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 throw everything that makes them feel safe and secure entirely out the window. Even if you have the most laid back dog on the planet, (s)he can easily become stressed as the move progresses. Read More...

It is no surprise that the entire moving process can be a bit difficult. With the need to simultaneously balance packing, unpacking settling in, and regular life, it becomes fairly easy to get overwhelmed. This is why Mastodon Moving offers in-house moving services. What is In-Home Moving? In-house moving services don’t necessarily require movers to move objects from one home to another, but perhaps from one room to another, such as a bedroom to a living room. Read More...

It is no surprise that moving can be incredibly stressful. Balancing packing your belongings and regular life coupled with work can be a challenging task indeed. This is why Mastodon Moving was created – to lighten the load of the moving process. Prior to assisting with your move, Mastodon Moving conducts an important assessment known as an in-home moving survey. Understanding Home Moving Surveys In-home moving surveys are essential to the moving process, as they provide the company with valuable information that is tantamount to a successful moving process. Read More...

The winter can be beautiful but it can also be pretty brutal, especially in New England. 2018 in Boston has started off with some seriously cold temperatures and if you’re moving relatively soon, it’s going to be a frigid experience for sure. But, you have to move when you have to move and if it happens in the winter then so be it. It’s not all bad either because there are some perks to moving in the winter. Read More...

Moving is never easy, and it gets increasingly more difficult when heavy objects are involved. If you’re lucky enough your furniture may come apart in pieces and is, therefore, more easy to move. However, many antique furniture pieces, artwork, and statues cannot come apart. Mastodon Moving is here to give you a quick How To lesson when it comes to moving furniture. Moving Furniture Using Floor Sliders Furniture sliders may not be the go-to method, but it’s certainly the technique that requires the least amount of effort. Read More...

Moving isn’t cheap, and it definitely isn’t stress free. Even if you’re a highly organized person, there is likely one portion of the experience where you’ll find yourself anxious or on edge for any given reason regarding the move. Part of that stress originates from the fact that you’re likely spending a pretty penny to transfer all of your belongings from your old place to your new one. However, don’t fret! Read More...

Taking on a move by yourself can be a stressful endeavor. Initially, it seems easy. You just get your things together in boxes, label them, set them aside, and continue packing until you’re ready for the move. But, you also must think about transport, moving everything into your new living space, and any potential issues that might pop up along the way. The more you think about it, the more you start to realize just how much can go wrong. Read More...

Moving can be stressful, to say the least. Even the most organized folks feel the heat during their move from time to time, which is a mild consolation. If you’re less than organized, or downright all over the place, there’s a moderate chance you’re not quite ready for what lies ahead. A happy go lucky attitude is perfectly fine but your move does require a bit more finesse than, “I’m sure I’ll figure it out. Read More...

So you’ve finally settled down into your first home; the down payment was made, your moving company has delivered and unpacked all your belongings, and now it’s time to settle in. Being a first time homeowner is exciting, but sometimes people get caught up in the moment and end up making costly financial mistakes. Here are three key tips to being a successful first time homeowner. Tone Down The Remodeling. Read More...

There are times when you probably wonder to yourself, “why have I put myself in this situation?” Moving during the holidays is likely one of those times. The holidays can be absolute chaos, especially if you have children or a large family, or both. Add moving to the mix and you might just be pushed over the edge. However, we have some tips to make the process a little simpler! Save yourself from a stress vortex and check out our list… Read More...