Nevada Lien Law
Nevada's mechanic's lien law rewards early notice from those not in direct contract with the owner. This chapter covers the Notice of Right to Lien and its deadline.
The Notice of Right to Lien
Nevada's mechanic's lien law is in NRS Chapter 108. A claimant who does not contract directly with the owner - a subcontractor or supplier - must serve a Notice of Right to Lien, generally within 31 days after first furnishing labor or materials (NRS 108.245), to preserve lien rights.
Why the early notice matters
Missing the 31-day notice can defeat the lien even when the claimant is clearly owed the money, so tracking the first-delivery date on every job is essential. The notice puts the owner on notice that a lower-tier party may claim a lien if it is not paid, which is exactly the protection the statute is designed to give.