Moving tips & tricks

Advice from our Westborough, MA crew on moving, packing, storage and more — page 8 of 19.

Mastodon Moving Here to Help Residents Affected by Winter Storms

This past week has seen two major storms hit the greater Boston area – and both have affected residential homes in one way or another. High winds exceeding 60 mph in some areas along the coast resulted in power outages, downed trees and damage to roofs and…

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Solving Moving’s Biggest Problems

Moving can be a very enticing prospect, especially if you find yourself in a rut. Just think of it, the new environment, the scenery, and perhaps a whole new way of life. If you do make the decision to move, there is a lot to do prior to the day you actually…

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3 Moving Myths Debunked!

So, you’ve made the decision to move. Moving is no small endeavor and there are plenty of decisions you’ll have to make along the way to your new place. However, throughout your move, you’re going to speak with plenty of people who have opinions on the…

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Instances When In-Home Moving is the Best Choice

Moving doesn’t have to be from Point A to Point B. Sometimes hiring a moving company is necessary when your current home (that you don’t plan on moving out of any time soon) is undergoing some changes. In this instance, you’ll be opting for in-home moving…

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What to Know About Renting a Storage Unit for Your Move

When going through the motions of a move, the thought might dawn on you (more than once) that you possess too many items. Having a lot of home items isn’t a problem, of course, but they can get in the way of maintaining a smooth move. So, a perfect option for…

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Mayor Walsh To Curb Airbnb Rentals in Favor of Long-Term Renting

As if the Boston Real estate market wasn’t already hot and competitive enough, online rental resources like Airbnb aren’t making things any easier for those living within the city limits. It’s estimated that nearly 2,000 housing units within Boston could be…

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How Your Move Can Impact Your Toddler

When getting ready for a move with a toddler, you might often think you’ll be more stressed than they are. After all, you’re handling the finances and logistics. However, a move can be a difficult transition for your young one too. Toddlers are typically…

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Mastodon Moving Hosting NARI Event

This Friday, February 9th, Mastodon Moving LLC is hosting the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) at their storage facility in Westborough, located at 200 Homer Ave. The all-day event is scheduled between 8 AM to 5 PM and catered towards…

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How to Pack These 4 Fragile Items

If you’re moving out soon and have elected to pack up your home or apartment yourself, you may need a few pointers. After all, not every item from your current living space will join you in traveling to your new home. However, you’ll want to be sure to bring…

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Here’s Why You Should Hire Long Distance Movers

Long distance moving is exciting and at the same time extremely daunting to those who haven’t been in the situation before. Boston area families looking to move across the country without the aid of a professional moving company may find that they’ve got way…

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How to Properly Move Residences with a Dog

Moving is not without its stresses, particularly when it comes to your K-9 friend. Unlike children, you can only do so much to communicate with your dog that things are perfectly fine even though they appear very chaotic. Dogs love routine and a move can…

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3 Items That Should Always Be Crated

When we think of moving, we generally envision ourselves heading off to a local hardware store in Boston and stocking up on dozens of cardboard boxes. Although these days there cardboard boxes of varying sizes and thickness, you may have items in your home…

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