Recycling building materials
John High is the Barn Saver. He rescues old barns and other buildings by dismantling them for use elsewhere.
Keywords: John High, Barn Saver, Linda Oatman High, dismantling, demolition, old barns, recycling, used building materials, barn frames, flooring, siding, antiques, collectibles, movie props, Pennsylvania barns, Waste Watchers, rustic wood, Businesses for the Bay, Dickies Worker of the Year Award
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
24 years
What is your primary product or service?
building dismantling,old barn and house materials
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I work for an excavating company where I had to demoish the old buildings
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
if the building is in good enough condition I will draw a blueprint,tag every piece and sell it as a kit. to be put up elsewhere
What type of payments do you accept?
cash or check
Which areas do you service?
eastern Pennsylvania, some Maryland and.New Jersey
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
myself
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
great job, or great product
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
it's not worth doing if you don't do it right.