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What type of action can I take or what type of form should I send

In our state of Idaho, we have provided rebuild service to a customer. We are outside of our mechanics lien time frame and the customer has since moved and sold his home without paying the last porton of their check, the customer was aware the money was due but then decided to spend it. What type of document should I send them or what other action items can I use to receive payment

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Mar 18, 2020

The most powerful tool for recovering payment for construction services is certainly to pursue a mechanics lien claim. But, when mechanics lien rights are no longer an option, there are still some other tools which could be helpful for getting paid. For one, sending a payment demand letter can force a customer to pay what's owed. Demand letters will usually make legal threats and set a strict deadline for when payment must be made. If the customer knows you're prepared to do what it takes to get paid, they may be more inclined to make payment. Additionally, legal claims will still be on the table even if the lien window is missed. Payment is a pretty pivotal part of every contract, so breach of contract claims may be appropriate. Or, if there was no contract, then unjust enrichment claims could be on the table too. These are just two examples, and there may well be other causes of action worth exploring. So, for more insight, it'd be wise to consult with an Idaho construction attorney. Finally, yet another option might be to send the debt to collections. If that sounds like a compelling option, here are some debt collectors who work in Idaho. And, here's an article on top collections agencies.

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