PRIVATE:
The notice must be received before the final notice is received, and less than 180 days after payment became due for final delivery of materials. However, we recommend sending the notice as soon as possible because the lien claim is limited to the amount of the general contract price still unpaid at the time the notice is received by the owner.
PUBLIC:
There are no statutory requirements for a preliminary notice. If a bond is provided, obtain a copy of it and find out the requirements.