Steve San Sebastian inspired confidence from the beginning. His very large hand reminded me of my father's strength and ability to perform during challenging circumstances. Steve previewed the many tools that my late husband had used and cherished. As he identified many of them by name and explained that he had been selling similar items for many years, including the 4-post car lift, the stress I felt began to dissipate. Gilbert and Anthony were amazing to watch as they quickly sorted and grouped tools in lots. I was thrilled as those automotive, machinist, and construction tools were arranged to look appealing as if they were in a retail store! Steve's advertising provided outstanding publicity, and the day of the auction, people came! For me, it was a day to honor my late husband as the attendees were very complimentary of the quality of his tools and his loving care for them. Most of the tools went home the day of the sale. Steve was diligent in getting the buyers to take home the large mill, lathe, and car within three days. The monetary gain far exceeded my hopes. All in all, I am very pleased with the results. Fresno Estates and Auctions is the best! read more

Steve and his team were amazing! The prep ahead of sale day was remarkable.... Everyone was industrious and upbeat. Especially Sydney and Gilbert. They provided the motivation to us to keep going even after the auction was over. And because buyers arrived from L.A. and the Bay Area, it was very lucrative. A great experience! read more

I have attended an estate sale by Fresno Estates & Auction since the one that prompted my initial review and am posting an update. I appreciate the owner, Steve, reaching out regarding my review with an explanation of what his customers that weekend were NOT aware of. Covid has caused havoc around us in so many ways these past two years. I have witnessed businesses/restaurants crippled (and some forced to close) due to staff exposures/infections. It's definitely been a big stressor for business owners, I get that. It's unfortunate that everyone was feeling the effects it caused that weekend. At the most recent sale attended, Steve was his usual happy self and joking around with his customers. :) If you've never been to an estate sale, you're missing out on a treasure hunt. You never know what you'll find! I have never attended an auction at FE & A, but the hubby loves going to them. Check online for info about local estate sales and auctions for a fun adventure yourself! read more

This is a fun auction with a wide variety of merchandise, both new and vintage, from the practical to the unusual. It's possible to pick up some great bargains. If you get on their email list, you'll receive notices of upcoming auctions which include plenty of photographs of the items that will be up for bid (and always includes one or two photos of Izzy the cat helping to display the merchandise). Steve and his family are honest and personable. Snacks available for purchase. There's always a lot of stuff, so plan on spending about 3 hours. read more

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My husband and I are executors of our friends estate and had to have an estate auction. Steven Sr., Steven Jr. and the entire crew were Amazing! They were so accommodating, professional, and friendly and over 98% of the contents of the house was sold! We highly recommend these nice people for your auction or estate sale needs. read more

Steve and his crew are very nice except 1 lol find a lot of good stuff are honest and willing to help you anytime they can

Fresno Auction is the best! Steve and his crew are knowledgeable and helpful to everyone. For a first timer it's always fun to come away with a deal. Personally I've been coming to Fresno Auction over the last five years. I've come away with what I think are some incredible deals. Get on their mailing list. They have an auction every Thursday evening. You can swing by during the day to see the auction items in person. I found Steve and his employees to be honest and sincere people to do business with. Go on down and grab a deal. The auction process is simple and easy. Good luck !!!! read more

Have personally seen numbered lots deleted from being auctioned at several auctions over the years. One was an authentic Roseville vase. The consigner did not cancel the contract and pull the lot, - these consignors are no longer living, and have no family. One time asked the owner if he could recommend someone who would for a generous fee, remove the 100+ lbs WIN I just acquired, and he said, "No". And then he kept walking. When my fellow bidder, the doctor, came to help dissemble the large piece, - the owner did a 180' and was all smiles. I too have witnessed the high $ amount on so called "absentee bid" the auctioneer tells the bidders. Those who are seasoned auction folk, can see right through him. read more

After being to auctions on a regular basis, I have to say it was nice to have a professional experience at the auction yesterday. Thank you Fresno Auction company. Sign in was smooth (the ladies seemed to be having fun visiting with customers) The auctioneer's son, Steven, introduced himself and offered any answers about the auction (I've never seen that customers service at other auctions.) I purchased my item and then this morning, I got to thinking, yesterday was nice so here I m writing. read more

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We love this auction. Steve, Heidi, Suzy and the staff are like family. You never know what you will find. Had an issue with one item we purchased. It had gotten broken from the time we previewed it until the time we went to pick it up. Steve made it right by not charging us for the broken item. They always seem to do the right thing. Get on the email list and review the photos of upcoming auctions. They are usually every Thursday and then on the weekends. read more

I hate writing bad reviews and have let how I felt about these guys sit with me for a couple day. Bottom line I would not want them handling mine or my mothers or anyone I love estate. Very bummed with my experience as a costumer read more

I recently came into town to attend an auction I saw advertised on line. It sounded great and started late enough for me to get there after work. I realize auctions sell used stuff but Jesus, there were piles of complete crap being auctioned off for minimums of $2.50. OK so it's cheep but It looks like someone just vomited a truck load from the dump. Inside was the "nicer stuff" and you could find an appliance or two, a few low end collectibles, and vintage TV's and outdated computers, The furniture I came for was Freakin rough. I guess if you can get past the junk yard piled everywhere around the sale items, put up with the auctioneer who starts the auction with a warning that made me feel like I was going to steal something or not pay, you might enjoy yourself. This guy was either bi-polar, a control freak or just another ass that thought his jokes were funny. Even the group of bidders that looked like they walked off the train tracks made the night special. . fine... try it... knock yourself out. After asking the over run women behind about consigning... well, I figured I'd rather keep my 35% consignors fee. I already paid enough to buy my new stuff that night. I'm not going back and I'm giving all my friends fair warning read more

Bunch of junk for the most part. The auctions go very slow for the most part. The auctioneer will try to talk up all the junk even lie at times about stuff just to try to make a buck read more

You never know what treasures you will find when you attend an auction at Fresno Auction Company. Sometimes it's at their facility and other times it's out in the community at the source, but either way, I have come away with some great deals and had a lot of fun in the process! Great auctioneers and wonderful staff. read more

ok I have been to fresno auction sales in cayucos and fresno . I have been a buyer and also had them take care of my mom's estate sale . very professionally handled , honest , and respectful of the sellers items . what I noticed most is that they work hard for the seller which sometimes makes the buyer that doesn't get his way a little upset . some times you get lucky , some times you don't . i highly recommend this company to a buyer or a seller and will be back many times myself . read more

The warehouse looks like a messy storage room, Trust me, NOTHING classy about the auction house. You can sometimes find a needle in a haystack but know you're still paying the price plus 10% buyers preium and tax. I've left at the end thinking, "was that really a good deal" but that's auctions. The staff seam distracted at times and the auctioneer a bit full of himself but, it's an OK place. read more

I was selling furniture from my house at one of the street yard sales when I met Steve, the owner. He told me that he could do a lot better for me than how I was selling from my driveway. Not so. I was really disappointed in the check that I received (which was weeks late). I would have done much better selling on my own. On the plus side, my home furnishings and garage were emptied fairly quickly. read more

Waited 5 hours to bid on a vintage motorcycle only to find out that supposedly there was a bid on eBay for several times the actual value of the bike and this was the starting bid. Interestingly, this bike was not an active listing or a completed listing in eBay. The whole eBay thing was a hoax and was something that was never disclosed in the first place. Like most auctions, things sold for pennies on the dollar until this motorcycle came up. Research would indicate they used the "sold" price of a concours restoration bike (not theirs--I have the VIN for that one) that sold on eBay before this auction. Very disappointed in the complete lack of integrity. read more

I just found out about this company got some very extraordinary good buys... and FUN !! My best friend of 70 years and I just have a ball and get different lots so cheap and then find wonderful stuff (and some not so wonderful)... all in boxes or in books and I got some GREAT Oak bookcases for $5 or so for our Gem & Mineral Society.... It goes quickly and we enjoy the bidding.. Steve and his son describing the different "stuff" is entertainment and gets pretty exciting. Our Friends are anxious to go, but busy right now. read more