Relocating due to a job or for family reasons? Millions of Americans relocate every year for a variety of reasons, many of whom to or from Boston. Relocation may seem daunting, but with the right moving company you can be packed up, moved, and unpacked in no time. Below are a few things you can expect from our Boston movers during your relocation. Pre-Move Services Mastodon Moving has helped dozens of Boston area homeowners get their home ready for the market. Read More...

Boxes? Check! Clothes? Check! Giant 100 lb rectangle upstairs?… Mattresses are heavy, awkward, and about as wide as a room. Still, they are a valuable investment, that aren’t cheap, and something you definitely would like transport without damaging.Lucky for you, the reader, we have the guide to help you perform this move without ruining your mattress in the process. Choosing a Transportation Method This starts with choosing the right vehicle to use, and this is where moving companies can come in handy. Read More...

Finding a moving company with enough experience packing and moving belongings can be difficult. Luckily, Heidi Zizza and Amy Uliss – two Boston area Real estate agents – have done their research and asked JJ Przybylski from Mastodon Moving to get the details regarding what it takes to be a professional moving company. WACA-TV’s recent Real Estate 101 episode took Realtors Heidi Zizza and Amy Uliss to Westborough where Mastodon Moving is headquartered. Read More...

You may not be aware of this, but May is National Moving Month. Roughly 40 million Americans move each year and May marks the beginning of peak moving season. Seeing as nice weather typically runs from May to September, a majority of folks looking to move schedule their moves during the summer. After all, in the summer you don’t have to deal with snowstorms or icy sidewalks which makes the entire process much, much simpler. Read More...

Welcome to your new home or apartment! We’re sure the first thing you’re looking to do is set up your wifi router so you can take pictures of your new digs and upload them to social media. Not so fast. We’re here to tell you that there’s actually a science behind where to put your router in order to maximize it’s range throughout your home. Where to Place Your Router for Ideal Wifi Connection Choose a Central Location. Read More...

“Rain, rain go away, come again some other day!,” is probably precisely what’s going through your head if you’ve just checked the weather forecast, only to discover that it’s supposed to pour on your scheduled moving day. Not to worry, though, there are plenty of steps you can take to make your moving day a success, even if it is nice weather for ducks. Prepare Your Moving Vehicle The first thing you need to do is make sure the vehicle you plan to move your belongings in is free from any leaks or broken seals. Read More...

With winter well in our rearview, it’s time to embrace spring with open arms. If you’re moving soon, even better. For one, you get to avoid the big summer rush while also not having to move all your belongings in freezing temperatures. Take advantage of everything spring moving has to offer and utilize our tips! Book Early While summer may be the most popular moving season, the spring season is no stranger to busy schedules. Read More...

The warmer weather has arrived and for those who are looking to move soon, it’s prime time to get your house up on the market. Our Real estate sources say this spring is going to be a competitive market, which means you are most likely going to get the selling price you’re asking for. But why is spring the perfect season for selling a home? Why Choose Springtime to Sell a Home When it comes to home staging, there’s no better backdrop for your staged home than during the spring. Read More...

When it comes to moving tips, you’ll be hard-pressed to find pointers that focus on areas other than the home itself. If you’re moving house and have elected not to hire professional movers, you might find yourself scratching your head regarding what to do with everything in your shed. With spring finally rearing its head, let’s go over a few handy tricks for packing up your shed for your upcoming move. Read More...

Much like your basement or attic, your garage can be a place where clutter accumulates. After all, it can happen easily, and your car is usually the only one in there to witness it, and they likely aren’t going to tell anyone. But, the more you add the less organized the entire space becomes. Once that happens, it can be a bit embarrassing when opening your garage. People will dismiss the chaos because it keeps their actual living space from being inundated with items, particularly after a big move. Read More...