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NY Appellate Court Enforces Pay-If-Paid Provision Against Party With No Lien Rights

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(Dewberry) contracted with the New York City Economic Development Corporations’ Build-It- Back Hurricane Sandy Program to inspect homes for structural, asbestos, and lead paint issues. Dewberry retained Entech Engineering PC (Entech) to perform pre-construction lead paint inspections of homes. Here, Entech had no lien law rights.

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Can Restoration & Remediation Contractors File a Mechanics Lien?

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The variety of services they provide can create a lot of confusion around their right to file a mechanics lien if they don’t get paid. In an attempt to make things clearer, let’s look at what type of work restoration and remediation contractors can file a lien for — and what type of work is less likely to be protected.

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Mayer Building Company for Subcontractors: Payment Guide & Resources

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Digging deeper into company processes for payment, change orders, lien waivers, and more will give you a sense of what to expect while working with them. . Upon receipt of payment, subcontractors must submit an executed lien waiver. Download Mayer Building Company’s sample lien waiver. . Progress payments & lien waivers.

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#122:  Construction Loan Disbursement Pitfalls

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A common feature of residential construction loans is the requirement for periodic inspections of the progress of work, usually by an independent inspection company hired by the bank, before disbursements are made. New Hampshire Savings Bank , 131 N.H. ” And such a voluntary undertaking is exceedingly rare.

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Assignment of Benefits for Contractors: Pros & Cons of Accepting an AOB

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An insurance carrier’s claims adjuster will inspect property damage and arrive at a dollar figure calculated to cover the cost of repairs. If the insurance company is dragging their feet, a restoration contractor can still likely file a mechanics lien on the property. AOBs and mechanics liens. Pro: Hiring a public adjuster.

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8 Ways for Contractors to Build Trust With a Homeowner

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Shady, fly-by-night contractors will promise customers the world — and they hide the fact that they can put a lien on the owner’s home. They’ll collect a few checks, perform shoddy work, and then file a lien when the customer doesn’t pay. It’s also important to educate your customer about mechanics liens. Be responsive.

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The Preconstruction Phase: Understanding the Process & Risks

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Permit and inspections. The time for performing inspections and pulling necessary permits is the preconstruction phase. Inspecting the site to perform environmental tests and surveys helps ensure the project is feasible and that an agency won’t shut the job down. As a result, it’s best to secure any fees upfront. Learn more.

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