No. The contract was between the HO and the general. THe sub's contract was with the general.
"It sucks for the home owner because they are paying the general contractor...
they paid the general. The sub should have gotten ahold of the general. There was no problem there. THe sub woman's just a flake.
Well, in California this is the way it is. Sucks for the homeowner.
WHAT IS A MECHANIC’S LIEN?
This section describes a mechanic’s lien and the problems it can cause property owners.
A mechanic’s lien is a “hold” against your property that, if unpaid, allows a foreclosure action, forcing the sale of your home. It is recorded with the County Recorder’s office by the unpaid contractor, subcontractor or supplier.
Sometimes liens occur when the prime contractor has not paid subcontractors or suppliers. Legally, the homeowner is ultimately responsible for payment - even if they have already paid the prime contractor.