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Tool Appraisal
Tool appraisal services for insurance, divorce, estate settlement, charitable donation, and resale planning, prepared in accordance with USPAP. Tool Appraisals values hand tools, power tools, machine shop equipment, and woodworking machinery nationwide.
Tool Appraisals Offers Certified Valuations for Insurance, Estate Settlement, Charitable Donation, and Resale, and More
Tool Appraisals provides USPAP-compliant valuations of hand tools, power tools, machine shop equipment, and woodworking machinery, whether the report supports an insurance claim, an estate settlement, a charitable donation deduction, or a resale decision.
Every appraisal is prepared to meet the requirements of its intended use, from an insurance carrier to a probate court to the division of tools in a divorce.
Insurance Carriers & Policyholders
Estate Administrators & Heirs
Tax & Legal Professionals
Collectors & Resellers
Tool Appraisals Appraises All Types of Tools, Including Hand Tools, Power Tools, and Machine Shop Equipment
From a single specialty tool to a full shop inventory, we value the equipment tradespeople and collectors rely on.
- Wrenches and sockets
- Hand saws and chisels
- Measuring and layout tools
- Vintage and specialty hand tools
- Drills and impact drivers
- Sanders and grinders
- Portable saws
- Pneumatic tools
- Lathes and mills
- Presses and shears
- Welders
- Precision measuring instruments
- Table saws and planers
- Jointers and routers
- Dust collection systems
- Shop-built jigs and fixtures
Our Tool Appraisal Process, From Request to Report
- 01
Submit Your Request
Tell us about the tools or collection you need appraised and the reason for the report.
- 02
Scope & Documentation
We confirm the assets, intended use, and timeline, and gather any records or photos needed.
- 03
Valuation
Our appraiser completes the valuation online or on-site, depending on the scope of the project.
- 04
Report Delivered
You receive a USPAP-compliant report ready for your insurer, court, or tax filing.
CREDENTIALS & STANDARDS
Credentialed Tool and Equipment Appraisers
Our appraisers hold credentials with leading organizations such as the ASA, CAGA, and NEBB, and every report is prepared in accordance with USPAP.
NationwideCOVERAGE AREA
USPAPSTANDARD FOLLOWED
American Society of Appraisers
ASA
Certified Appraisers Guild of America
CAGA
NEBB Institute
Certified Machinery and Equipment Appraiser (CMEA)
The Appraisal Foundation
USPAP
NATIONWIDE COVERAGE
Tool Appraisal Coverage in All 50 States
Wherever your tools or equipment are located, our team can complete a certified appraisal online or on-site.
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
CLIENT VOICES
Trusted by Owners, Estates, and Insurers Nationwide
So easy to work with! They were quick, fair on price, and super helpful through the process. Definitely recommend!
We were very satisfied with the results - fast and efficient communication, understanding our company's needs, on-time delivery of the report, as well as reasonable price point. Highly recommend.
Resources
Appraisal Resources & Guides
Articles on appraisal values, appraisal standards, and getting the report you need.
Grouping Similar Tools Under the IRS $5,000 Donation Appraisal Threshold
The IRS treats a shop full of similar tools as one aggregated group when testing the $5,000 qualified appraisal threshold, even if no single wrench or drill is worth much. This guide walks through the grouping rule and a worked example so you know when a tool donation needs a qualified appraisal.
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Tool Appraisal for Divorce Guide: Valuing a Shop or Garage for Equitable Division
When a marriage ends, a contractor's truck full of equipment or a garage lined with tools has to be valued fairly for the split. This guide explains how tool appraisals for divorce work, what standard of value applies, and how to get a defensible number both sides can trust.
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Executor's Guide to Tool Appraisals for Estates
A tool appraisal for estate settlement establishes the fair market value of a decedent's tools and shop equipment as of the date of death, the number probate courts and the IRS actually require. This guide explains when you need one, how the value is used, and why online comps get rejected.
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How to Meet IRS Requirements When Donating Tools
Donating hand tools, power tools, or a full shop collection to a nonprofit can trigger IRS appraisal rules once the claimed deduction passes $5,000. This guide walks through the Form 8283 thresholds, how fair market value is determined for used tools, and what a qualified appraisal must include.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Tool Appraisal Questions
What types of tools do you appraise?
We appraise hand tools, power tools, machine shop and metalworking equipment, woodworking machinery, and specialty trade tool sets, whether as a single item or a full shop inventory.
Do you appraise tools for insurance purposes?
Yes. We prepare tool appraisals that document replacement cost or fair market value for insurance coverage and claims, prepared in accordance with USPAP.
Can a tool appraisal be used for an estate or probate matter?
Yes. Our reports establish a defensible date-of-value figure for estate settlement, probate filings, and distribution among heirs.
Is a tool appraisal completed online or in person?
Most tool appraisals are completed online using photos and documentation you provide. On-site visits are available for larger shop inventories or collections.
How is a tool appraisal priced?
Fees are fixed and quoted after we scope your assignment, based on the number of items, the complexity of the collection, and the intended use of the report.
How long does a tool appraisal take?
Turnaround varies by project. We confirm timing up front, including any deadline you're working against, such as a tax filing or court date.
Request a Tool Appraisal
Tell us about your tools and we'll follow up with next steps.