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Unconditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment

Texas · Texas Property Code §§ 53.281–53.287

When to Use This Form
When to sign
Sign only after all final payment and retainage has cleared your bank.
Who signs
Subcontractor, supplier, or contractor after confirming full final payment
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UNCONDITIONAL WAIVER AND RELEASE ON FINAL PAYMENT
(Texas Property Code § 53.287)

Project: _________________
Job No.: _________________
Owner: _________________
Claimant: _________________

Claimant has received payment in full and waives and releases any and all claims and liens for labor done or material furnished for the project referenced above.

Signature: _________________
Name/Title: _________________
Date: _________________

Fill in all blank fields before signing. In Texas, using a non-statutory form may void the waiver. No notarization required.

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Common Questions
GCs commonly condition final payment on receipt of unconditional waivers from all subs. This is standard practice — but make sure the payment is actually in your account before signing. Many contractors sign conditional final waivers with pay applications and exchange unconditional finals simultaneously with the final check.
Other Texas Lien Waiver Forms
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Sign with each progress payment application. Effective only when payment is received.
Unconditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Sign only after confirming payment has been received and cleared.
Conditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Sign with your final pay application. Effective only upon receipt and clearance of final payment.
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Legal disclaimer: The forms on this site are provided for general informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Construction lien laws are complex and vary by project type and circumstances. Always consult a licensed construction attorney before relying on any lien waiver for a real project.