Upcoming Auctions
Backes Auctioneers is always busy looking for new auction opportunities!
Take an opportunity to learn more about any upcoming live or online auctions. Browse the auction details below to see the assets that will be up for auction across a variety of industries.
Concrete, Masonry & Construction Equipment Online Auction
Online Auction
Dennis Christensen & Son's Concrete & Masonry
- 8/19/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Tuesday August 18th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm.
1910 State Street
Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
Whether you're a general contractor, builder, mason, or serious do-it-yourselfer, this is an auction you won't want to miss. Offering a wide variety of quality construction equipment ready to go to work and support your ongoing operations. Auction highlights include (2) HMI mortar pumps, (3) Target concrete saws, a NEW Edco 10" scarifier, Target tile saw, (2) Vibra Strike power screeds with (5) assorted-length screed boards, power trowels, (3) mortar mixers, generators, air compressors, a skid steer 6-in-1 bucket, Davis skid steer backhoe attachment, walk-through scaffolding, plus a large selection of professional-grade hand and power tools. Whether you're expanding your fleet, replacing equipment, or adding to your toolbox, this auction offers exceptional value. Everything sells to the highest bidder regardless of price. 18% buyers fee. 18% Buyer's Premium.
Day 1 Ramsey's Ace Hardware Store Online Auction
Online Auction
Grills, Lawn & Garden, Paint, Home Products
- 8/24/2026
- 9:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday, August 23rd from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
106 W Ohio Street
Lenox, IA, 50851
The owners of this facility have made the difficult decision to close this full-service Ace Hardware store. Unlike many store closings, there was never a going-out-of-business sale, which means the shelves remain stocked with an incredible selection of merchandise ready to be sold to the highest bidders. This is a rare opportunity to purchase quality hardware, tools, lawn and garden supplies, grills, paint, home essentials, and thousands of other items at online auction prices. More items to be added to this auction yet! This massive auction features more than 1,200 lots and truly offers something for everyone. Day One highlights include grills and barbecue accessories, lawn and garden tools, rakes, shovels, axes, fertilizers, grass seed, an extensive selection of paints and spray paints, the complete paint tinting system with two paint shakers, home and kitchen products, and much more. Whether you're a homeowner, contractor, collector, reseller, or bargain hunter, you won't want to miss this exceptional auction. An 18% buyer's premium and applicable 7% sales tax will apply. In conjunction with Whitaker Marketing Group.
Day 2 - Ramsey's Ace Hardware Store Online Auction
Online Auction
Hand & Power Tools - Hardware - Key Cutters - Electrical & Plumbing
- 8/25/2026
- 9:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday, August 23rd from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
106 W Ohio Street
Lenox, IA, 50851
The owners of this facility have made the difficult decision to close this full-service Ace Hardware store. Unlike many store closings, there was never a going-out-of-business sale, which means the shelves remain stocked with an incredible selection of merchandise ready to be sold to the highest bidders. This is a rare opportunity to purchase quality hardware, tools, lawn and garden supplies, grills, paint, home essentials, and thousands of other items at online auction prices. This massive auction features more than 1,400 lots and truly offers something for everyone. Day Two highlights include a huge offering of hand and power tools (Craftsman, Dewalt, Milwaukee), tool kits, shop vacs, bird related, bug and pest control, key cutters and digital system, automotive, electrical inventory, plumbing inventory, large selection of hardware in cabinets and so much more! Whether you're a homeowner, contractor, collector, reseller, or bargain hunter, you won't want to miss this exceptional auction. An 18% buyer's premium and applicable 7% sales tax will apply. In conjunction with Whitaker Marketing Group.
Nissan Service Vans, Toyota Fork Truck, & Skyjack Scissor Lift
Online Auction
DPI Quality Custom Finishes of Cedar Rapids
- 8/26/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Sunday August 23rd from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
1402 18th Street SW
Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404
DPI Quality Custom Finishes of Cedar Rapids is selling some of their assets in this online auction. Highlights to include: Nissan high top service vans, Toyota LP gas fork truck, Skyjack scissor lift, Ingersoll Rand 20HP rotary screw air compressor, open face spray booth, over 15 Graco Professional airless sprayers, Graco & Simpson pressure washers, Red Devil 1 & 5 gallon paint shakers, stain matching system, flammable storage cabinets, 35' heavy duty cantilever rack, Dewalt power tools, ladders, scaffolding, shop vacs, and other related paint finishing items. 18% online buyer's premium applies. (10% buyer's premium on the 2 Nissan Service Vans only).
August Food Service Equipment Auction
Online Auction
Backes Auction Center
- 8/31/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Monday through Friday 9 AM to 3 PM but call prior to coming out
6605 Dubuque Road
Raymond, IA, 50667
Date Holder - Equipment will start coming in soon - Date may change
Wendy's Cedar Falls Online Auction
Online Auction
- 9/2/2026
- 10:00AM
- Preview: Tuesday September 1st from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
2915 McClain Drive
Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
This former Wendy's location is auctioning off the remainder of its assets. Highlights to include: (2) Henny Penny OFG-322 double bank gas fryers, complete exterior combination walk-in cooler/freezer, Hoshizaki & Scotsman ice machines, Garland gas range, Stainless hoods, stainless sinks, dining tables & chairs, wire racks, & 75-gallon power vent water heater. 18% online buyer's premium applies to this auction.
