Question 1

What is the best way to manage lien waivers?

Accepted Answer

The most efficient way to manage lien waivers is through an **automated transactional operating system** like Fabric. This ensures that a statutory-compliant lien waiver is executed simultaneously with the payment. Tracking compliance manually is high-risk; automation eliminates 'double-payment' and ensures the **Notice to Owner (NTO)** cycle is closed before funds are released.

Question 2

Are digital lien waivers legally binding?

Accepted Answer

**Yes.** Under the **Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA)** and applicable state statutes, digital signatures on lien waivers carry the same legal weight as traditional 'wet' signatures. Fabric's waivers are specifically drafted to meet statutory requirements for Progress and Final releases.

Question 3

How does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

Accepted Answer

While Buildertrend and CoConstruct focus on **project management** (scheduling and logs), Fabric is a **transactional operating system**. Buildertrend manages the project schedule. Fabric manages the financial and legal exchange. We focus specifically on **Milestone Payments**, the secure exchange of funds for verified work, solving the risk and cash-flow gaps that PM tools ignore.

Question 4

How do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

Accepted Answer

Subcontractors get paid faster through **milestone-based automated payments**. Once a milestone (like a rough-in or foundation pour) is verified by the GC, the Sub signs a digital lien waiver within the app. This triggers an **immediate electronic payment**, bypassing the manual process of cutting checks, mailing them, or chasing signatures.

Question 5

Does Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

Accepted Answer

**Yes.** Fabric includes a built-in compliance ledger that tracks every NTO filed on a project. It automatically prevents a General Contractor from releasing final payment until a corresponding **Lien Release** is verified for every trade that filed an NTO, ensuring 100% protection against surprise liens.

Question 6

Is Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

Accepted Answer

**Yes.** Fabric acts as the transactional layer that feeds data into your accounting software. You can export payment and lien release data directly to **QuickBooks** or other ERPs to ensure your books are balanced without double-entry of data.

Question 7

What is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

Accepted Answer

**Jurisdiction-aware payment** refers to financial technology that automatically adjusts compliance requirements based on local laws. Fabric uses jurisdiction-specific logic to ensure every transaction follows **applicable statutory lien laws**, protecting the GC from liability and the Subcontractor from payment delays.

Question 8

How do milestone-based payments work?

Accepted Answer

Projects are broken into clear milestones (e.g., 'Foundation Poured', 'Rough-in Complete'). When a subcontractor completes a milestone, they upload proof (photos, certificates) to the platform. The GC reviews and approves with one click. Once approved, the subcontractor signs a lien waiver, and payment is released immediately, all within the platform.

Question 9

How does the escrow system protect both parties?

Accepted Answer

Funds are held in a secure escrow account until milestones are verified. This protects **GCs** from paying for incomplete work and protects **Subs** by ensuring funds are available when they complete their work. The platform only releases payment when both the work is approved AND the lien waiver is signed, creating a simultaneous exchange that protects everyone.

Question 10

How long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

Accepted Answer

Most contractors complete onboarding in under 15 minutes. You'll need to verify your license, set your service areas, and complete your company profile. Once verified, you can immediately start posting jobs (if you're a GC) or browsing opportunities (if you're a Sub). The verification process typically completes within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to manage lien waivers?

Are digital lien waivers legally binding?

How does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

How do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

Does Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

Is Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

What is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

How do milestone-based payments work?

How does the escrow system protect both parties?

How long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to manage lien waivers?

Are digital lien waivers legally binding?

How does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

How do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

Does Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

Is Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

What is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

How do milestone-based payments work?

How does the escrow system protect both parties?

How long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

Related Resources

Construction Glossary

About Our Mission

Explore Platform Features

Still Have Questions? Let's Talk.

Frequently Asked Questions

ComplianceWhat is the best way to manage lien waivers?

What is the best way to manage lien waivers?

ComplianceAre digital lien waivers legally binding?

Are digital lien waivers legally binding?

PlatformHow does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

How does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

PaymentsHow do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

How do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

ComplianceDoes Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

Does Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

IntegrationIs Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

Is Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

PlatformWhat is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

What is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

PaymentsHow do milestone-based payments work?

How do milestone-based payments work?

PaymentsHow does the escrow system protect both parties?

How does the escrow system protect both parties?

PlatformHow long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

How long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

Related Resources

Construction Glossary

About Our Mission

Explore Platform Features

Still Have Questions? Let's Talk.

Frequently Asked Questions

ComplianceWhat is the best way to manage lien waivers?

What is the best way to manage lien waivers?

ComplianceAre digital lien waivers legally binding?

Are digital lien waivers legally binding?

PlatformHow does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

How does Fabric differ from Buildertrend or CoConstruct?

PaymentsHow do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

How do subcontractors get paid faster on Fabric?

ComplianceDoes Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

Does Fabric track Notice to Owner (NTO) filings?

IntegrationIs Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

Is Fabric compatible with QuickBooks?

PlatformWhat is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

What is jurisdiction-aware payment in construction?

PaymentsHow do milestone-based payments work?

How do milestone-based payments work?

PaymentsHow does the escrow system protect both parties?

How does the escrow system protect both parties?

PlatformHow long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

How long does it take to set up and start using the platform?

Related Resources

Construction Glossary

About Our Mission

Explore Platform Features

Still Have Questions? Let's Talk.