Lismore Flood Restoration

Flood Restoration at a Lismore Bank

When catastrophic flooding struck Lismore, NSW in 2022, many businesses faced unprecedented damage. One of the hardest hit was a local bank whose ground floor was inundated with Category 3 (black water) intrusion. Due to the contamination and structural impact, the space was deemed unusable until full restoration works could be completed.

Fortunately, the bank’s top floor remained unaffected, allowing operations to continue. To support business continuity, staff relocated upstairs while Biodec Pty Ltd installed a temporary containment wall, ensuring remediation works downstairs could progress without disrupting day-to-day banking services.

Biodec’s restoration scope included:

  • Removal of all porous and mould-affected building materials.
  • Safe removal and disposal of bulk settled mud left behind from the flooding event.
  • Full decontamination of surfaces in accordance with IICRC S500 water damage restoration standards.
  • Drying the affected areas using LGR dehumidifiers to stabilise the environment.
  • Post-restoration sampling to confirm the safety and cleanliness of the space prior to reinstatement.

Following the successful remediation process, materials were reinstated, and the bank was able to reopen its ground floor in mid-2023.

This project is a strong example of how Biodec Pty Ltd combines technical expertise with practical solutions to manage even the most severe water damage events— minimising disruption while restoring safe, habitable environments.

After Restoration

During Works