Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Real Estate Appraisals in Wisconsin
Gargulak Appraisal Services has been a trusted name in real estate valuation since 2001, delivering precise and reliable appraisals for commercial, industrial, multi-family, and special-purpose properties across Wisconsin and beyond. Our team combines decades of hands-on experience with deep institutional knowledge, having worked with lenders, attorneys, government entities, and private owners to solve complex real estate challenges. We specialize in unique properties including conservation easements, hospitality assets, and industrial timberland, while maintaining strict adherence to USPAP standards. Our founder, Jon Gargulak, brings over 25 years of expertise from both appraisal and institutional finance backgrounds, ensuring clients receive nuanced valuations informed by market realities. We serve clients through comprehensive consulting services for mortgage financing, estate planning, eminent domain cases, and more.With additional team members like Aaron Johnson and Davis Drewiske, we provide localized expertise across Wisconsin and Minnesota. Our commitment to education is demonstrated through Jon's ongoing instruction at the Appraisal Institute and former adjunct teaching role at UW-Stout. We maintain active community involvement through organizations like the Rotary Club of Eau Claire. Our approach combines technical precision with personalized service, ensuring clients receive actionable insights tailored to their specific needs. Whether handling single-tenant retail properties or complex conservation easements, we deliver consistent, defensible valuations that meet the highest professional standards.
Services
Commercial Appraisals
Industrial Properties
Vacant Land
Multi-Family Valuation
Special Use Properties
Eminent Domain Cases
Conservation Easements
Hospitality Tourism Assets
Assessment Appeals
Rural Waterfront Properties
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of commercial real estate appraisal experience
- Our team holds MAI designations and USPAP compliance expertise
- We specialize in unique properties including conservation easements and hospitality assets
- Our appraisers combine institutional finance backgrounds with local market knowledge
- We provide educational leadership through Appraisal Institute instruction
Associations and certifications
- Appraisal Institute (MAI)
Services
Commercial Appraisals
We provide comprehensive valuations for office buildings, mixed-use developments, and business parks. Our appraisals incorporate market analysis, income potential, and property condition assessments. Clients receive detailed reports meeting USPAP standards for mortgage financing and investment decisions.
Industrial Properties
Specializing in distribution centers, manufacturing plants, and industrial warehouses. We analyze location factors, functional utility, and market trends to deliver accurate valuations. Our reports support financing, tax appeals, and eminent domain cases across Wisconsin and Minnesota.
Vacant Land
Expert valuation of undeveloped parcels for conservation, residential, or commercial use. We assess zoning regulations, environmental factors, and development potential. Our analysis helps clients make informed decisions about land acquisitions and sales.
Special Use Properties
We appraise challenging properties including churches, funeral homes, and conservation easements. Our approach considers specialized market segments and alternative valuation methodologies. Clients benefit from our experience with rare property types requiring non-standard analysis.
Eminent Domain Cases
Providing expert testimony and valuation reports for condemnation proceedings. We analyze property rights, compensation calculations, and market impacts. Our work supports both property owners and government entities in fair market value determinations.
People
Jon Gargulak
Founder & MAI Appraiser
25+ year real estate appraisal expert with institutional finance background. Teaches at Appraisal Institute and UW-Stout. Specializes in complex commercial properties and conservation easements.
Aaron Johnson
Certified General Appraiser
Focuses on hospitality and tourism sector appraisals. Former forest products industry professional. Provides solutions for challenging real estate valuation issues in northern Wisconsin.
Davis Drewiske
Valuation Support Specialist
Supports valuation process with financial services background. Former NHL player with attention to detail. Handles administrative and analytical tasks for appraisal reports.
Questions
What types of properties do you appraise?
We specialize in commercial, industrial, multi-family, vacant land, and special-use properties including conservation easements, hospitality assets, and assessment appeals.
How are appraisal costs determined?
Costs depend on property complexity and scope. Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your specific needs and receive a tailored estimate.
What is USPAP compliance?
USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) sets ethical and procedural standards for appraisers. All our reports strictly follow these requirements for accuracy and professionalism.
Do you serve areas outside Wisconsin?
While based in Wisconsin, we provide appraisal services across Minnesota and handle inter-state assignments requiring specialized expertise in regional markets.
How long does an appraisal take?
Typical turnaround ranges from 1 week to 6 weeks depending on complexity. Most assignments complete within 4 weeks. We establish firm deadlines upon engagement.
