Certified Equipment Appraisals in North Dakota

U.S. Asset Appraisals provides certified machinery and equipment appraisal services across North Dakota, delivering accurate valuations for all industries.

Compliant Onsite or Desktop Solutions for the Peace Garden State

Desktop Appraisal

Need a defensible equipment valuation without the logistics of a site visit? Our Desktop Appraisal service is a high speed solution for North Dakota business owners and lenders. By analyzing a detailed asset listing provided by your team, we deliver a certified opinion of value in less than 3 days. Whether you are managing a fleet of service vehicles in the Bakken or office assets in Grand Forks, this streamlined process provides a bank ready report without the downtime, keeping your operation moving forward. Click here to learn more

Onsite Appraisal

US Asset Appraisals sends our expert team directly to your facility or job site. From the oil fields of Williston to the manufacturing plants in Fargo, we document every critical attribute manufacturer specs, serial numbers, and physical condition through high resolution photography and on site analysis. Using cost and market approach, we ensure your valuation is ironclad. Your final report is delivered in just 3–5 business days after the inspection.. Click here to learn more

Industries Served

From the energy and petroleum sectors to the massive agricultural and construction operations that define the Northern Plains, we understand the assets that power North Dakota. We are constantly building our library of industry resources, documenting the best practices for navigating the specific market shifts of the Red River Valley and the Bakken Formation. By leveraging our success across multiple sectors, we’ve created a process that delivers the precision and clarity your North Dakota company requires.

Our Process

The US Asset Appraisals team brings decades of specialized experience to the North Dakota market, offering deep knowledge of regional asset values and local economic trends. We have refined a streamlined appraisal process that allows our team to work diligently for our clients, quickly determining the true value of your equipment. Our deep industry expertise ensures your North Dakota enterprise receives a fast, defensible, and high integrity report that stands up to the toughest scrutiny.

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Locations and Contact Information:

Email: Frank.Aiello@usassetappraisals.com

Minneapolis, Minnesota (Headquarters): 763-226-9318

Chicago, Illinois: 773-609-0997

Minocqua, Wisconsin: 715-892-0288

Duluth, Minnesota: 218-464-9869

St. Cloud, Minnesota: 320-247-6400

Los Angeles, California: 562-614-3023

Des Moines, Iowa: 515-207-7632

FAQs

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

North Dakota’s Dependable Equipment Appraiser​s

U.S. Asset Appraisals provides North Dakota businesses with certified machinery and equipment appraisal services designed to meet diverse needs. Our appraisers specialize in valuing construction equipment, agricultural machinery, manufacturing systems, restaurant kitchens, medical devices, and transportation fleets. Every appraisal is USPAP compliant and backed by comprehensive market data and industry analysis. We proudly serve clients in Fargo, Bismarck, Grand Forks, Minot, West Fargo, Williston, and Dickinson, as well as surrounding communities throughout the state. Business owners, attorneys, accountants, and lenders across North Dakota rely on our valuations for financing, mergers and acquisitions, litigation support, insurance, and tax reporting. With proven expertise and a strong commitment to accuracy, U.S. Asset Appraisals is the trusted source for machinery and equipment valuations in North Dakota.