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Professional Movers Beat the DIY Approach in Every Move

  • #Apartment Moving
  • #Commercial Moving
  • #Home Moving
  • At Mastodon Moving, we’ve seen just about every moving scenario imaginable. And if there’s one thing we know for certain, it’s that do-it-yourself moves usually end up costing more in time, stress, and sometimes even injury than they save in money.

    We get it, we live in a DIY-encouraging culture right now. You can find endless content on moving and packing tips online, but ultimately, if you choose to DIY your move, it’s your body, time, and effort that have to make the move happen.

    That’s why so many families and businesses turn to experienced moving companies in Boston, MA, because moving is a job best left to people who do it every day.

    The Regretful Nature of DIY Moving

    On paper, a DIY move looks simple enough: rent a truck, gather some friends, start hauling, and buy everyone pizza and beer at the end of the day. But the things that don’t make it onto that checklist are the ones that matter most.

    Just to list a few:

    - Injuries from lifting incorrectly are common.
    - Scratches to floors, walls, or furniture can lead to expensive repairs.
    - The hours lost to packing, loading, and driving.
    - Renting and returning an appropriately-sized moving truck.
    - Opportunity costs: energy could have been spent on work, family, or settling into your new place.
    

    Everyone Underestimates Moving Challenges

    Even professionals in other trades sometimes underestimate how demanding moving can be. Not long ago, a contractor called us during a renovation project. He and four of his crew had tried to move a refrigerator that wouldn’t budge. They thought it might have been built into the kitchen because of its weight.

    We came in, evaluated the situation, and moved the fridge to the garage so they could finish refinishing the floors. The issue that had stalled their project for hours was resolved quickly because we had the right equipment and the right approach. Not to mention, combined decades of experience moving things like brute-heavy items like refrigerators.

    The Overwhelmed Homeowner

    Another situation stands out in our memory: a client whose husband had just undergone major surgery. With only three days to vacate the house before closing, she tried to pack on her own but quickly realized the task was too much.

    We stepped in with a clear plan. Our crew of eight packed the entire home, partnered with a junk removal company to dispose of items they didn’t need, and loaded everything into a container headed across the country. The move was completed on time, and the family could focus on their next steps instead of scrambling to meet the deadline. This specialty move was one of our team’s more accomplished-feeling projects.

    Hiring Professionals = Saved Opportunity Costs

    It’s not our goal to scare you out of doing tasks yourself, but stories like these are what we see all the time. Moving is not just about strength and big trucks; it’s about preparation, the right tools, and knowing how to avoid problems before they start.

    When considering the risks, opportunity costs in terms of time, and the potential for costly mistakes, hiring professional moving companies in Boston, MA, is the most sensible choice. At Mastodon Moving, we do commercial moves and residential moves safely, on schedule, and with care for both your belongings and your home.

    Contact us today.

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