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.
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).
CNC Machines, Electrical Testing Equipment, Office Furniture Online Auction
Online Auction
Hawkeye College
- 8/27/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: August 26th from 1 to 3 PM
5200 Nordic Drive, Suite B
Cedar Falls, IA, 50613
Hawkeye College storage facility. Everything must go! Don't miss this opportunity to purchase quality office & shop equipment. Highlights include: Tormach & Benchman CNC machines, Global shop tables, Wilton bench vises, programmable trainers, electrical testing equipment/components, student chairs, office chairs, podiums, work out machines, room dividers, banquet tables, student desks, executive office desk, Hon office furniture, & so much more. 18% buyers premium & 7% Sales tax apply.
August Food Service Equipment Auction
Online Auction
- 8/31/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM or by appointment with Backes Auctions
6605 Dubuque Road
Raymond, IA, 50667
Welcome to our July Food Service Equipment Auction! Don't miss this outstanding opportunity to bid on more than 450 lots of commercial restaurant equipment. Highlights to include: Commercial refrigeration, Middleby Marshal conveyor pizza oven, Kolpak walk-in cooler, Alto-Shaam Vector multi-cook oven, Sommerset dough sheeter, refrigerated prep tables, bar bottle coolers, stainless tables, dining area booth openings, dining tables, Nu-Vu combination proofer/oven, gas range, coffee brewers, ice cream dip cabinet, & other commercial kitchen support items. An 18% Buyer's Premium applies, along with 7% sales tax on all purchases.
Close & Company Retirement Online Auction
Online Auction
Commercial Sandblasting & Painting
- 9/1/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: Monday, August 31st from 1 PM to 3 PM
701 26th Avenue
Rock Island, IL, 61201
In conjunction with Dosland Auction Service. After years of hard work and dedication, Wayne & Tammie Close, owners of Close & Co. in Rock Island, Illinois, have decided it’s time to retire! Close & Co. has specialized in commercial sandblasting and painting, with a focus on heavy-duty truck and trailer refurbishing, and now they are offering an impressive lineup of equipment, tools, and supplies to the public at auction. Highlights include a SkyJack lift, semi truck, plow truck, sandblasting equipment, shop tools, office furniture, commercial supplies, and much more! Whether you’re in the trucking, fabrication, painting, sandblasting, construction, or repair business—or simply looking for quality commercial equipment and tools—this auction will have plenty worth checking out. Don’t miss this opportunity to buy equipment from a longtime working commercial operation as Wayne & Tammie close this chapter and head into a well-earned retirement! 15% online buyer's fee. 8.5% Illinois Sales Tax. Questions: Reach out to Curtis at 563.212.0545
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.
Grundy County Online Acreage Auction
Online Auction
2.44 acres
- 9/17/2026
- 10:00AM
- Viewing: By appointment with Ryan Backes at 319.240.5039
19461 & 19463 270th Street
Grundy Center, IA, 50638
Located just outside of Grundy Center, Iowa, this 2.44-acre rural property features a ranch-style home, detached garage, mature trees, and an open country setting surrounded by farmland. The home is in need of substantial renovation, offering a great opportunity for someone looking for an acreage project with plenty of potential.
