Escrow & Title

What is a 'mechanic's lien' and how does it affect Pennsylvania property owners?

Q: What is a 'mechanic's lien' and how does it affect Pennsylvania property owners?

Under Pennsylvania's Mechanic's Lien Law (49 P.S. §1101), contractors, subcontractors, and material suppliers who provide labor or materials to improve real property may file a mechanic's lien if not paid. The lien attaches to the property and can cloud title. General contractors must give preliminary notice before commencing work; subcontractors have additional notice requirements. Lenders typically require lien waivers from contractors before advancing construction funds.

AA lien placed on a property by the county for unpaid parking tickets

BA statutory lien filed by contractors, subcontractors, or material suppliers who have not been paid for work or materials on the property✓ Correct

CA lien created when a buyer defaults on the purchase agreement

DAn encumbrance placed on a property by an adjacent landowner for damages

Explanation

Under Pennsylvania's Mechanic's Lien Law (49 P.S.

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