Construction Business Review

ProTEAM Auction
Services Rooted in Trust

Selling heavy construction or farm equipment through traditional auction houses is rarely straightforward. For many owners, it brings complications such as fees, confusing contracts, and a lack of personal attention.

Many auction houses take a large cut from the sale, leaving sellers frustrated when the hammer price does not match what ends up in their pocket. Another challenge lies in auction limits that set a floor price for items. These thresholds often leave buyers uncertain whether a lot will actually sell and make sellers question whether their equipment will move at all. A genuine no-minimum, no-reserve policy can eliminate that doubt, creating a transparent, friction-free marketplace for everyone involved.

ProTEAM Auction is changing that experience by doing exactly that. Specializing in heavy construction, farm, and industrial equipment, it positions itself as a solution provider that puts fairness, service, and technology at the center of every auction. ProTEAM offers a no-minimum and no-reserve guarantee that reduces uncertainty for buyers and shows sellers that the company will actively attempt sales rather than rely on hidden thresholds.

The company operates a permanent yard where bidders can inspect machines in person, watch walkarounds, and see equipment running, providing access that builds trust and reduces the risk of surprises.

“We don’t charge a seller’s commission for anything over $250, so sellers receive the full hammer price. This is unique in our business, as many auction companies charge buyer premiums of 10 percent on the ground and 12 percent online,” says Travis Phillips, Owner, Principal Auctioneer, and CEO.

ProTEAM has also developed a mobile app for Android and iOS, making bidding accessible and transparent. The app updates catalogs in real time and includes videos showing equipment in operation. For buyers, that level of detail provides peace of mind when purchasing machinery from afar. For sellers, it expands the audience well beyond local markets and ensures the process runs smoothly and reliably.

As a full-service auction and appraisal company, ProTEAM handles far more than just the sale. Clients can rely on its team to evaluate equipment directly, review conditions, and provide an honest estimate before deciding to consign.

  • We don’t charge a seller’s commission for anything over $250, so sellers receive the full hammer price. This is unique in our business, as many auction companies charge buyer premiums of 10 percent on the ground and 12 percent online.


Legal checks, including lien searches, ensure clean titles, and marketing costs are absorbed by the company rather than the consignor. The team focuses on human connection, building long-term relationships with both sellers and buyers.

Every new client follows a straightforward process. Equipment is either dropped off at the company’s facility or inspected on-site. Items are carefully documented, videos recorded, and details listed for buyers. ProTEAM hosts six pre-scheduled three-day auctions each year, held every other month. These events attract bidders both in person and online, simulcast in real time across the U.S. and abroad.

Auctions are promoted strategically to capture attention, with farm and construction equipment featured separately to keep buyers focused. Once the auction closes, consignors are paid quickly, often within ten business days. Buyers can register without deposits, bid immediately, and settle through flexible payment options. This fast yet reliable process has drawn customers worldwide. International buyers have purchased remotely, confident in ProTEAM’s support for dismantling, export packing, container shipping, and connections to local mechanics.

Strict rules protect auction integrity: sellers cannot bid on their own items, a policy the company enforces rigorously. Combined with absorbed advertising costs and transparent fee practices, these measures create a foundation of trust that supports every auction and fuels referrals and repeat clients.

Building on that foundation, ProTEAM removes hidden costs, guarantees no-minimum, no-reserve sales, and offers in-person inspections and full-service support. Together, these practices address the challenges that have long frustrated buyers and sellers, creating an auction experience that is fair, honest, and dependable. This gives equipment owners confidence that their items will sell at full value and gives buyers assurance that they are investing wisely.