“It’s such a relief” - Laburnum Road finally getting resurfaced after years of pothole complaints
- Melissa Wade
- Mar 11
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 12
Residents of Laburnum Road in Redcar are celebrating this week as the road finally undergoes a resurfacing.
This comes after years of complaints about nuisance and unsightly potholes.
David Thompson, 59, bus driver, said: “It’s been a nightmare. I always have to drive slowly to avoid the worst of the potholes.
“The road has gotten so bad, the council recently had to put signs up warning people of the potholes.”
“It has been so inconvenient, so I am thrilled that we can finally look forward to a smooth ride.”
A temporary road closure will be in operation for the resurfacing, which will begin on Wednesday 11th March, and is due to be completed after 3 weekdays.
The work is to be carried out by Tarmac on behalf of Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
They are scheduled to resurface Laburnum Road from Borough Road to the junction of Cedar Grove, targeting all the damage parts of the road.
Residents have been asked to move their cars to allow the workers access to the road.
Potholes typically occur when the road surface deteriorates due to various factors such as temperature changes, water seepage, and repeated traffic impact.
The combination of these factors weakens the road surface, leading to the formation of these depressions or holes.
RAC data reveals that drivers in England and Wales encounter an average of 6 potholes per mile, with the cost of pothole damage to vehicles averaging £590, and more severe repairs often running much higher.
Potholes cause significant damage to vehicles, ranging from immediate issues like flat tyres, bent wheels, and damage to suspension.
They also pose serious safety risks to cyclists, causing potential accidents when they cycle over them.
Residents here have dealt with these problems for years.
Emily Carter, 32, nurse, said: “I was genuinely worried about my car’s suspension every time I drove down our road.
“It’s such a relief that the council are fixing it.”
Elizabeth Brown, 70, retired, said: “It’s not just about the damage to cars; it’s about safety too.
“I've seen cyclists swerve to avoid the potholes, and it was only a matter of time before someone got hurt.
“I’m so happy the council is finally taking action.”
The road will be closed from 8am-4.30pm for 3 days until it is completed.
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