The South End is one of the city of Boston’s most desired treasures for many people. The area is bordered by the Back Bay, Chinatown and Roxbury and, although it’s square mileage is quite small compared to some suburbs of the city, it offers rich culture and history. So, what makes people flock to the South End? Victorian-Style Architecture. Established in the mid-1800’s as a means to find more space for an over-crowded Boston, the South End boasts gorgeous brick and brownstone row homes that define Victorian architecture. Read More...

Aside from the facts that the delicious Fig Newton cookie was named after the town, or that Clint Eastwood has decided to move and run for mayor, Newton MA is a wonderful place to live if anyone is looking to permanently reside in the Boston area. So, what makes this town such a best-seller? Here are a few reasons. 1.) Living in Newton is convenient The D Line branch of the MBTA’s Green Line rail ends in Newton, which means those who live in the town and work in the city get the benefit of public transportation. Read More...

Summer is the perfect time to be moving long distance. The kids are out of school, or perhaps you’ve finally become empty nesters and can move to that far-away place you’ve always dreamed of. The first hurdle, however, is packing all of your belongings. We’ve been in the business of moving long enough to know that no matter how organized you are, packing is still stressful when you’re moving. The solution? Read More...

Deciding to move is an exciting experience, but sometimes picking the right place to move to within an area is challenging. Do you choose inner city, rural countryside, or suburbs? For those moving to the Boston area, it’s the suburbs that people are flocking to these days. Here are the three main reasons why the Boston suburbs are in high demand. More Space. For young couples looking to start a family, or perhaps expand upon their family, the Boston suburbs are the place to be. Read More...

May is one of the busiest moving months of the year; college students are graduating and need to move either back home or to a new job. Many families move around this time as they want their young children to finish up the school year first. In all, an estimated 14.2% of the US population moves every year. Because May is the start of the “moving season,” many professional moving companies are getting booked up. Read More...

As a Boston moving company, we like to think we know the area better than most. So, take it to heart when we say that these 5 tips about moving to Boston are imperative to successfully navigating and living in this city. 1.) Prepare to Walk. Boston is one of the most walk-able cities in the northeast. When in the downtown area, the major attractions are all within a few miles of each other. Read More...

So you’ve finally decided to opt for a professional moving company for your next long distance move. That was the easy decision. The harder being not knowing what qualities to look for when choosing that long distance moving company. At Mastodon Moving LLC, there are a few characteristics that we live by that have helped us build our solid reputation as being a professional moving company in Boston. Here’s what to look for when making your choice. Read More...

Your favorite Boston area moving company is back at it again helping the community. Mastodon Moving LLC has teamed up with Jane Doe Inc. – a statewide sexual and domestic violence coalition to promote the safety and dignity of victims – to give awareness to men about abusive relationships. Their campaign is called “Displays of Character: Men Reimagining Manhood.” The traveling exhibit was kicked off by Jane Doe Inc.’s White Ribbon Day Campaign that took place on March 3rd. Read More...

Last month, Mastodon Moving tackled a complex South End move that involved moving high value art items and a baby grand piano. These complex moves require experience, care and patience – traits that JJ Przybylski, owner of Mastodon Moving, and his crew all have. The South End move took place over three days and was a huge success. Pryzbylski first met with the homeowners and drew up a custom-catered moving plan. Read More...

Moving is a very complicated process, but if you have a lot of stuff to sift through and an entire house to downsize, you may want to consider opting for move management services. A 2013 study by retirement specialist Key Retirement Solutions revealed that one in five people over the age of 55 plan on downsizing in the next five years. Hiring a professional moving company that offers moving management – such as Mastodon Moving located in Wayland MA – is a great way to help you get organized for the next chapter of your life. Read More...