Which statement about waivers is correct?

Which statement about waivers is correct?

• A. Waivers should be requested after payment to avoid conflicts
• B. Waivers should be requested before any work begins
• C. Waivers should be requested only for materials supplied by subcontractors
• D. Waivers should be requested so prime contractor and others will not file liens

Answer: (D)

Waivers are documents that release lien rights in exchange for payment, protecting the project from mechanic’s liens and keeping the title clear. The correct statement captures the purpose: obtaining waivers so the prime contractor and other parties won’t file liens once payment is made. In practice, you request waivers from everyone who could claim a lien—prime contractor, subcontractors, and material suppliers—so their lien rights are released as payment is delivered. This helps prevent future claims against the property and reduces risk for the owner and the project. Waivers aren’t limited to materials from subcontractors, and they’re most effective when tied to actual payment, not delayed for no reason.

Waivers are documents that release lien rights in exchange for payment, protecting the project from mechanic’s liens and keeping the title clear. The correct statement captures the purpose: obtaining waivers so the prime contractor and other parties won’t file liens once payment is made. In practice, you request waivers from everyone who could claim a lien—prime contractor, subcontractors, and material suppliers—so their lien rights are released as payment is delivered. This helps prevent future claims against the property and reduces risk for the owner and the project. Waivers aren’t limited to materials from subcontractors, and they’re most effective when tied to actual payment, not delayed for no reason.