Torquay is a resort town on steep ground, and that shapes the work. Much of the building activity is redevelopment: older hotels and villas replaced by apartments, town centre regeneration around the harbour, and extensions to care and healthcare buildings near Torbay Hospital. Sites are tight, lorries reverse onto residential streets, and neighbours notice mud quickly.
The A380 South Devon Highway brings traffic from Exeter and Newton Abbot to the edge of town, where the A3022 continues along the bay. Edginswell Business Park and the trade and retail units along the Newton Road corridor account for most of the commercial sweeping, while seafront car parks and promenades need attention before and after the main visitor season.
Coverage across Torquay and the surrounding area
Babbacombe, St Marychurch, Chelston, Shiphay, Barton, Wellswood and the harbour area are all covered from a Torquay enquiry, as are Kingskerswell and the villages just inland. Paignton and Brixham are a short run along the bay. Summer traffic slows everything down, so morning starts and advance booking are advisable, and availability is always confirmed first.