Washington Lien Waiver Guide
Washington accepts custom lien waiver forms. No statutory forms are mandated.
Key Information
Waiver Type
Non-Statutory
Filing Deadline
90 days from last furnishing labor or materials
Notice Requirements
All potential lien claimants (except prime contractors on commercial) must provide a pre-claim notice to the owner.
Key Statutes
Wash. Rev. Code §60.04.011 et seq.
Waiver Types in Washington
Conditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Waives lien rights for a specific progress payment, but only upon actual receipt of payment. Protects the claimant if the check bounces or payment fails.
Unconditional Waiver on Progress Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives lien rights for a specific progress payment amount, regardless of whether payment has actually been received.
Conditional Waiver on Final Payment
Waives all lien rights upon receipt of the final payment. The waiver is conditioned on actual receipt of the specified final payment amount.
Unconditional Waiver on Final Payment
Immediately and unconditionally waives all lien rights. This is the most comprehensive waiver and should only be signed after final payment is confirmed in your account.
Washington Lien Waiver Rules
Washington does not mandate statutory waiver forms. Custom waivers are used. Washington's pre-claim notice requirement is important for preserving lien rights. The state also requires a Notice to Customer for residential projects. Waivers should reference the specific project and payment.
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