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Boston Area Apartment Moving Services
School’s out for summer! As all the greater Boston area colleges let out for the summer months, students are scrambling to sublet or rent out their off-campus apartments. We know that “Alston Christmas” (aka September 1st) is quite a ways away, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a mad dash to move on June 1st. Our Boston moving company is here to provide you with packing and unpacking services as well as local moving services in order to help make your life stress free. Read More...
10 Essential Household Cleaning Products
Are you planning on moving to a new Boston apartment this summer? Or perhaps you’re a first time homeowner and aren’t sure what to do once you’ve been handed the keys. First things first (and especially if you’re an apartment renter), you’ll need to arm yourself with these 10 essential home cleaning products. Container. Okay so this isn’t exactly a cleaning product, but a small storage container is ideal for holding all of your cleaning product necessities. Read More...
5 Best Furniture Stores in Boston
Hey Boston homeowner or apartment renter! Did you just curb your worn out sofa and chair, your dented, water-ringed kitchen table, and the twin bed you’ve had since college? We don’t blame you. At Mastodon Moving LLC, we strongly believe in the “New place, new you” life mantra. But now that our Boston moving company has helped you move your remaining furniture into your new space, you’re probably in need of some new stuff. Read More...
How to Prepare For a Moving Company
Moving around the Greater Boston area can be a tough process for anyone, especially if you have a large amount of possessions and furniture to move. Whether you are moving to a small apartment right in the North End, or skipping town for greener pastures in Western Massachusetts every move comes with it’s specific challenges. There are a few things you can do to ease the tension before a trusted moving company even arrives on moving day. Read More...
The Ultimate First Time Homeowner Checklist
Have you and your significant other finally decided to move from your rental apartment in the city to a full-sized home in the suburbs of Boston? Our full service moving company has helped move dozens of couples into a larger space in preparation for starting a family. If there’s one thing you need to know about being a first time homeowner: it doesn’t come easy – which is why our Boston movers have decided to give you the ultimate homeowner checklist for those who aren’t quite sure what to do once you’re handed the keys. Read More...
Mastodon Moving Attending The Friends of the Wayland Public Library Book Sale
On Friday, April 28th the Mastodon Moving crew is attending The Friends of Wayland Public Library’s annual spring book sale. The moving company’s roots stem from the Wayland area from which company owner JJ Przybylski was born and raised. “As movers, we have an innate responsibility to help out the community,” said Przybylski, “and The Friends of Wayland Public Library strive for the same goal; to assist others in need.” Read More...
What to Include in Your First Night Moving Box
Moving into a new home or apartment in the Boston area can be a daunting task for anyone. You can combat some of the stress by packing a ‘first night move-in box' and ensure a smooth, seamless transition into your new place! By having a first night box, you won’t have to spend time rummaging through a million boxes to find simple things like a mug for coffee, or your toothbrush. Read More...
Spring Cleaning? Request Our Junk Removal Services
With the weather expecting to warm up significantly next week (and hopefully stay that way until the fall season), many homeowners, businesses and apartment owners are getting that spring cleaning itch – and we don’t blame you! It feels great to purge items that you and your family, you and your apartment mates, or your business don’t need anymore. There’s no better time to clear out than during your moving process. Read More...
Why You Should Consider a Storage Container
Whether you’re doing some spring cleaning and need a little extra space around the home, or you have a college student home for the summer and need to store their furniture until next semester, a storage container is a great idea to help keep you organized. It’s also a great option if you’re doing a move that’s a longer process and need to keep your personal belonging safe during limbo. Read More...
Why Should I Ask for a Moving Estimate?
Moving can be challenging, and often what makes it so challenging is trying to find the right moving company for your needs. In the Boston area, we understand that you have a lot of options to choose from when it comes to moving companies, which is why it’s always recommended that you ask each company you’re considering hiring for a moving estimate What is a moving estimate? In the most basic sense, a moving estimate is what movers give to potential customers who are looking to know how much it will cost for moving services. Read More...