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We can sell at your facilities or at our threee acre site!
We can move everything from fine antiques to complete manufacturing plants!
How to Buy
All sales are open to the public!
Follow these links for more information on buying at Auction
Terms and Conditions of Sale – Please Read Carefully
Important Things to Know before Attending an Auction
I’m a first time buyer – what do I need to know?
How do I Register?
How do I bid?
What do I do once I’ve purchased something?
What if I am unable to attend the auction?
How can I figure out what time something will be sold
How can I find out about other up-coming auctions?
Important things to know before attending an auction
Please read the full terms and conditions prior to bidding
All items are sold “AS IS - WHERE IS”
A Buyer’s Premium may be added to purchase price
Taxes will be applied where applicable
If you plan on using a PST blanket please bring a copy of the blanket with you, or see cashiers prior to sale to fill one out.
Methods of payment in house: Cash-Certified Cheque-Debit
On-Site: Cash-Certified Cheque (Debit if available phone-line)
All bills are to be paid in full by 5:00 p.m. day of sale
If unable to pay on sale day, a 20% deposit will be accepted to hold your goods. The remaining balance however will be due by 5 p.m. the following day.
I’m a first time buyer – what do I need to know?
All items are sold “AS IS – WHERE IS” unless otherwise stated
Please inspect all items very carefully prior to bidding
If you would like to test something (i.e. plug it in, start it, etc.) please make arrangements to do so prior to the sale.
If you are unsure about the price, or the bid increments during the sale feel free to ask
If you would like items grouped together or broken down into separate lots, let the auctioneer know
Auction registration is FREE
Providing a valid driver’s license to the cashier is the quickest way to register, if you do not have a diver’s license another piece of valid photo identification with your name and address with be required.
You will need to sign a bidder card stating that you understand and agree to the terms and conditions of sale.
Feel free to talk to any staff prior to or during the sale if you have any questions
All terms of sale will be announced at the beginning of the auction, if you miss these please refer to you catalog, wall postings or see a cashier for this information
What is a buyer’s premium?
A Buyer’s Premium is an Auction Companies service charge to the customer
The auctioneer will open with an asking price; if no one accepts this bid he will drop the price until someone starts the bidding.
To bid – just raise your bid card for the auctioneer to see
Once an item is sold, the auctioneer will announce the final price and the successful bid card number
What do I do once I’ve purchased something?
Once you are done bidding please see the cashier for an invoice
All bills need to be paid in full by 5 p.m. the next day
No item may be removed before it is paid in full
Whether or not an item can be removed during the auction with be stated at the beginning of the sale.
Removal of the items purchased is up to the buyer
Arrangements for delivery can be made with the cashiers
All dates and times available for removal will be stated at the beginning of the sale and need to be adhered to
Failure to remove purchased items on-time may result in storage or moving fees
What methods of payment do you accept?
In house and off-site terms are typically cash, certified cheques and debit. However terms of payment do vary from sale to sale and will be listed at the bottom of each up-coming auction flyer.
Do you offer a delivery service?
Yes, we offer a delivery service for the items that you buy at auction. The cost of delivery will depend on the items to be moved, and the location they need to me moved to.
What if I am unable to attend the auction?
To make an absentee bid for any auction please read the absentee bid form carefully and fill out all required fields to return via fax or email. Absentee Bid Form
Phone bidding is also available for major auctions and absentee bid forms will need to be completed for this method of bidding as well.
In the event that a buyer on the floor matches the bid of an absentee or phone bidder, the sale will go to the buyer on the floor.
How can I figure out what time something will be sold
The auctioneer usually sells at a rate of 100 lots per hour, so if you are only interested in a particular item you can view the current auction catalog available for major auctions to see the items lot number and estimate an approximate selling time. Please note that every auction is different and that this time frame should only be used as an estimate.
How can I find out about other up-coming auctions?
You can call or email us at any time to learn about our up-coming auctions or to inquire about specific items that you may be looking for
Add yourself to our Mailing List and you will be notified of all sales you may be interested by your preferred method of notification.
You can also look under up-coming auctions on our website for a list of future sales
Total Auction Management Service
We offer a complete auction management service to help you get the highest return on your investment. Selling your assets by auction is extremely easy, and we can take care of everything up to the point of leaving your premises empty and clean. If you are interested in selling your chattels by auction please give us a call. We can stop by and view your goods at your convenience and at no cost. We have a quick turn-around time and can work for you on very short notice.
We will provide you with a complimentary auction proposal which lays out all of the terms of the auction. Our service will provide you with everything necessary to successfully sell your goods. We are equipped to handle additional services that you may need such as packing, cleaning, garbage removal, storage, towing, trucking, advertising and marketing, etc. to make this a hassle free and convenient process.
We are now a fourth generation auction and appraising firm who has had a loyal buyers and sellers base for over 3 decades. Our valuation and recommendation are coming to you with a solid professional background. All discussions with our clients are always private and confidential. We have mastered the art of setting-up well-organized auctions to showcase your items at their best. We have also invested in an advanced auction software program to make our auctions run as smoothly and efficiently as possible. We want to make your auction experience a good one, and will do all we can to serve you best.
Selling by Auction – Basic Steps
Types of Auctions we do
Selling for Cash
Selling by Auction – Q & A
We are proud to have donated our professional Auctioneering Services and quality auction items to a number of local charities. We have sat on a variety of charity boards and have successfully assisted them with their charity and fundraiser auctions. Charity auctions are a great way to get the community involved in a fun and entertaining fund raiser. A great auctioneer is an indispensable part of a charity auction and meeting set goals. But one who can intertwine comedy and a relaxed tone into the atmosphere makes for an even more fun and enjoyable event for everyone involved!
If you would like us to be a part of your charity fundraiser please give us a call or send us an e-mail!
