Iowa Machinery & Equipment Appraisals
U.S. Asset Appraisals delivers certified machinery and equipment appraisal services across Iowa, providing reliable valuations for farms and businesses.
Compliant Onsite or Desktop Solutions for the Iowa Market
Desktop Appraisal
Our Desktop Appraisal service provides a streamlined, highly efficient valuation option for Des Moines business owners, brokers, and lenders who need a certified asset evaluation without a physical site visit. By analyzing a comprehensive asset inventory and condition report supplied by your organization, we deliver a USPAP compliant opinion of value in less than 3 days. This remote approach is exceptionally suited for standard commercial assets, office technologies, and transport fleets across Iowa ensuring your financial deadlines are met with a certified report that respects your schedule and budget. Click here to learn more
Onsite Appraisal
For specialized industrial machinery or large scale inventories that demand a physical presence, we deliver comprehensive Onsite Appraisal field inspections throughout the greater Des Moines metro area. Our expert field analysts travel directly to your facility whether located in the industrial sectors of Ankeny, the distribution hubs of Altoona, or the commercial offices of West Des Moines to carefully document serial numbers, manufacturer specifications, and maintenance histories. Utilizing rigorous cost and market research methodologies, we construct an ironclad valuation aligned with the Iowa economy, providing your completed, high integrity report in just 3 to 5 business days after our visit. Click here to learn more
As the economic engine of Central Iowa, Des Moines boasts a sophisticated mix of traditional industry and modern commerce, and our valuation library is fully customized to reflect these regional assets. We have documented the best practices for navigating shifting market values across the area's core business sectors, ranging from advanced manufacturing plants and major logistics facilities to agricultural processing operations, financial service centers, and specialized medical clinics. By applying our deep cross industry experience to your specific business model, we provide a valuation report that delivers the exact precision and defensibility your Central Iowa organization requires.
The US Asset Appraisals team combines decades of corporate experience with a deep understanding of the Midwestern industrial marketplace. We have optimized our internal workflows to ensure that every Iowa client receives a fast, reliable, and professional determination of equipment value that satisfies strict accounting, lending, and tax requirements. Our process emphasizes absolute transparency and professional precision from the initial data compilation to the final certified report, providing Des Moines enterprises with an authoritative valuation that stands up to the highest levels of institutional scrutiny.
FAQ for Iowa Equipment Appraisal Market
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Each Appraisal is individually quoted based on the amount of assets being appraised and the scope of work. We review each job, and we try to save the client money with our bid while still giving a realistic bid based on real conditions. We also like to give you an expected total cost up front – our quotes usually can get back to you within an hour. Our machinery and equipment appraisals start out at $600.
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Again, this is specific to each company or job. On most small to medium jobs, we can usually have the report in your email within 3-5 days after we have received all the data. Larger jobs will be given an expectation up front. The longest we take is 2 weeks for mid market or larger businesses with multiple locations. Our systems and technology have allowed us to be the most efficient in the industry.
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Yes! We only produce Qualified and Certified Equipment Appraisal Reports. We use the U.S.P.A.P. and I.F.R.S. guidelines depending on the client’s specific needs. All of our Appraisers have passed stringent training, maintain continuing education, and hold themselves out as Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraisers. Our Appraisers have one or more of the top certifications in this field. Our reports all come with a useful analysis.
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Yes! This is the same as above. We only produce Qualified and Certified Equipment Appraisal Reports. We use the U.S.P.A.P. and I.F.R.S. guidelines depending on the client’s specific needs. All of our Appraisers have passed stringent training, maintain continuing education, and hold themselves out as Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraisers. Our Appraisers have one or more of the top certifications in this field, those being: CMEA (Certified Machinery & Equipment Appraiser) and the GPPA (Graduate Personal Property Appraiser.
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We will schedule your appraisal and work through collecting the data either by an onsite visit or through desktop collection after we receive the following from you:
1. The Client Requesting the report.
2. The Business and or locations where the equipment is located.
3. The Time Frame you need your report in.
4. What the Appraisal is for. (Scope of work)
5. An asset list or depreciation schedule to quote the job.
6. Contact information (Phone, Email, Titles, Etc.)
This step generally takes less than an hour.
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1st - The main difference between the two is the cost of the desktop appraisal will be lower due to the fact that our equipment appraiser did not physically go onsite, saving time for the appraiser. We have a data collection Form that will help you give us all the information we need, saving YOU Time & Money.
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Locations and Contact Information:
Email: Frank.Aiello@usassetappraisals.com
Minneapolis, Minnesota (Headquarters): 763-226-9318
Des Moines, Iowa: 515-207-7632 2407 SE Delaware Ave #1045, Ankeny, IA 50021
Iowa Equipment Appraisals
U.S. Asset Appraisals provides certified machinery and equipment appraisals in Iowa. Trusted valuations for agriculture, manufacturing, and businesses. Iowa’s economy relies on agriculture, advanced manufacturing, and growing healthcare and construction industries. At U.S. Asset Appraisals, we provide certified machinery and equipment valuations that meet the unique needs of these sectors. From farm machinery and combines to CNC machines and medical equipment, our appraisers deliver USPAP-compliant reports that withstand financial, legal, and tax review.
We serve clients across Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City, Iowa City, and Waterloo, providing appraisals for SBA loans, mergers, estate planning, insurance claims, and litigation support. Each valuation is supported by detailed market research and industry data, ensuring accuracy and reliability no matter the purpose.
Businesses and professionals across Iowa choose U.S. Asset Appraisals because we combine certified expertise with a deep understanding of the state’s industries. Our reports are clear, defensible, and designed to help clients make confident financial and legal decisions.
Secure a certified machinery and equipment appraisal in Iowa today. Contact U.S. Asset Appraisals to request a consultation with our appraisal team.
