Free Texas Lien Waiver Template & Generator
Generate compliant lien waiver documents for Texas construction projects. Texas requires statutory lien waiver forms per Tex. Prop. Code § 53.284.
- All 4 waiver types — conditional & unconditional, progress & final
- Verbatim statutory language per Tex. Prop. Code § 53.284
- Instant professional PDF download
SAMPLE
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
State of Texas — Tex. Prop. Code § 53.284
Project
Riverside Office Complex
Property Address
1234 Construction Ave
Claimant
Acme Construction LLC
456 Builder St, Suite 200
Customer / Owner
Summit Properties Inc.
Payment Amount
$25,000.00
Through Date
03/14/2026
Waiver and Release
Signature — Acme Construction LLC
Date: _______________
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Using a non-compliant waiver can void your lien rights entirely. We handle Texas-specific requirements automatically — statutory language, mandatory disclosures, the works.
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DocJoist vs. the old way
Without DocJoist
- Pay $200–500 per waiver for a lawyer to draft it
- Google for generic templates that may not be compliant
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Is it worth the risk?
Most clients pay without a problem — and that's great. But the one time a payment falls through, a non-compliant waiver means you may have no legal recourse. Texas requires specific statutory language per Tex. Prop. Code § 53.284 — a generic template won't protect you. Is that really worth risking on a $50,000 job? It takes 2 minutes to use the right form.
Choose Your Texas Waiver Type
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Waives lien rights for a specific progress payment, effective only when payment is received.
Unconditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Irrevocably waives lien rights for a specific progress payment amount.
Conditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Waives all lien rights upon receipt of the final payment.
Unconditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Irrevocably waives all lien rights - the claimant confirms final payment was received.
Texas Lien Waiver Compliance
Statutory Requirements
Texas mandates the use of statutory lien waiver forms. Using non-compliant forms may result in the waiver being unenforceable.
Governing Statute
Tex. Prop. Code § 53.284
Notarization
Texas does not require notarization of lien waivers, though it is recommended for added legal protection.
Non-Compliance Penalties
Non-compliant waivers may be unenforceable. Use of improper forms can result in the waiver being void, leaving parties exposed to lien claims and potential litigation.
Texas requires the use of statutory lien waiver forms as prescribed in Texas Property Code section 53.284. Waivers must substantially comply with the statutory language for each of the four waiver types.
Frequently Asked Questions: Texas Lien Waivers
Are Texas statutory lien waiver forms mandatory?
Yes, Texas Property Code section 53.284 requires lien waivers to substantially comply with the statutory forms.
What happens if a Texas lien waiver doesn't follow the statute?
Waivers that don't substantially comply with the statutory forms may be deemed unenforceable.
Does Texas require notarization of lien waivers?
No, Texas does not require notarization for lien waivers, though parties may choose to notarize for authentication.
Related Lien Waiver Resources
Texas Waiver Types
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