Guide to filing a mechanics lien in Hill County

Where is the Hill County Recorder's Office that files mechanics liens?

You can file your mechanics liens in person at the Hill County Clerk’s office located at:

80 North Waco Street, 1st Floor
Hillsboro, TX 76645

Phone: 254-582-4030
Fax: 254-582-4003

Email: countyclerk@co.hill.tx.us

What is Hill County's Recording Backlog?

The Hill County Clerk does not publicly disclose information on recording backlog.

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

If the project is located in Hill county, then yes, you will want to record your lien with the Hill County, Texas Recorder’s office.

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

A document may be filed with the Hill County Clerk’s Office if it meets the following recording requirements: original documents with original signatures; printing is clear and legible; parties required to sign have done so before a notary and that notary has also signed, sealed, and dated the document.

You must leave 1 inch at the top and at the bottom of each document to allow for the County Clerk’s recording information. Notary seals need to be clear and dark enough for recording.

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

Each document must have 1 inch at the top and at the bottom of each document to allow for the Hill County Clerk’s recording information.

How can I make payment to the Hill County Recorder?

You can make payment to the Hill County Recorder when submitting your lien to the office. The Hill County Recorder accepts cash, check, Visa, Discover, and Mastercard.

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

The Hill County Clerk’s recording fee is $26.00 for the first page and $4.00 for each additional page.

Additional Recording Fees

Indexing Fee: $0.25 for each name in excess of 5 to be indexed

Copy Fees

Plain Copies: $1.00
Certified Copy: $5.00 per document

How do I get a recorded copy of my lien from Hill County's Recorders Office?

You can obtain a recorded copy of your lien in person at the Hill County Clerk’s office located at:

80 North Waco Street, 1st Floor
Hillsboro, TX 76645

Phone: 254-582-4030
Fax: 254-582-4003

Email: countyclerk@co.hill.tx.us

You can also search Hill County’s Land Records online at http://www.countygovernmentrecords.com/

Records are made available to the public for property searches.

Copy Fees

Plain Copies: $1.00
Certified Copy: $5.00 per document

Do I have the right to file a mechanics lien in Hill, Texas?

Determining if you have the right to file a lien in Hill County, Hill can be complicated. Texas has one of the most complex lien laws in the U.S. and filing a lien in Hill is no different. Generally, construction contractors who

1) furnish labor or materials
2) send all required documents before filing a lien, such as monthly notices
3) if a homestead, have a proper written contract
4) and meet any state deadlines and fees for your lien claim.

You can learn more about Mechanics Liens in Texas and more specific requirements for filing a lien overall in our step by step guide.

Do I have to send a monthly notice to file a lien in Hill County, Texas?

Yes, you will need to have sent a Texas Preliminary Notice (monthly notices) to be able to file a lien in Hill County, TX. Not sending the correct Texas Monthly Notice may result in an invalid lien claim at the time of filing with the Hill County Recorder / Assessor.