preparing to file a mechanics lien with the Lincoln County Recorder’s Office, this page helps you orient yourself with Nevada’s lien laws and Lincoln County’s recording requirements.

Before we get into the frequently asked questions, here are some of the most important lien laws in Nevada:

  1. Some parties may not be able to file a lien claim after a construction project in Nevada. This includes material suppliers and unlicensed contractors.
  2. The deadline to file a mechanics lien in Nevada is quick. Usually, lien claimants have 90 days after last work or the project’s completion to file a a mechanics lien claim.
  3. Lien claimants must adhere to Nevada’s preliminary notice requirements. You must send a preliminary notice to the property owner within 31 days of first work in order to preserve your right to lien in Nevada.

To learn more about Nevada’s lien laws and limitations, take a look at our Nevada Mechanics Lien Law FAQ. For a breakdown of Nevada’s preliminary notice requirements, visit our page dedicated to Nevada Preliminary Notices.

The rest of this page contains useful information about the Lincoln County Recorder’s Office. Below, you’ll find the recording requirements, formatting requirements, and recording fees and copy fees in Lincoln County, Nevada. You can find links to Lincoln Conunty’s Public Records and links to eFile your lien with Levelset on this page.

Lastly, check out our Step-by-Step Guide to Filing a Mechanics Lien in Nevada if you’re looking for a detailed explanation of the mechanics lien process in Nevada.

Where is the Lincoln County Recorder's Office that files mechanics lies?

You can record your mechanics lien in Lincoln County, Nevada at the Lincoln County Recorder’s Office located at:

181 Main St
Pioche, Nevada, 89043
Phone: 775-962-8076
Fax: 775-962-5482

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

What is Lincoln County's recording backlog?

The County Recorder doesn’t publicly disclose information regarding their recording backlogs.

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

If the project is located in Lincoln County, then you need to file your mechanics lien in Lincoln County.

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

The Lincoln County Recorder follows the State of Nevada’s recording requirements:

  1. All documents to be recorded in Lincoln County must be printed on 20 pound, white, 8.5 x 11 inch paper.
  2. The top of the first page must have a 3×3 inch square in the top right hand corner and a 1 inch margin on the sides and bottom.
  3. The following 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 at the top, sides, or bottom.
  6. Pages must not have any other documents or materials attached to them.
  7. Mechanics liens presented for recording may not have any highlighter markings of any kind.
  8. Text may be no 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 Lincoln County?

The formatting requirements for mechanics liens in Lincoln County, Nevada are as follows:

  1. Pages must be 8.5 x 11 in size.
  2. The top of the first page must have a 3×3 inch square in the top right hand corner.
  3. The first page must also have a 1 inch margin on the sides and bottom.
  4. Subsequent pages must have a 1 inch margin on all sides.
  5. Font size may be no smaller than 10 point Times New Roman.
  6. There may be no more than 9 lines of text per vertical inch.

How can I make payment to the Lincoln County Recorder?

The County Recorder accepts these forms of payment:

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit and debit

Note that all credit transactions will have a fee of $2.00 or 2.50% applied to them (whichever is greater). Electronic checks will also have a flat fee of $3.00.

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

The fee schedule for the Lincoln County Recorder’s Office in Nevada is as follows:

Recording fees

Recording a mechanics lien in Lincoln County, Nevada costs a flat fee of $37.

Copies

Copies in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County Recorder's Office?

To obtain a recorded copy of your mechanics lien in Lincoln County, Nevada, you have two options:

In Person

Go to the Recorder’s Office at:

181 Main St
Pioche, Nevada, 89043
Phone: 775-962-8076
Fax: 775-962-5482

Online

You can also search Lincoln County’s Public Records at this address:

http://recording.lincolncountynv.org/DigitalResearchRoom

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

The majority of participants on a construction project have strong lien rights in Nevada. Generally, if you provided $500 or more in labor and materials, you’ll be able to file a mechanics lien with little to no issue.

However, material suppliers and unlicensed contractors may not have the right to file in Nevada.

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

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