Delaware Private Time Frames


Step 1: Notice
  • No Requirement. NACM suggests serving notice 45 days from last furnishing to prompt payment.
  • There are no provisions for lien rights on rental equipment in Delaware.

Step 2: Lien
  • Prime Contractor: Statement of claim within 180 days after the completion of the structure.
  • Others: Statement of claim within 120 days of last furnishing.

Step 3: Foreclosure
  • The proceedings to recover the amount of any claim shall be by writ of scire facias. (an order for the owner to appear before the court).
  • In essence foreclosure and the filing of the statement of claim (lien) are concurrent.