When going through the motions of a move, the thought might dawn on you (more than once) that you possess too many items. Having a lot of home items isn’t a problem, of course, but they can get in the way of maintaining a smooth move. So, a perfect option for those who find themselves knee deep in the process is to rent a storage unit. Not only do they serve as a safe space for your furniture and personal belongings, but they can also keep any extra items organized long after your move is complete. Read More...

As if the Boston Real estate market wasn’t already hot and competitive enough, online rental resources like Airbnb aren’t making things any easier for those living within the city limits. It’s estimated that nearly 2,000 housing units within Boston could be freed up for long-term renting with Mayor Martin J Walsh’s new proposal. The Walsh Proposal The proposal seeks to curb the abuse of Airbnb and other short-term rental businesses that landlords have taken advantage of. Read More...

When getting ready for a move with a toddler, you might often think you’ll be more stressed than they are. After all, you’re handling the finances and logistics. However, a move can be a difficult transition for your young one too. Toddlers are typically creatures of habit and changes to their routine can be troublesome. If you can identify your child’s fears and stresses, though, while focusing on their needs, you can mitigate most issues. Read More...

This Friday, February 9th, Mastodon Moving LLC is hosting the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) at their storage facility in Westborough, located at 200 Homer Ave. The all-day event is scheduled between 8 AM to 5 PM and catered towards local and regional area contractors. “We’re thrilled to be able to host this event for NARI members in the greater Boston area,” said JJ Przybylski, owner of Mastodon Moving LLC. Read More...

If you’re moving out soon and have elected to pack up your home or apartment yourself, you may need a few pointers. After all, not every item from your current living space will join you in traveling to your new home. However, you’ll want to be sure to bring along your most prized possessions. If those possessions happen to be rather fragile, you can’t just throw them in any box. In order to keep your delicate items intact from point A to point B, you’re going to need to utilize a few key packing tips. Read More...

Long distance moving is exciting and at the same time extremely daunting to those who haven’t been in the situation before. Boston area families looking to move across the country without the aid of a professional moving company may find that they’ve got way more work on their hands. Our moving company in Boston specializes in long distance moving because we believe that a big move like this shouldn’t be any harder on your family than it may already be. Read More...

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...

When we think of moving, we generally envision ourselves heading off to a local hardware store in Boston and stocking up on dozens of cardboard boxes. Although these days there cardboard boxes of varying sizes and thickness, you may have items in your home that just shouldn’t be in a cardboard box. At Mastodon Moving, we see so many homeowners attempting to pack their valuables into cardboard boxes, only to have these boxes rip or worse bottom out once lifted. Read More...

Professional packers are an essential aspect of any moving company. They are highly experienced and move with incredible speed and efficiency. It is their job to pack tightly and carefully while avoiding making the boxes too heavy or light. Trained to meet high industry standards, these workers make packing look like a breeze. If you opt to utilize professional packing services, expect packers to perform a walk-through of your home with you. 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...