Backes Commercial Auctioneers

07/21/2026

Here is our July Food Service Equipment Online Auction located in Raymond, Iowa. Bidding will start to close on July 29th at 10 AM. Highlights: Fantastic lineup of glass and stainless door coolers and freezers, blast freezer, ice cream machine, pizza ovens, mixer, dough rollers, baking ovens, refrigerated prep tables, fantastic stack chairs and tables plus a very nice line of dining and support items.
https://www.backes-auction.com/auction-details?id=1368

07/20/2026

When it’s time to liquidate a commercial business, strategy matters.

We help sellers both organize and stage your assets while simultaneously attracting qualified buyers through multiple channels. Our goal is to drum up a competitive bidding environment that drives value for your items.

The goal isn’t just to sell, it’s to maximize your value.

Learn more about our experience in commercial business liquidation: https://www.backes-auction.com/services/business-owner-auction-services

07/17/2026

Closing or transitioning a business can feel overwhelming. Selling your assets doesn’t have to add to that stress.

When you choose Backes Auctioneers, we handle inventory organization, auction set up and promotion, sale ex*****on, and more.

Our goal is to allow you to focus on your next step, knowing everything is taken care of.

https://www.backes-auction.com/

07/17/2026

This is the Food Service Equipment Online Auction of the year so far in the state of Iowa.
https://www.backes-auction.com/auction-details?id=1360
Bidding starts to close on July 27th at 10 AM. This exceptional auction features 600 lots of new, like-new, and premium commercial foodservice equipment, including refrigeration, ice machines, mixers, grill line equipment, convection ovens, commercial ranges, rotisserie ovens, an ice cream machine, stainless steel work tables, dining tables and chairs, shelving and more.

07/17/2026

Reminder of the Former Dooley Brothers Plumbing Online Auction in Kewanee, Illinois on July 23rd.
https://www.backes-auction.com/auction-details?id=1367
Highlights to include: 2017 Ford Transit 250 service van, Lincoln Ranger generator/welder, Oster & Merrell industrial pipe threaders, Milwaukee M18 crimping kit, Spartan snake augers, pressure jet pipe cleaning machine, pipe inspection cameras, torch cart, air compressor, Milwaukee & Bosch power tools, Ridgid threaders, large quantities of copper fittings, & the list goes on.

07/15/2026

From concession trailers to prep equipment, seasonal food service changes fast. Auctions provide a practical way to adapt without locking up capital. This article explores how concessions and fair vendors use auctions to stay flexible and manage costs.

From concession trailers to prep equipment, seasonal food service changes fast. Auctions provide a practical way to adapt without locking up capital. This article explores how concessions and fair vendors

07/13/2026

Shutting down, upgrading, or restructuring your business? Don’t let valuable equipment sit idle.

A structured equipment dispersal auction helps you reach the right audience and liquidate your assets quickly. With Backes Auctioneers, you can avoid the painful process of drawn-out private sales. Let us do the work for you.

From heavy-duty machinery to specialized business equipment, we handle the details so you don’t have to. https://www.backes-auction.com/services/machine-shop-auctions

07/13/2026

Here is the Day Four Online Auction for the Former Iowa Braille & Sight Saving School in Vinton, Iowa. This is the Main Building location. Bidding will start to close at 10 AM on July 20th. Highlights: walk in coolers, 60 qt mixer, ice cuber, cafeteria equipment and seating, laundry room, huge offering of maintenance equipment, 1931 Pipe Organ, 1929 piano, audio equipment, auditorium seating, vintage furniture, modern offices and dorm room furniture.
https://www.backes-auction.com/auction-details?id=1366

07/10/2026

If you are having troubles reaching us by our office phone numbers - you can always reach Rod at 319.269.7110. We are having a horrendous time right now with our phone providers. Sorry for any troubles.

07/10/2026

Here is a nice line of Plumbing Equipment & Inventory from a closed business located in Kewanee, Illinois. Bidding will start to close on July 23rd at 10:00 AM. Highlights: 2017 Ford Transit 250 service van, Lincoln Ranger generator/welder, Oster & Merrell pipe threaders, Milwaukee M18 crimping kit, snake augers, pressure jet pipe cleaning & inspection cameras, torch cart, air compressor, power tools, Ridgid threaders, copper and brass fittings and more!
https://www.backes-auction.com/auction-details?id=1367