Carolina Builders Corp. v. Cenit Equity Co.

In this appeal, we decide two issues: (1) the date from which the 150-day limitation period in Code § 43-4 is calculated for purposes of determining what sums can be included in a memorandum of mechanic’s lien; and (2) whether including only sums due for labor performed or materials furnished during the 150-day limitation period is a prerequisite for perfecting a mechanic’s lien, thereby invalidating a lien that includes sums due for labor performed or materials furnished prior to the 150-day period. Because we conclude that the 150-day limitation period is computed from the last day that…