CA Civ Code Section 8414

A claimant other than a direct contractor may not enforce a lien unless the claimant records a claim of lien within the following times:

(a)

After the claimant ceases to provide work.

(b)

Before the earlier of the following times:

(1)

Ninety days after completion of the work of improvement.

(2)

Thirty days after the owner records a notice of completion or cessation.