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.
Welders, Lathes, Waterloo Fire Excess & Collectibles - Snap On Hand Tools
Online Auction
Backes Auction Center
- 8/13/2026
- 4:00PM
- Viewing: Monday through Friday 9 AM to 3 PM but call prior to coming out
6605 Dubuque Road
Raymond, IA, 50667
Wow! This turned into a very nice online auction! First, the Waterloo Fire Department needed space so they decided to clear out quite a bit of items from there stations. This auction will feature vintage fire fighting items (some great brass pieces) as well as some modern equipment. Then we have a nice Snap On tool box with hand tools. Then Hawkeye College added a great line of welder, lathes, test equipment and audio related. Just an overall fabulous offering! 18% buyer's fee.
Fabulous Bar, Restaurant and Decor
Place Holder - Fabulous Auction!
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.
August Food Service Equipment Auction
Online Auction
Backes Auction Center
- 8/24/2026
- 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
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.
