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Unconditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment

Texas · Texas Property Code §§ 53.281–53.287

When to Use This Form
When to sign
Sign only after confirming payment has been received and cleared.
Who signs
Subcontractor, supplier, or contractor after payment clears
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UNCONDITIONAL WAIVER AND RELEASE ON PROGRESS PAYMENT
(Texas Property Code § 53.285)

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

Claimant has received payment in the amount of $_________ and waives and releases any and all claims and liens for labor done or material furnished through the through date stated 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
You have permanently waived your lien rights for that period. This is why conditional waivers exist — they protect you until payment actually clears. Never sign an unconditional waiver in exchange for a promise of payment.
Other Texas Lien Waiver Forms
Conditional Waiver and Release on Progress Payment
Sign with each progress payment application. Effective only when payment is received.
Conditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Sign with your final pay application. Effective only upon receipt and clearance of final payment.
Unconditional Waiver and Release on Final Payment
Sign only after all final payment and retainage has cleared your bank.
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.