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; INSTALLATION The hot asphalt is applied with a paving machine. This machine operates on the same principle of those used on freeways. It lays a mat of asphalt of uniform consistency. The mat is then rolled to density while hot (2500F). To gain this density the roller "squeezes" the mat to a thickness of 3 inches. It is important to note that even at a maximum density, the aggregate or stones may be seen near the surface. In areas where the material is installed by hand, the aggregate can be seen more prominently. This situation is certainly a normal one. In fact the more coarse aggregate in the asphalt mix, the stronger it is, the longer it will stand up and the less maintenance it will require. CRACKING In Minnesota, the frost penetrates the ground as deep as 3 to 4 feet. The ground, when frozen this deep, will heave sometimes as much as 1 or 2 inches. An asphalt mat will give or move to a certain extent, then it will crack and separate. These cracks are generally quite straight and go clear across the surface of the lot or driveway. The crack can be seen continuing into the lawn away from the pavement. No matter how strong the asphalt pavement is constructed, Mother Nature is stronger. Even our best highways acquire many expansion cracks. We suggest that these cracks be left alone as they will close up to a certain extent in the spring. The highway department fills them because of the extreIl)e level of high speed traffic. In past years we have not had a problem with breakup due to these expansion cracks. GUARANTEE We guarantee all of our driveways for two years against defective materials and workmanship, including: 1. Excessive cracking due to faulty installation or materials. Note: asphalt driveways will acquire expansion cracks due to severe freezing like Minnesota's best asphalt highways acquire. This is a normal situation in this climate and is not essentially detrimental to the life expectancy of a residential driveway. When a new mat is laid over an existing asphalt or concrete driveway, cracks from the existing driveway may reappear on the new drive. 2. Chuckholes and breakup. 3. Faulty mix. Our guarantee does not cover inconsistencies in asphalt texture; settling due to previous excavation or back filling; holes due to asphalt enemies such as gas, oil, antifreeze, turpentine, or other petroleum products spilled on the asphalt; tire marks, bicycle kick stands, heel indents, ladders or other sharp objects. Guarantee does not cover water puddles without a 1.5% grade for drainage. Salt will not harm asphalt in any way. NOTICE OF LIEN RIGHTS PERSONS OR COMPANIES FURNISHING LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF REAL PROPERTY MAY ENFORCE A LIEN UPON THE IMPROVED LAND IF THEY ARE NOT PAID FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS, EVEN IF SUCH PARTIES HAVE NO CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIP WITH THE OWNER. MINNESOTA LAW PERMITS THE OWNER TO WITHHOLD FROM HIS CONTRACTOR AS MUCH OF THE CONTRACT PRICE AS MAY BE NECESSARY TO MEET DEMANDS OF ALL LIEN CLAIMANTS, PAY DIRECTLY SUCH LIENS AND DEDUCT THE COST OF THEM FROM THE CONTRACT PRICE, OR WITHHOLD AMOUNTS FROM HIS CONTRACTOR UNTIL THE EXPIRATION OF ONE HUNDRED TWENTY (120) DAYS FROM THE COMPLETION OF SUCH IMPROVEMENTS UNLESS THE CON- TRACTOR FURNISHES TO THE OWNER WAIVERS OF CLAIMS FROM MECHANICS' LIENS SIGNED BY PERSONS WHO FURNISHED LABOR OR MATERIALS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT AND WHO PROVIDED THE OWNER WITH TIMELY NOTICE. THE OWNER HEREBY WAIVES ALL FURTHER REQUIREMENTS OF NOTICE UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTE 514.011. Grade Date Blacktop Date J9