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Cladding replacement is one of the most significant building safety undertakings a responsible entity can face. It is complex, costly, and – when done correctly
New funding is now available for eligible residential buildings under 11 metres in England, delivered by Homes England through the Cladding Safety Scheme. Published in
Fire prevention rarely gets discussed in terms of what happens to a building’s structure during a fire. Most people think about escape routes, alarms, and
For many building owners and managers, waking watch arrived as an unexpected and significant cost. In the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower fire, thousands of
Complex building safety projects often involve multiple considerations, from understanding existing construction systems and identifying suitable solutions through to managing delivery challenges and maintaining quality throughout the works.
Fire compartmentation is one of the most important elements of any building’s fire safety strategy. It is also one of the most frequently misunderstood. Many
Fire prevention is a broad responsibility. It covers everything from fire risk assessments and fire door inspections through to the maintenance of systems most building
Today, successful remediation programmes depend on housing providers, principal contractors, specialist contractors, fire engineers, regulators and residents working together towards a shared goal of creating safer homes.
We’re pleased to welcome Rhiannon to Isoler as our new Compliance Manager, strengthening our growing compliance team as we continue to support clients with their building safety and compliance requirements.
We’re proud to announce the successful award of a new framework win with believe housing to deliver passive fire protection works across its housing portfolio in the North East.
We’re pleased to announce the promotion of Ben Dunwoodie to Assistant Quantity Surveyor, recognising the progress, dedication, and development he has shown during his time at Isoler.
We’re delighted to welcome Rose Miller to Isoler as our new Assistant Project Manager, further strengthening our project delivery team.
We’re proud to be delivering a comprehensive 5-year framework agreement for Crest Nicholson, covering all aspects of fire remediation works.
We’re pleased to welcome Dan Clark to Isoler as our new Joinery Division Project Manager, strengthening our delivery capability across fire door and remedial works projects.
Isoler is proud to announce the successful award of a 4-year framework with Karbon Homes and 54North to deliver fire safety improvements to homes across the Northeast of England and Yorkshire.
Isoler was proud to support Gentoo Group in their Easter campaign, helping to make a positive difference to customers and communities during the seasonal period.
Fire safety compliance is one of those topics that gets discussed constantly, yet is frequently misunderstood. Many building owners believe they are meeting their legal
At Isoler, we’re proud to recognise the people who go the extra mile to deliver an exceptional experience for our clients and their communities and Jackie Carr is a perfect example of this.
Isoler is proud to announce its appointment to two lots on the London Construction Programme’s £3 billion framework, marking a major milestone for the business and its Southern operations.
We’re excited to announce that Ian Thompson has been appointed Contracts Manager at Isoler, marking an exciting step forward for both Ian and the business as we continue to grow across the construction and fire safety sectors.
Getting a fire risk assessment carried out is an important step. But for many building owners and managers, it is also where the process stalls.
Over the past two and a half years, Isoler Ltd has undergone a period of significant growth and transformation, strengthening its position within the passive fire protection sector.
We’re proud to announce that Isoler has officially received Training Provider Recognition from the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP).
It starts with something small. A spark from a faulty electrical unit in a plant room, or a pan left unattended in a staff kitchen.
We’re delighted to share some fantastic news from the team here at Isoler. Our work at Hedworth Court in Sunderland has been shortlisted for the
We were delighted to welcome the Prosper team to our Fire Integrity Training Facility to take part in our Fundamentals of Fire Safety Systems course.
We’re delighted to announce the promotion of Nichol Gilstin to Operations Director at Isoler, marking an exciting new chapter for both Nichol and the business.
Fire safety is never something to cut corners. But for many building owners, managers, and facilities teams across the North East, the question often comes
The Isoler Building Safety Conference 2025 is almost here! On Thursday, 23rd October at the Crowne Plaza Newcastle, leading experts will explore how the industry
We’re proud to highlight that Isoler has long been a Hilti Accredited Contractor, placing us among a very select group of only seven approved contractors nationwide.
We’re thrilled to announce that our Project Manager, Stephen Overton and Joinery Division Manager, Jamie Dunwoodie have been officially accepted as registered members of the National Association of Fire Door Inspectors (NAFDI).
At Isoler, we believe that safety isn’t optional – it’s built in. Fire Door Safety Week gives us an important opportunity to focus attention on one of the most effective, yet often overlooked, fire safety measures: the fire door.
When it comes to keeping buildings safe, there’s no room for compromise, and Isoler knows that better than anyone. Based in County Durham but delivering
In just a couple of months, the crisp autumn air will give way to the unmistakable chill of winter. For those of us in the
We’re proud to share some exciting news – Isoler is now an APS Corporate Member. This achievement recognises our nationally accredited competence as a Principal
The recent completion of the Tyne Tunnel remediation project marks a significant achievement in enhancing the safety and longevity of a critical piece of the
At Isoler, we’re proud to call the North East home, and even prouder to work with organisations that share our commitment to keeping local communities
In the years since the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the UK has entered a new era of scrutiny, responsibility, and reform within the built environment. The
This past spring, Dakota Hotel Newcastle officially opened its doors on the city’s iconic Quayside — a striking transformation of a former office block into
After more than four decades in the fire protection industry and 35 remarkable years with Isoler – our Managing Director, John Gilstin will be retiring this month.
Durham based fire safety specialists, Isoler, have announced the appointment of a new, highly experienced compliance team to support the company’s continued expansion across the North East and beyond.
This year, our team organised a toy donation for Groundwork North East & Cumbria in partnership with Evenwood Community Action.
This month, we were thrilled to sponsor this year’s ‘Your Gentoo Christmas’ campaign, which brought festive family fun to 200 Gentoo Group customers who attended Sunderland Empire’s annual pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.
The holiday season is a time for connection, generosity, and supporting those who need it most. This year, we had the privilege of partnering with Karbon Homes on their social value initiative to make a positive impact in their communities.
We were proud to deliver two days of training for Aimbridge that covered the critical aspects of passive fire protection, including firestopping, fire doors, and fire dampers, empowering teams to maintain and enhance building safety and integrity.
We’re excited to share that we are now 60% of the way through our work on the prestigious Dakota Hotel development on Newcastle Quayside, in partnership with GMI Construction Group PLC.
We’re excited to share that we are now 60% of the way through our work on the prestigious Dakota Hotel development on Newcastle Quayside, in partnership with GMI Construction Group PLC.
The team has been busy over the past few months completing fire compartmentation upgrade works in flats across the North East for Karbon Homes, and they are making excellent progress!
To aid our future growth plans and maintain our current business operations, the team are settling into their new home. This new space has created a versatile space for our staff and the business to thrive in the future.
The Isoler team have been hard at work at the past few months at Haddington Vale for Gentoo Group and they are making some great progress!
We have some exciting news to share about our business operations and developments… WE’RE EXPANDING INTO THE SOUTH! Thanks to our ongoing success in the
We’re excited to announce that we are now members of the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP).
Last week we held a resident consultation meeting at Haddington Vale in Sunderland to discuss our upcoming fire protection upgrades project.
We are excited to announce that Isoler has been appointed by Aimbridge Hospitality to replace over 200 fire dampers at the Holiday Inn in Stevenage, along with the installation and remedial work on fire doors.
Isoler has been appointed to complete fire protection services at the old Debenhams store in Newcastle on behalf of STP Construction.
We’re pleased to announce that we are supporting GMI Construction on a new hotel development on Newcastle Quayside, the Dakota Hotel.
We’re excited to announce that last months Employee of the Month was our Site Foreman, Simon Watkins.
At Bowden Hall in Gloucester, we had the privilege of working for Aimbridge Hospitality as Principal Contractor.
We are excited to announce that we have been awarded a new contract with Countryside Partnerships for the Penshaw Over 55’s Apartment Block.
Project Win… We’ve secured a two-year framework with North Tyneside Council delivering responsive fire door works to homes throughout the region. We’re proud to say that
We’re delighted to announced that Josh Watson has been promoted to Joint Managing Director of Isoler Ltd and will be supporting the business alongside John Gilstin.
We’re delighted to announce that Ria Stevenson and Alex Wilson have both been promoted to Assistant Site Managers.
We’re excited to announce that we have been awarded the Your Homes Newcastle Responsive FRA Works Contract.
The Isoler team attended the Aimbridge Hospitality Property Event in Stevenage.
Ben Dunwoodie has been part of the Isoler team for 6 months now working as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, here’s what he had to say about his last 6 months with us.
At Monkwearmouth Hospital in Sunderland, we had the privilege of working for Sir Robert McAlpine to apply both solvent-based and water-based intumescent paint to the steel structures of their new construction project.
This year we were apart of the ‘Your Gentoo Christmas’ campaign with the Gentoo Group.
We are thrilled to have participated in Karbon Homes’ social value initiative, extending a helping hand to families within their communities.
It’s Employee Of The Month time and someone who went above and beyond this month was our Site Supervisor Jamie Tong.
Gateshead-based Isoler proudly marks its 31st anniversary by announcing significant additions to its senior management team.
On a monthly basis we roll out a Health & Safety Rewards Scheme for operatives who consistently exceed expectations and this month winner is Connor Doolan.
We’re delighted to announce that Paul Watkins has been promoted to Contracts Director at Isoler Ltd.
We’re proud to be 1 of 7 Hilti Great Britain Accredited Firestop Speciality Contractors (HAFSC) in the UK.
Our waking watch service provides a reassuring and rapid response to fire safety issues.
We’d like to give a special shoutout to our Contracts Supervisor, Lee Butler for working to complete his ASFP Level 3 Passive Fire Protection training.
On Fire Door Safety Week, we hosted an educational day for Gentoo Group’s Building Safety Customer Team on the importance of fire door safety and fire
We’d like to give a special shoutout to our Joinery Division Manager, Jamie Dunwoodie in receiving 100% in his Q-mark Fire Door Maintenance exam!
Ben joins us as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor after recently completing his A-Levels in Maths, Physics and Chemistry.
Located within our Sunderland office, we have our very own training facility which offers both practical and classroom based training.
We recently completed a new scheme at South Durham Court in partnership with Gentoo Group.
We’re proud to have been supporting businesses and people in the North East for over 30 years.
Our team is expanding and we’re looking to recruit experienced Joiners in the North East area to join our growing team.
In this job you’ll:
Candidates must:
If you’d like to be considered for this position, then please drop us an email with your CV to info@isoler.co.uk.
Our team is expanding and we’re looking to recruit experienced Plasterers in the North East area to join our growing team.
In this job you’ll:
Candidates must:
If you’d like to be considered for this position, then please drop us an email with your CV to info@isoler.co.uk.
We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team and lead the successful delivery of building safety, fire protection, remediation and specialist construction projects across the UK.
To find out more, download the full job description below or if you’re ready to apply send you CV to Stewart.Todd@isoler.co.uk
This role plays a key role in ensuring the quality, consistency and technical accuracy of all survey information produced by the business.
To find out more, download the full job description below or if you’re ready to apply send you CV to Stewart.Todd@isoler.co.uk