What written notice period must a contractor provide to the owner before stopping work due to non-payment?

In Arizona, a contractor is mandated to provide a written notice to the owner before halting work due to non-payment. The specific requirement is that the contractor must give at least 7 calendar days' notice. This notice period is designed to allow the owner an opportunity to remedy the situation by making the necessary payment, thereby avoiding any disruption to the ongoing work.

By enforcing this notice period, Arizona law aims to balance the rights and responsibilities of both contractors and property owners, ensuring that contractors have a clear recourse in cases of non-payment while giving owners a chance to address payment issues.