old equipment

For contractors, having the right equipment is essential to keeping projects on schedule and maintaining a competitive edge. But what happens when you have aging, underutilized, or surplus machinery taking up space? Rather than letting old equipment collect dust—or worse, continue to depreciate—smart contractors use auctions to free up capital for new investments. Here’s how selling through Backes Auctioneers can help you turn outdated equipment into cash and keep your business