If we could, all of us would move residences under the most perfect of circumstances. No rushing, no complications, and no stress would result in, perhaps, the most perfect move ever. Unfortunately, life typically isn’t so kind. Sometimes, moving out is forced upon you or you’re working with an incredibly short timeline. Packing, being perhaps the most grueling part of the process, typically occupies enough time right up until moving day. Read More...

It is no surprise that moving can be incredibly stressful. Balancing packing your belongings and regular life coupled with work can be a challenging task indeed. This is why Mastodon Moving was created – to lighten the load of the moving process. Prior to assisting with your move, Mastodon Moving conducts an important assessment known as an in-home moving survey. Understanding Home Moving Surveys In-home moving surveys are essential to the moving process, as they provide the company with valuable information that is tantamount to a successful moving process. Read More...

The winter can be beautiful but it can also be pretty brutal, especially in New England. 2018 in Boston has started off with some seriously cold temperatures and if you’re moving relatively soon, it’s going to be a frigid experience for sure. But, you have to move when you have to move and if it happens in the winter then so be it. It’s not all bad either because there are some perks to moving in the winter. Read More...

Moving is never easy, and it gets increasingly more difficult when heavy objects are involved. If you’re lucky enough your furniture may come apart in pieces and is, therefore, more easy to move. However, many antique furniture pieces, artwork, and statues cannot come apart. Mastodon Moving is here to give you a quick How To lesson when it comes to moving furniture. Moving Furniture Using Floor Sliders Furniture sliders may not be the go-to method, but it’s certainly the technique that requires the least amount of effort. Read More...

Packing is probably the toughest task you’ll face when preparing to move out of your current home and into your new one. It usually lasts throughout the entire process of the move, right up until moving day. While the task is certainly daunting, we’ve gone and done you a favor by compiling a list of things you should not pack for your movers. Check out the list below! Dangerous Household Goods Moving companies will not transport your hazardous goods, especially if they have to be taken hundreds of miles to their new destination. Read More...

Spending New Years Eve in Boston and looking for a spectacular way to usher in 2018? Our professional home movers in Boston have pooled together our knowledge of the city’s best New Years Eve destinations for you, your friends, and your family. Boston Harbor Hotel’s Winter on the Wharf An event both kids and adults alike will love, the Winter on the Wharf event includes ice-skating, hot chocolate, cookies and intricately-carved ice sculptures from 1 PM to 4 PM. Read More...

Moving isn’t cheap, and it definitely isn’t stress free. Even if you’re a highly organized person, there is likely one portion of the experience where you’ll find yourself anxious or on edge for any given reason regarding the move. Part of that stress originates from the fact that you’re likely spending a pretty penny to transfer all of your belongings from your old place to your new one. However, don’t fret! Read More...

Is your little family expanding and you need a bit more space? Starter homes in the city of Boston are becoming scarce these days, so why not look further out into the city? With multiple lines of public transit to get you into the city in the morning, the suburbs are your best bet for space and peace and quiet. Our home movers cover Boston and it’s surrounding suburbs and we’re here to give you a better idea of how much a new starter home will cost you in which area. Read More...

Taking on a move by yourself can be a stressful endeavor. Initially, it seems easy. You just get your things together in boxes, label them, set them aside, and continue packing until you’re ready for the move. But, you also must think about transport, moving everything into your new living space, and any potential issues that might pop up along the way. The more you think about it, the more you start to realize just how much can go wrong. Read More...

If you’ve moved a couple times, chances are you’re familiar with the whole packing experience. Perhaps you’ve even paired down your items to the bare essentials at this point so you don’t have to pack as many items. For those who haven’t moved very often or it’s been awhile, our professional movers in Boston are here to provide some insight into how we pack so efficiently. The end goal is to always maximize space and ensure that all items are safe and secure inside their respective box or wooden crate. Read More...