Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Boston Moving Company
Marathon Moving has been a trusted name in the moving industry since 2000, serving Boston and surrounding areas with over 40,000 successful relocations. Our team of 60+ highly trained professionals specializes in residential, commercial, local, long-distance, and international moving services, ensuring a stress-free experience for every client. As an Allied Van Lines agent, we combine global network capabilities with personalized service, maintaining an A+ BBB rating and earning accolades like the Best of Boston Award and 16 consecutive Super Service Awards from Angie's List. Our commitment to quality is evident in our meticulous packing techniques, climate-controlled storage solutions, and transparent communication throughout the moving process. We prioritize customer satisfaction through competitive pricing, free move quotes, and a proven track record of reliability that has earned us a 90% repeat/referral client base.
Services
Local Moving
Long Distance Moving
International Moving
Commercial Moving
Packing Services
Storage Solutions
Piano Moving
Corporate Relocation
Moving Supplies
Residential Moving
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in residential and commercial moving.
- Our team offers free personalized move quotes with three estimation options.
- We maintain an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
- Our storage facilities are secure and climate-controlled.
- We provide professional packing services with high-quality materials.
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
- Angie's List
- Boston Magazine
- Allied Van Lines
What people say
Worked HARD
Extremely professional
Stress-free move
Careful with furniture
Excellent service
Services
Local Moving
Marathon Moving provides expert local moving services in Boston and surrounding areas. Our experienced team handles all aspects of residential relocations, from packing to final placement. With over 40,000 completed moves, we ensure efficient, damage-free transfers for households of any size.
Long Distance Moving
Our long-distance moving services cover coast-to-coast relocations with guaranteed reliability. Using our Allied Van Lines network, we coordinate complex moves with precision timing and secure transportation. Specialized equipment protects your belongings during extended transit periods.
Packing Services
We offer full-service packing with premium materials and expert techniques. Our team uses double-quilted furniture pads and proper boxing methods to protect fragile items. Custom crating options available for high-value possessions and antiques.
Storage Solutions
Our secure storage facilities maintain optimal temperature and humidity levels year-round. Individual vaults prevent mix-ups, while 24/7 monitoring ensures safety. Available for short-term and long-term needs with flexible access options.
Commercial Moving
We specialize in minimizing business downtime during office moves. Our team handles equipment disassembly/reassembly, document management, and IT infrastructure relocation. Night/weekend scheduling available to accommodate business operations.
People
Paul & Gail Nelson
Owners
Paul & Gail Nelson lead Marathon Moving with over 20 years of industry experience. Their leadership has grown the company into Boston's top-rated moving service, maintaining exceptional customer satisfaction through hands-on management and quality control.
Lillian Downes
Move Coordinator
Lillian Downes manages move scheduling and client communication with meticulous attention to detail. Her organizational skills ensure seamless coordination between clients and moving crews, maintaining Marathon's reputation for punctuality and reliability.
Donald Reardon
Warehouse Manager
Donald Reardon oversees storage operations and inventory management with 15+ years in logistics. He maintains strict security protocols and climate control standards for stored items, ensuring client belongings remain protected at all times.
Sheila Winters
Office Manager
Sheila Winters handles administrative operations and client support with exceptional organizational skills. Her team management ensures smooth day-to-day operations and prompt resolution of customer inquiries.
Questions
What types of moving services does Marathon Moving offer?
We provide local, long-distance, international, commercial, and residential moving services with packing, storage, and transportation solutions tailored to client needs.
How can I get a free moving quote?
Request a free quote through our website or call 781-650-4952. Choose from DIY Virtual Estimate, Guided Virtual Estimate, or In-home Estimate options.
Do you offer packing services?
Yes, we provide full or partial packing services using professional materials. We also sell packing supplies with free delivery on $200+ orders.
Are your movers trained professionals?
All our movers receive extensive training and have years of experience handling residential and commercial relocations with care and efficiency.
What storage options are available?
We offer secure, climate-controlled storage units with 24/7 monitoring. Available for short-term and long-term needs with flexible access options.
Reviews (13)
Paul R.
Oct 30, 2020
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I have used Marathon Moving on several occasions and couldn't be more pleased with the service from both a coordination , staffing and overall perspective. I also stored two containers of furnishings there for 2 years and everything worked out great. Thank you to the office team, and to the movers themselves. I recommend Marathon highly!
Caryn Golden Brake
Oct 08, 2020
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From the initial virtual inventory meeting, to loading, to unloading. Marathon moving staff were professional, communicative, polite, efficient and cost-effective. I would highly recommend them for any type of move, but especially cross country.
Arthur Cillo
Apr 22, 2020
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Talk about quality service, Marathon is it. We moved during rainy, windy and cold day. The crew worked like troopers and got the move done in 6 hours without a scratch. Very happy with everything, very highly recommended.
Tracy Brann Darling
Feb 11, 2020
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What a great group. Marathon moved my family from Quincy to Maine on 1/29/2020, 170 miles. Not only were the guys very kind, they were complete and total professionals. Our belongings were handled safely and moved efficiently. Marathon made what could have been a huge stress, a piece of cake. I wish I could recall the names of the gentlemen that helped us; we are grateful to you all!
Margaret Kaelin Holland
Jul 25, 2019
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Cant say enough about Nick and his very hard working crew!! They made moving so much less stressful. I would highly recommend them!
Karen Newburg
Jun 12, 2019
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They came and packed us up on a Friday and moved us on a Saturday. I've never had someone pack for me before and it was amazing- we got to live like normal until Friday rather than spending weeks packing and living among boxes. Pleasant, professional, efficient- cannot say enough good things. Best moving experience I've ever had, and it's the only move I've had to make pregnant and with a toddler.
Brenda Cole
Mar 31, 2019
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I am singing praises to Marathon Moving Co. Ive had three moves in the past, one state to state move from MA to PA and Marathon Movingdid their thing. The service was excellent and Steve lead a team of great workers. They checked with me on everything to confirm what I wanted, they were committed to doing a great job, and they were a friendly bunch. I loved working with them and they helped to get me up and running in my new home. Thanks so much for making this move stress-free for me. I would highly recommend Marathon Moving to anyone whose looking to move!
Mary-Carol Waters
Oct 30, 2018
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Amazingly responsive and professional from start to finish and in every aspect of the move, and storage of my stuff. The people in the office and the moving professionals were all helpful, courteous and responsive to my questions and the changes made to my various moves from apartment to storage area to new home. Would DEFINITELY use again (hopefully not for a while as I moved 4 times this past year), and recommend Marathon to all my friends and family!
Theresa Scibilio Cattaneo
Dec 14, 2017
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We recently move and used Marathon!!!! These guys went above and beyond for us!!!! Thank you for such great service!!!
Paula Larson
Oct 04, 2017
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We recently moved and can't say enough great things about our Marathon Moving experience. The guys we had both times were so professional, on-time and worked their butts off! They were super fast and went out of their way to make things smooth and stress-free for us. The move leader, Raldy, for both moves was great and I will be highly recommending to all of my friends and family who need to move. We were worried about the costs but the quote was right on and even came in under because the guys worked so fast! Can't beat that!
Jeff K.
Apr 19, 2017
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These guys were great! We moved from a 3BR house in Framingham to a 2BR in West Roxbury during an April Fool's Day snow/sleet/rain storm. The movers were prompt, careful, and hard working, while still being friendly and relaxed. They went above and beyond helping us use our new space as efficiently as possible. I would recommend them to anyone.
Barrie G.
Oct 28, 2016
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We are so happy with our moves I wrote this company a personal thank you
Professional, on time, easy to work with (office staff as well as drivers).
Marathon moved us 1.5 yrs ago out of our house. Some items went into storage,
some items were moved into the apartment. Last week they moved us out of the apartment
and out of storage into our house. Each time they moved us it was a pleasure, painless and
easy. Nothing was a problem, they handled all our boxes, furniture (some that were
heavy pieces) carefully with no damage to the house or the boxes.
Professional, on time, easy to work with (office staff as well as drivers).
Marathon moved us 1.5 yrs ago out of our house. Some items went into storage,
some items were moved into the apartment. Last week they moved us out of the apartment
and out of storage into our house. Each time they moved us it was a pleasure, painless and
easy. Nothing was a problem, they handled all our boxes, furniture (some that were
heavy pieces) carefully with no damage to the house or the boxes.
Andrew S.
Jun 15, 2016
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I never thought I'd write a positive review for a moving company. My wife and I have moved half a dozen times over the recent years, and have consistently been disappointed in our movers. Marathon Movers, on the other hand, met all of our needs and expectations for our recent move out of Boston. The crew was on time, packed and delivered our belongings very carefully, and was very pleasant to deal with. Highly recommend