Tom's Barn

"He gave very clear reasons for doing so: A couple of weeks ago, I visited his last Durisol build - and in the light of what I saw, the move from Durisol to Isotex was understandable." Would it be possible for you to share his reasons for changing. I have a planned build this year and I am trying to make a final decision on which way to go. Also, if you completed your build from scratch starting in a few months time which build system would you go with in light of your experience. Clearly we are self builders of the future are only guided by the experience of others and sharing what you know helps us make our final decisions. Many thanks in advance of your reply.

the ISOTEX ones?

Hi Russ thanks again for your time to go round your build. An impressive design and beautiful spot. Do let me know when you do your pour at the next level. I would be happy to come down and help out for the day so I can gain some experience of the process. If you want to come to our site and see the house to bungalow development let me know. I would like to get some contact details of a few people you mentioned; maybe we could do that at the same time. See you soon. Tom

Hi Sue great to meet with you as well. Thanks for the offer of keeping me informed re the Poole build; I would welcome the opportunity of popping down to be there while they pour. If you could ask that would be much appreciated. Thanks again and good luck with your project. Tom

we are lucky to live here I agree

Hi Russell, that is good to know there are some builds locally. I must try and seek them out. I am free on Thursday this week if that suits you and your time onsite. If you could let me know your contact details and a suitable time to visit it would be very much appreciated. tom.sandman@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you.

Hi All just found this great site and will be embarking on a Isotex build in March / April of 2019. I know there are many different ways to construct a house but this system suits my needs well. I would be interested to know and meet if possible people who have built or are building with Durisol currently. If I can come to site and see what you have achieved and maybe learn some lessons that you learnt along the way it would be appreciated. I am also happy once I start my build to welcome anyone who is considering Durisol and is not yet convinced. One big question is foundations. I was heading for the ISOQuick option for a long time until I spoke with the structural engineer recommended by Durisol who said that is not a good idea. My brother in-law is a technical engineer builder. He tells me that strip foundations are the only way to go for long term confidence. As always lots of advice but I would like to know what other Durisolers have done. I live near Cirencester and willing to travel to anywhere to learn. I look forward to hearing from those who have built with or are building with Durisol. Great to be part of this knowledge sharing community. Tom