Where do I find local equipment auctions?

November 9, 2009 7:42 PM

Where do I find local auctions for construction equipment, misc salvage from demolitions, items from businesses that went under, etc?

I've heard that there are auctions held to sell various types of equipment that companies, governments, and individuals no longer need. How can I get in on the local action? I am in northeast Georgia, about 90 miles from Atlanta. The closest towns of any notable size are Toccoa, GA, Commerce, GA, Athens, GA, and Anderson, SC.

I am primarily interested in:

-- light construction equipment such as a skid steer (bobcat), concrete forms (Symons Steel-Ply especially), and any shop tools (power saws, drill press, welders, etc...)

-- salvage from demolitions such as old sinks (Crane porcelain or similar, especially), doors, windows, tables, shelves, old hardwood of any kind.

-- stainless steel restaurant countertops, sinks, shelving.

I have no idea where to start, or how these types of auctions work. Any good tips from auction pros? Educate me!

posted by bengarland to Shopping (2 answers total)

CWS Marketing handles auctions for the US Treasury and there is also Auction Zip.
posted by mlis at 7:56 PM on November 9, 2009

Find out who the local auctioneers are -- many have web sites that'll post upcoming auctions. There are also sites like Auctionbill.com that'll have listings. Here are their listings for upcoming auctions in Georgia. Just know that some will require you to take your stuff that day, so plan accordingly.

Also check out salvage yards for stainless steel sinks and shelving (though, in my experience, shelving goes for a song at auctions).
posted by Atom12 at 6:06 AM on November 10, 2009