NRS 108.245

Nevada Preliminary Notice (Notice of Right to Lien) — Nevada

Nevada requires subcontractors and suppliers to serve a Preliminary Notice (Notice of Right to Lien) within 31 days of first furnishing under NRS 108.245. Residential projects under NRS 108.246 add extra homeowner-disclosure requirements that cannot be waived.

Who serves it in Nevada?

Every lien claimant other than someone in direct contract with the owner — subcontractors, material suppliers, equipment rental companies, and lower-tier laborers — must serve a Preliminary Notice. On residential work, even some direct contractors must serve it.

When it must be served

Within 31 days of first furnishing labor, materials, or equipment to the project. For residential, even shorter timelines may apply under NRS 108.246.

Who gets served

Service method

Personal delivery or certified mail with return receipt requested. Service must be provable.

Threshold & lien-rights effect

Required for nearly all subcontractors, suppliers, and lower-tier participants in private Nevada construction. Residential work has stricter rules.

Read NRS 108.245 on the official statute site

Nevada Preliminary Notice FAQ

When is the Nevada Preliminary Notice due?

Within 31 days of first furnishing labor, materials, or equipment to the project. Residential work under NRS 108.246 has additional, stricter rules.

Does Nevada residential construction have special notice rules?

Yes — NRS 108.246 imposes a non-waivable notice and disclosure obligation on contractors performing residential work, including specific language that must appear in the notice.

Who does the Nevada Preliminary Notice get served on?

The property owner and the prime contractor (or whoever the claimant contracted with).

Preliminary Notices in other states

This page is general information about Nevada's Nevada Preliminary Notice (Notice of Right to Lien) (NRS 108.245) and is not legal advice. Deadlines and service rules change — verify current requirements with a licensed Nevada construction attorney before relying on them.