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Consultants and Builders, Inc. recently completed the Construction Document phase to renovate HopeSouth Credit Union’s existing Main Office and Branch in Abbeville, South Carolina. The renovations will incorporate new LED lighting, paint, flooring, millwork, furniture, finishes, and inclusion of an engaged teller pod with TCR technology.

HopeSouth’s roots date back to 1972 as Flexible Tubing Employees Federal Credit Union, and later as Greater Abbeville Federal Credit union in 1985 covering all of Abbeville County. The 2017 culmination of rebranding and new corporate naming resulted in HopeSouth Credit Union, with a new logo, website, and identity. HopeSouth CU has now evolved to serve the banking needs of over 3,600 members throughout Abbeville County.

Consultants and Builders, Inc., a design-build firm founded 39 years ago solely focusing on the development of financial institutions, is proud to be working with HopeSouth Credit Union. It is our shared goal with Faye Crocker, HopeSouth CU | CEO, and the entire team to promote safety, growth, and technology integration.

Following a stellar Grand Opening, Neighbors United FCU coordinated with Consultants and Builders to take some well-deserved professional photographs of the interior and exterior of their Saluda, South Carolina Branch. Quite a presence for the branch on Main Street through the middle of town and on a corner lot. Good visibility and access for members and employees alike.

Much continued growth and success for Neighbors United FCU. Thank you for the recent project collaborations and we look forward to future efforts!

Southeastern Credit Union in Valdosta, GA is partnering again with Consultants and Builders, Inc. In addition to the renovations starting at their Tifton Branch, CBI will now update the design layout and interior finishes of the Credit Union’s Main Office Personal Banker Digital Branch and the Operations Center. The Main Office renovations will incorporate new LED lighting, paint, flooring, and furniture, as well as marketing graphics.

Consultants and Builders, Inc., a design-build firm focusing exclusively over the last 39 years on the development of financial institutions, is proud to be working with Southeastern CU again and our team will diligently ensure their strategic initiatives are a huge success.

With the morning mist and drizzle giving way to noon sunshine, Consultants and Builders joined MyGeorgia Credit Union to take part in a well-attended ribbon cutting for the Grand Opening of the new branch in Jefferson, Georgia. Located in a bustling shopping center on Old Pendergrass Road, it is in a very visible and active location.

MyGeorgia Credit Union Board Members, Executives, employees, and members were joined by Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce, Ambassador’s Club, Jefferson City Kiwanis, and neighbors for the stellar event.

CBI appreciates the continued collaboration with MyGeorgia CU on the third retail branch completion in less than 18 months. We look toward future projects together.

Braving the elements, Consultants and Builders, Inc. team installed furniture and completed millwork at Neighbors United FCU’s Greenwood, SC Main Office Branch renovation.

A great holiday season to all at Neighbors United FCU and looking forward to the similar upcoming installations at the under-construction branch prototype in Saluda, SC.

Last week for MyGeorgia Credit Union, Consultants and Builders completed drywall finishing and the prime painting of all walls. Installation of rough-in for recessed floor outlet and remaining electrical and data outlets in existing walls wrapped up.

This week CBI will install door and window frames, measure for glass at window frames, install ceiling grid throughout, and begin installation and wiring of light fixtures. On the exterior, CBI will form and pour concrete curb at drive thru location, and begin rough-in of pneumatic tube system.

Go Team!