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PCS and PPM moving

San Diego Military Movers

San Diego is a Navy and Marine Corps town, and we move it accordingly: PCS timelines, base access, weight documentation, and pricing that respects an active-duty budget.

4.8 ★Google · 362 reviews
A+BBB Accredited
Since 200825,120+ moves
LicensedCAL T-192729 | USDOT 3801918
The short version

Gorilla Movers is a San Diego military moving company serving every base in the county: Naval Base San Diego, Camp Pendleton, MCAS Miramar, MCRD, and Naval Base Coronado. We work PCS timelines, handle base access, and provide the weight tickets and documentation a personally procured move needs so your reimbursement is not held up by paperwork. Pricing is built for an active-duty budget rather than a relocation package. Storage is available for deployments and sea-shore rotations. Call 619-600-5000.

Serving every base in San Diego County

Our crews move service members and families around Naval Base San Diego, Naval Base Coronado and NAS North Island, MCAS Miramar, MCRD San Diego, and Camp Pendleton, plus the off-base neighborhoods where military families actually live: Chula Vista, Santee, Point Loma, Oceanside, and everywhere between.

Base access is on us to get right. Every installation has its own rules for sponsoring a commercial crew and truck, and because our movers are background-checked, uniformed employees with a registered company vehicle, the sponsorship paperwork is straightforward. We coordinate the details with you before move day so nobody is stuck at a gate.

Gorilla Movers trucks lined up for a military relocation

PPM moves: paperwork that gets you paid

On a personally procured move, formerly called a DITY move, you arrange the move yourself and the government reimburses you based on the weight moved and what it would have paid to move it. Hiring a licensed local crew instead of wrestling a rental truck can make real financial sense, but only if your paperwork is airtight.

We support that: itemized invoices with the detail finance offices expect, help arranging certified scale weight tickets for empty and loaded weights, and a licensed operation behind it all, CAL T-192729, USDOT 3801918, BBB A+ rated. Since 2008 we have run 25,120+ moves, and a healthy share of them started with a set of orders.

Built around military timelines

Active-duty pricing: mention your status when you book
Flexible rescheduling when orders shift or housing dates slip, without a fight
Early crew starts that fit around duty schedules
Storage options for the gap between housing move-out and move-in dates
Live-tracking text on move day, so a spouse at work can watch the truck arrive
How it works

Four steps to settled in.

1

Tell us the basics

30-second form or one call. A real quote lands within one business hour.

2

Lock your date

Crew, truck, and arrival window confirmed. Optional text reminders.

3

We do the lifting

Wrap, pack, load, transport. Protected and live-tracked at every step.

4

Settle in happy

Placed, reassembled, debris gone. You just live there now.

Pricing

What does it cost? Straight answers.

Get an exact quote
SizeTypical range*Notes
1 bedroom$450-7503-5 hours
2 bedroom$800-14005-7 hours
3 bedroom house$1400-21007-9 hours
*Hourly estimates for local moves, with fuel itemized up front and active-duty pricing applied at booking. Binding quotes are locked in with a free on-site survey.
FAQ

Military Moving questions, answered.

Do you handle government-booked PCS moves?
If your PCS is government-arranged, the military assigns the carrier and you do not choose. Where we come in is the PPM option, where you hire your own mover and get reimbursed, plus local moves on and off base, housing-to-housing shuffles, and moves the government is not paying for.
How do weight tickets work if I hire you for a PPM?
Reimbursement is based on documented weight, so you need certified scale tickets showing empty and loaded weights. We help arrange the weighing at a certified scale near your route and provide an itemized invoice, so your packet to finance is complete.
Can your crew get into base housing?
Yes, with coordination. Each installation has its own process for sponsoring a commercial mover through the gate, usually involving the crew roster and vehicle information submitted ahead of time. Tell us your base when you book and we will walk through the steps together.
My orders changed. What happens to my move date?
We move it. Orders change and housing dates slip; that is the nature of a PCS, and we do not punish you for it. Call as soon as you know and we will reschedule to the new date without drama.
Do you offer a military discount?
We offer active-duty pricing, and you just need to mention your status when booking. Every quote is hourly with fuel itemized up front, so you can compare our real number against your PPM reimbursement estimate honestly.
How early should I book during PCS season?
Call as soon as you have orders in hand. May through August is peak season in San Diego, and the good dates around the 15th and month-end go first. Off-peak, a week or two of notice is usually plenty.
Reviews

San Diego keeps calling us back. 4.8★ across 362 Google reviews.

★★★★★

“A fabulous experience from the home office folks and Joseph and Ram who packed our furnishings. They worked fast but were careful handling our goods and ensured no damage by wrapping all items with my blankets and their plastic. Everyone communicates openly with fast and professional responses. You should give them your business when moving. Top flight organization!!”

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Larry HolmanGoogle
★★★★★

“Joseph, Ricardo, and Ram did an incredible job. They helped us move all of our stuff into a Pod/packrat container. They finished in less than 2 hours, moving dozens of boxes, bulky furniture, and did it smoothly and safely. We were very impressed at their space management and their speed. I'd definitely recommend going with Gorilla movers (and asking for them by name if possible) for a no-nonsense, professional move experience.”

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Colin CovelloGoogle
★★★★★

“Casey from Gorilla Movers, and his team lead by Alex were exceptional, and kind people to work with. Casey was able to get me a moving appointment on very short notice, and accommodated all of my questions, and concerns throughout the week. Alex and his crew from Gorilla Movers were fast, efficient, and kind. They packaged all of the items well, and helped put everything storage with ease. I highly recommend this company for all of your packaging and moving needs- Truly kind and good people to work with.”

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Hannah KayeGoogle
★★★★★

“I had a fantastic experience with Gorilla Movers! The crew was professional, punctual, and handled all of my belongings with great care. They worked efficiently, communicated clearly throughout the move, and made what could have been a stressful day feel easy and organized. Nothing was damaged, and they went above and beyond to make sure everything was placed exactly where I wanted it. If you're looking for reliable, hardworking movers with excellent customer service, I highly recommend Gorilla Movers. I would definitely use them again!”

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Ryan HelfandGoogle
★★★★★

“Genuinely honest and hardworking people at this company. You couldn't ask for a better service and well worth it. Absolutely indicative of their already glowing reviews!!!”

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Chris PanteliGoogle
★★★★★

“Excellent, careful, friendly movers ... highly recommended!”

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Harry LevinsonGoogle
★★★★★

“I cannot stress enough the quality of their service, expertise, and responsiveness. Gorilla Movers made the task of relocating my call center operation within the San Diego area far easier than I anticipated. They exceeded my expectations throughout the entire process and will be the first company I call for any future moving needs.”

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Carlos MoralesGoogle
★★★★★

“Alonzo and Alexis were excellent. They knew exactly what they were doing and were very careful in all the details they performed. They were quick and efficient and very professional in all their duties. They responded well to questions and any changes made. Couldn’t have had two better people help us with our move. Wonderful!”

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Karen KitinojaGoogle
★★★★★

“Raul and his team were excellent. Not only did he guide the entire process of loading my belongs into the PODS, he went above and beyond to help me organize my things and make sure everything was loaded properly. I would certainly recommend Gorilla Movers and specifically, Raul, again. Thank you to everyone at Gorilla Movers, from start to finish!!”

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Mark BlevinsGoogle
★★★★★

“Great Staff, Easy to communicate, professional, great with our commercial moving items.”

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Manuel MendozaGoogle
★★★★★

“Moving my daughter cross country was exhausting & exciting enough. We decided to used Gorilla Movers to unload our rented truck. What a wonderful experience. The two men were professional, respectful and got the job done quick and without any issues. I would highly recommend them!”

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Sherri HeltGoogle
★★★★★

“Raul and his crew were very professional. They were quick and polite. 100% would hire them again.”

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Mayisha FrugeGoogle
★★★★★

“Excellent workers great customer service 10/10 amazing”

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Tommie WillsGoogle
★★★★★

“We needed a full-service local move in City Heights San Diego. The team was professional, friendly, and efficient. Our team lead -Raul- was particularly communicative and transparent... but the whole team was awesome. Would definitely use Gorilla again in the future!”

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Ben KoupalGoogle

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