You’ve decided the city is where you want to spend the foreseeable future living. Little do some know, you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg and live directly downtown to enjoy all the wonders of Boston. There are dozens of neighborhoods surrounding the downtown Boston area where you can get all the same experiences for an easier to swallow price tag. Somerville, Massachusetts has been one of the ‘hotspots' for younger people to move to in the past decade or so. Read More...

It’s REALLY coming down in the Boston area right now and road conditions are looking less than ideal. You’re probably thinking “Thankfully my moving date isn’t right now!” However, the Massachusetts coastline area is supposed to be hit with a few more snow showers throughout the next few days. So if you’re moving at all during the month of February, it’s probably a good idea to be prepared for some snow. Read More...

If you’ve moved a few times in your life, you’re probably a pro by now at packing books, toys and even fine china and chandeliers. It looks like you’ve got everything packed up and ready to go – except the large flatscreen TV, speaker system, printer, desktop computer and laptops. In other words: you still need to pack all of your electronic devices. Not sure how to even begin packing electronic devices (putting your smartphone in your back pocket doesn’t count! Read More...

Moving can be an extremely stressful time for anybody, especially if it’s a multi-day move that includes high-value items. Luckily Mastodon Moving LLC has plenty of experience in this department to ensure your large multi-day move is as stress-free as possible. One of our recent successful multi-day moves can be seen on our Facebook below: Our Process For a multi-day move with high-value furniture or other items Mastodon Moving LLC follows a pretty well planned process to ensure all of you belongings arrive at your new home safely and on time. Read More...

So you’ve finally decided to move and Natick, MA was your choice (or maybe you’re still on the fence) read on to see what things you can expect being a new resident to Natick. The Big Stuff One reason why Natick is pretty well known across New England is the fact that it is home to miles 8-12 of the world famous Boston Marathon. Natick also is home to a few big corporate headquarters. Read More...

All the sudden you just landed a new job. Perhaps they are going to foot your moving expenses, but they didn’t give you and your family much time to pick up and leave. You and your spouse have now found yourselves scrambling to put in your two week’s notice, look for a new home, find a new school for the kids and reroute your mail. There’s so much to do and so little time before you’re supposed to be in a new town or city that you don’t possibly have any time to pack. Read More...

Brookline is the place to be these days for those who are looking to live close to a big city but still want to small-town vibes. The area is full of undergraduate and graduate students as well as young professionals and families. As a Boston moving company, we realize everyone is looking for an affordable area that’s easy to commute into the city. Brookline provides all of these things and more. Read More...

If you’re set on downsizing and need a temporary space to put your stuff, a storage unit can come in handy. However, not all storage facilities in Boston are created equal; some may be too small, others may be too expensive, while most aren’t climate controlled. t’s important to make sure that your items are stored properly or else they run the risk of being damaged, which is why at Mastodon Moving LLC we recommend climate controlled storage. Read More...

With so many things going on during a move, it is easy to forget a part of it. Be sure to read over these tips, to make sure that your move to or from Boston goes well and that you are avoiding any major issues. Remove heavy items from your dresser drawers. Perhaps you think you are done packing the night before your move, and suddenly spy a dresser in the corner of your bedroom, full of clothes and glassware. Read More...

Sooner or later, every family will be faced with a decision to move. Whether the move is your choice or something you must do for your job or financial reasons, your children may take this news a bit differently. Children like routine and don’t accept change too easily. The most important thing to do is maintain a positive attitude around your children if you are not happy about the move. They often look to you for reassurance, and they see you facing this change with positivity, they may feel the same way. Read More...