Cullman County Probate Office Mechanics Lien Filing

Guide to filing construction documents in Cullman County, Alabama

Contractors and suppliers working on a project within Cullman County should get familiar with the Cullman County Probate Office. This is the office that records documents related to the property, including mechanics liens and notices.

This page contains all of the information construction businesses need to file liens and other documents with the Cullman County Probate Office, including locations, hours, fees, form downloads, and more..

The mechanics lien rules in Alabama can be complex. Before recording a lien in Cullman County, read Filing a Lien in Alabama: A Step-by-Step Guide to make sure you understand the process, and common mistakes.

Download Cullman County Probate Office Forms:

• Alabama Claim of Lien Form
• Alabama Notice to Owner Before Work Form
• Alabama Release of Lien Form

Lien FAQs for Cullman County

What types of documents can I file at the Cullman County Probate Office?

This office records a variety of property-related documents, including:
Mechanics lien
Lien release
UCC

Which office records mechanics liens in Cullman County, Alabama?

E-Filing

What is the deadline to file a lien claim in Cullman County, Alabama?

In Alabama, your deadline to file a mechanics lien is dependent upon your role in the project. In general:
General contractors have 6 months to file a lien after the date of last furnishing. Subcontractors and suppliers have 120 days to file after date of last furnishing.

What are the Cullman County Probate Office fees to file a lien?

Here are the costs to file a mechanics lien in Cullman County, Alabama:
$4.50 first page $2.50 each additional page

Recording offices do update their fee structure periodically. We recommend contacting the Cullman County Probate Office to verify the recording costs, especially before mailing a document.

Visit the Cullman County Probate Office fees page for the latest information.

How do I release a lien in Cullman County once I’ve been paid?

To cancel a lien previously recorded with the Cullman County Probate Office, you will need to record a lien release.
Lien release fee:
$4.50 first page $2.50 each additional page.

How do I get copies of documents from the Cullman County Probate Office?

In Cullman County, filed documents are public record. Copies of mechanics liens and other property documents are available upon request from the Cullman County Probate Office.