81 2023 WWW. BESTOFMP.COM www. Bes tOfMP. com | www. Bes tOfMP. Vi deo | www. Bes tOfMPpodcas t . com BEST BUILDER: CUSTOM BUILDER OVER $500K Founded by two Charleston natives, Salt Marsh Contracting, opened in 2015, has been on a mission to break the mold. This company believes in excellent communication, accurate estimates and results. Obviously, they have succeeded. The town of Mount Pleasant has stood up for them by voting them the Best Of Mount Pleasant 2023! Head on over to saltmarshcontracting.com to meet the dream team! Other finalists: Lowcountry Contractors, Metamar Construction BEST BUILDER: VOLUME BUILDER The core values at Lennar Homes, founded back in 1954, are quality, value and integrity. This shows through the company’s commitment to not only build affordable and prestigious homes, but also in their mission to give back through The Lennar Foundation and other philanthropic efforts. They also incorporate sustainable materials into their builds. It’s easy to see why our readers declared them the cream of the crop! Other finalists: DavidWeekley Homes, D.R. Horton BEST CARWASH: A cactus in the Lowcountry? That’s right. Cactus Car Wash was actually founded right here in Charleston with one major goal in mind: to give customers a great carwashing experience. This Best Of winner is committed to the “flex-serve”model, offering everything from traditional full-service detailing to express exterior-only washes. Enjoy the comfortable lounge that transports you to a fun western oasis, and let the team do the rest! Other finalists: Fins Car Wash, Liquid Highway Car Wash BEST CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT: Accounting shouldn’t just be confusing numbers and damage control. That’s why a proactive accountant with a teaching approach—the foundations in which Veris Accounting is built—is the way to go. Finding the right accountant for your business or personal finances might not seem glamorous, but nothing is more glamorous than cold hard cash. With savings and understanding in mind, Veris will help your budget shine! Other finalists: Jarrard, Nowell and Russell, Moody and O’Neal CPAs BEST CHILD CARE ParkWest Preschool and Childcare aims to“provide you with quality educational childcare and peace of mind.”The parents have spoken and endorsed the facility as the top banana when it comes to nurturing our mini-Mount Pleasant residents. This facility focuses on child-initiated, teacher-directed activities in a safe environment where your sprout can bloom all year long. Other finalists: Annie’s Nannies, Children’s Discovery Center, Primrose School of Mount Pleasant BEST CREDIT UNION Founded in 1936 and headquartered here in Charleston County, South Carolina Federal Credit Union is a fullservice, membership-based financial institution. It was started by 14 Navy Shipyard workers and has grown to hundreds of thousands of members who adore the local feel, competitive loan programs and sense of togetherness. That’s why it was voted the best in the biz! Other finalists: REV Federal Credit Union, Navy Federal Credit Union BEST DANCE STUDIO When it comes to dance, Tapio School of Dance and Gymnastics cuts the rug for Mount Pleasant Magazine readers. Offering competitive dance, USA Gymnastics and AAU Junior Olympic programs, this dance studio is for those out to prove they can move. Not only do they top local lists, this academy is ranked 12th in the nation for dance instruction. We’re thrilled to add to their bragging rights! Other finalists: Peace Love Hip Hop, Academy of Dance Arts BEST DRIVING SCHOOL Learn to drive! We’ve all screamed that on 526 at rush hour. It’s not suitable to print some of the words used to describe that game of “Frogger.”That’s why it’s important to teach our new drivers — and some seasoned drivers who need a brush up—how to handle any situation our growing city presents them on the roadways. 911 Driving School was chosen as the best east of the mighty Cooper. Other finalists: Rusty’s Driving School, Lord Ashley Driving School
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