#1 Old Hickory Buildings Dealer in America!
Meet the Team
Darren Cochran
Elizabeth City, Weeksville Store Sales Rep
Darren Cochran started in the storage building business in 1989. He has built, delivered, and sold buildings. That’s over 35 years of experience throughout the entire storage building industry. He makes sure that every customer that comes in the door is treated like family. Great customer service is his goal.
When he is not selling storage buildings, He is probably with his wife of 37 years, Melissa. He has 2 children and 4 granddaughters. He loves college football, baseball, and softball. When he is not at work he enjoys fishing, golfing, and tending to his vegetable garden.
252-335-7433
John Banks
Elizabeth City, Mega Store Sales Rep
For John Banks, selling sheds and steel buildings isn't just about moving inventory—it's about helping folks protect what matters most. With 25 years of industry experience and a background as a former licensed Virginia contractor, John takes the guesswork out of the building process. He brings real-world construction expertise to every project, ensuring your structure is planned correctly from site prep to final delivery. Whether you need a simple backyard tool shed or a massive, custom-engineered metal workshop, John makes sure it’s built right.
​When John isn't helping clients design their dream structures, you can usually find him out on the water bass fishing or in the garage working on a classic car restoration project. Above all, he loves spending quality time with his lovely wife, Dianna, and their dog, Zoey. Having a full house and a busy garage, John knows firsthand exactly what it takes to build the perfect space to protect your prized possessions and support your lifestyle.
252-621-1036
Jared Nanney
Elizabeth City, Mega Store Sales Rep
Jared has 14 years of experience in the shed business. From delivering sheds to building them to selling them, Jared has done it all! If you see him at Down Home Sheds, he is probably the guy out on the lot moving sheds around. He takes pride in making the lot look nice by organizing the sheds by size to give the customer a much better shed shopping experience.
When he’s not at work, he might be bass fishing at the river, cooking up some good BBQ or off somewhere enjoying the peaceful outdoors.
252-621-1036
Joey Droll
Elizabeth City, Mega Store Sales Rep
Joey Droll is a dedicated shed and metal building sales professional with over five years of experience helping customers find the right structures to fit their needs, budget and property. Known for his honest approach and commitment to customer service, Joey takes pride in guiding clients through every step of the buying process, from selecting the perfect building to ensuring a smooth purchase experience.
When he’s not helping customers, Joey enjoys golfing and spending quality time with his wife and two young daughters.
252-621-1036
