I am a Home Inspector in Albuquerque NM. I performed an inspection as requested and scheduled by the prospective buyer and buyer's agent of a detached single family dwelling. During the inspection I was informed that the property owner is responsible for payment. My policy is to be paid at or before the inspection as is stated in my confirmation/quote sent out prior to the inspection date. I contacted the seller's agent after the inspection and made this policy clear and sent the agent (at his request) an invoice for payment. As you may know, the State of New Mexico is currently devising a licensing system for Home Inspectors. I am in compliance with all current state requirements but do not have as yet a state issued Home Inspector License since such a document is not yet available in New Mexico. I do have a Small Business License issued by the City of Albuquerque. Can I file a mechanic's lien if payment is not made in a timely manner?