I had a lien placed on my home for unpaid bills by my contractor to the materials supplier. The preliminary notice was placed well after the project was complete (first supplies delivered in August, completed in early October, preliminary notice placed mid November, lien placed mid December). Additionally, the lien was placed for $5000 more than the balance due by the contractor at the time it was placed. Both factors would seem to make the lien invalid. I contacted the county recorder, who stated they only record the lien and do not evaluate its validity. Are there steps I can take to have the lien declared invalid, that don't involve a prolonged legal process, excessive attorney fees, etc? Thank you for your help.