129 Salvage - Gainesville, Georgia

Gio A.

Around two weeks ago, I bought a mini fridge from 129 salvage store. Before leaving for vacation, I unloaded it and left it in my garage. When I opened it today, I noticed the top edge was crushed. I figured it wasn’t a big deal and assumed it would still work, one of the risks of buying from a salvage store. But once I fully unpacked it, I saw the bottom, where the compressor is, was completely out of place, and the base was crushed in. I still decided to plug it in, hoping it might work, but unfortunately, it didn’t. It’s frustrating because the store only has a 2-day return policy with a receipt, so now I’m out $100. Lesson learned, I won’t be buying large items from there again. It seems they don't check items when they come in, so please check them as soon as you get home.

Admingogobo B.

I’ve been coming to 129 Savage J for years, spending hundreds of dollars without any issues—until now. I went to buy a tree for over $150, paid with no problem, and everything was fine. But when I went back to make a $50 purchase, this older lady (who I’m guessing is the owner) had the audacity to demand my ID, claiming my debit card didn’t match. Are you serious? My wife and I share a joint debit account—why the hell would I need to prove anything?

Her attitude was beyond rude—absolutely disgusting. She treated me like a criminal over a $50 purchase. This is not how you treat loyal customers who have been supporting your business for years. And to top it off, there’s no posted policy anywhere about needing ID, so how are people supposed to know about this ridiculous rule?

This was a humiliating, infuriating experience. I don’t trust them with my information, and I’ll make sure everyone knows how poorly they treat their customers. I will be writing more reviews and posting updates. Stay away from this place—save yourself the frustration.

Bri

Great place to buy the thing you want but can't afford at full price. They are always rotating items, and their hard work pays off immensely. Very clean place.

I always love that they start trickling seasonal things before the season begins so I can get ahead of the crowds.

They were very nice to hold my items when I had an emergency and had to vamoose. My items were still there when I got back, so I ended up buying even more!

Kind people, great workers, hard-working people who treat you like an old friend. You'll feel right at home in 129 salvage.

The two young ones who somehow loaded a 7.5ft tree in my tiny sedan are true pros! I still don't know how they did it.

Ains

DO NOT SHOP HERE IF YOU ARE IMMUNOCOMPROMISED OR HIGH RISK.

I went in on Tuesday 2/11 and half of the employees who were stocking shelves were coughing, no face mask in sight. One employee with shoulder length grey hair walked past me in an aisle coughing the entire time, right in my face, seemingly unaware that I was even there.

I am 17 weeks pregnant with twins.
I woke up the next morning, 2/12 with a cough that has quickly progressed to the flu. It is now 4 days later and I have been bed ridden with a fever since.
I am still astounded at the amount of employees openly coughing with customers present —
STAY HOME IF YOURE SICK, think about your community especially the elderly and at risk individuals.

Moriah P.

Awesome place to stop off at on the side of the highway! Bought some great stuff, my daughter loved her Halloween skeleton PJ set! All different kinds of goodies

Rebecca W.

My FAVORITE place to shop when I come home to visit my parents. My family has been enjoying 129 Salvage for MANY years. The owner is a wonderful, generous person who has done a lot for the community. The store is always organized and tidy, and the staff is friendly and helpful. I specifically recommend 129 to families who are struggling to make ends meet right now due to inflation. I'm able to buy many grocery and household items I wouldn't normally purchase because of the price. There's no telling what kind of bargain you might find at 129, but it's ALWAYS worth the trip!

Leslie G.

It's always fun to go in and see whatever they have at the moment. So if you go get the item now or you will lose out .Great ladies up front

Clark W.

Love coming to 129 to see what's new. Amazing prices on groceries.