Maine Private Time Frames


Step 1: Notice
  • Commercial – No requirement. NACM suggests serving notice 45 days from last furnishing to prompt payment.
  • Residential – As soon as possible to trap unpaid funds.

Step 2: Lien
  • File within 90 days of last furnishing, serve owner.

Step 3: Foreclosure
  • After 30 days but within 120 days of last furnishing