Selling Commercial Equipment & Inventory In Ohio

Why Selling Commercial Equipment & Inventory Through Auction Works

Commercial auctions offer real advantages in selling machinery, tools, inventory, and industrial assets. Traditional sales can take months and tie up resources. On the other hand, auctions move faster, attract serious buyers, and remove the guesswork from pricing.

Here’s why auctions are often the right fit:

• Speed: Auctions follow a defined timeline so that you can sell and settle quickly.
• Qualified buyers: Our marketing draws attention from serious bidders, not window shoppers.
• Real-time value: The open bidding process lets the market determine actual demand.
• No carrying costs: Avoid the overhead of storing equipment or extending business closures.
• Custom approach: Each auction is tailored to the type of equipment, location, and your specific goals.

From skid steers and restaurant equipment to manufacturing tools and heavy equipment, we help sellers handle the full range of commercial assets.

Our Process for Selling Commercial Equipment & Inventory

Selling commercial equipment requires a structured approach, and we’re with you every step of the way.

Here’s how it works:

• Initial consultation: We listen to your goals and assess what you need to sell.
• Asset evaluation: We inspect and catalog your items to understand their market value.
• Auction plan: We create a clear sales strategy based on your timeline and equipment type.
• Marketing launch: Our team promotes your auction through online platforms, targeted email lists, print ads, and more.
• Auction day: We manage every part of the event, from online bidding to buyer follow-up.
• Final settlement: Once the auction closes, we collect payment and coordinate equipment pickup.

You’ll always know what’s happening and what to expect next. We also offer online-only auctions for businesses that prefer digital exposure or need to reach out-of-area buyers. KIKO’s integrated auction platform supports secure remote bidding, real-time updates, and national promotion to attract qualified bidders from across the country.

Appraisals and Business Transitions

In addition to auctions, we also provide certified appraisals for commercial equipment. An accurate, third-party valuation is key if you’re preparing for a business sale, partnership change, or legal matter.

We offer:

• Valuations for single items or complete business inventories
• Experience across multiple industries, including construction, agriculture, retail, and food service

Our team combines market insight with hands-on knowledge to deliver reliable valuations that stand up to scrutiny.

We’ve worked with small business owners, financial advisors, attorneys, and trustees across Ohio. Every seller brings a different story; we build our service around that. Some need to move quickly, while others need help organizing and identifying what to sell. No matter the situation, we stay focused on your goals and bring the necessary experience to get results.

KIKO has been helping clients sell commercial equipment and inventory since 1945. As a family-owned company, we bring decades of auction knowledge and a commitment to doing right by our clients. From marketing and logistics to certified appraisals, we offer full-service support rooted in trust and professionalism. We also handle commercial real estate, land, estates, and more.

Start your auction journey today. Speak with our auction team to explore your options.