Its not uncommon for contractors to send you a "warning" notice that they can place a mechanics lien against your property if they were a subcontractor who provided supplies or workmanship on your project. Getting that letter is a eye opener and a surprise when you read it...but if you are dealling with a reputable Gneeral COntractor not to worry. Even so I would require in the contract or aat a minimum request from your general contractor before final payment that he provide a notarized clearance form stating that all subs were paid. BTW, this clearance form would be best if signed by all subs who worked on your property but you may not know all the subs who provided material or work.
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