In the wake of the 2022 flood event, hundreds of homes across the Central West required significant modification to remain safe and habitable. As part of the NSW Government’s Resilient Homes Program, ACB Consultants engaged McDonald Contracting to deliver the structural home-raising component for a flood-impacted property in Forbes, NSW.

The home needed to be elevated to a new compliant height, ensuring long-term resilience while meeting strict engineering, program, and Council requirements. With tight staging, onsite complexities, and the need for meticulous coordination across multiple disciplines, the project demanded specialist expertise.

McDonald Contracting managed the full lifting and structural raising scope — from onsite planning to execution. Working collaboratively with ACB Consultants, structural engineers, designers, and Council, our team:

• Developed a tailored lifting methodology to safely elevate the existing dwelling
• Coordinated all onsite sequencing to minimise disruption
• Delivered the approved raise height while maintaining the structural integrity of the home
• Ensured compliance with program guidelines, engineering specification, and local authority approvals
• Executed the raise using our specialised hydraulic equipment and experienced field crew
• Our approach ensured the home was lifted efficiently, safely, and in accordance with all technical and program requirements.

The property was successfully raised to its approved flood-resilient height, providing the homeowner with renewed confidence, safety, and long-term protection. The seamless collaboration between ACB Consultants and McDonald Contracting ensured the project progressed smoothly and exceeded client expectations.