Pennsylvania Mechanics Lien Release

Once a Pennsylvania lien is paid, a satisfaction of the lien claim clears it from the public record. Here is when it is due, what happens if you wait, and where it is recorded.

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What a lien release is in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania law calls it a satisfaction of the lien claim (49 P.S. § 1704). It is the claimant's signed statement that the lien is paid or released, and it clears the lien of record.

A lien that stays on the record after payment can hold up a sale or a refinance. Release it promptly, even when no one has asked yet.

Document: Satisfaction of the lien claim; 49 P.S. § 1704
When to release: Within 30 days after a written request, once the claim is paid; Satisfaction is entered on the record when the costs are paid.
If you do not: The court may order the claim satisfied and impose a penalty of up to the amount of the claim (49 P.S. § 1704).
Where it is recorded: Circuit court clerk for the county
Notary: Not required; Verified by the claimant
Free blank form: Yes, PDF; Satisfaction of Mechanics' Lien Claim

When to release a paid Pennsylvania lien

Deadline after payment: Within 30 days after a written request, once the claim is paid. Satisfaction is entered on the record when the costs are paid. Source: 49 P.S. § 1704.
If you do not release it: The court may order the claim satisfied and impose a penalty of up to the amount of the claim (49 P.S. § 1704).
Where it is recorded: Record it with the circuit court clerk for the county. Bring the lien's recording number or book and page so the release can be matched to it.

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Give the prothonotary the claim's docket number when you file it.

Download a blank Pennsylvania lien release form

The Satisfaction of Mechanics' Lien Claim our service prepares, with every field left blank. PDF, free, no sign-up. Fill in the lien's recording details and your own facts before you sign it.

Source: 49 P.S. § 1704. Read the Pennsylvania lien statute. Release rules turn on facts specific to your lien. Confirm with counsel before relying on them.

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Pennsylvania lien release FAQ

What is a lien release called in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania law calls it a satisfaction of the lien claim (49 P.S. § 1704).

How soon must I release a Pennsylvania lien after I am paid?

Within 30 days after a written request, once the claim is paid. Satisfaction is entered on the record when the costs are paid. Source: 49 P.S. § 1704.

What happens if I do not release a paid lien in Pennsylvania?

The court may order the claim satisfied and impose a penalty of up to the amount of the claim (49 P.S. § 1704).

Where is a Pennsylvania lien release recorded?

Record it with the circuit court clerk for the county. Bring the lien's recording details so the release can be matched to it.

Is there a free Pennsylvania lien release form?

Yes. Download the blank Satisfaction of Mechanics' Lien Claim on this page. It is the same release our service prepares, with every field left blank. Or we prepare it for you from $49.

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This page summarizes Pennsylvania law for general information and is not legal advice. Notice and release rules depend on your role, project type and dates. Confirm them against the statute or with counsel before relying on them.