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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 · 328 reviews
A+BBB Accredited
Since 200825,120+ moves
LicensedCAL T-192729 | USDOT 3801918

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 770+ reviews.

★★★★★

Gorilla movers did a fantastic job moving my mother in Oceanside. Raul was incredible. From the moment he arrived, he was very strategic in how he would complete the job. I had doubts with all of the stuff we had but trusted his knowledge and experience and he exceeded our expectations! They take care of your items, asked a lot of questions and consistently checked in on if there was anything else they could help with. Raul, not sure if we could have done this move without you!! Thank you so much and than you Gorilla movers!! -Jackie, Marty, and Liz

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Jackie SprongGoogle
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I recently moved from downtown San Diego to Rancho Bernardo with Gorilla Movers, and the experience was excellent from start to finish. The team arrived on time, came fully prepared, and handled everything with a high level of professionalism. Moving out of downtown can be tricky with traffic and building restrictions, but they managed everything smoothly without any issues. They were very careful with my furniture, wrapping and protecting everything properly, and nothing was damaged during the move. What I appreciated most was their efficiency. They worked quickly but never rushed or cut corners. Communication was clear the entire time, and the pricing was fair with no surprises. Overall, it was a stress free move, and I would definitely recommend Gorilla Movers to anyone looking for a reliable and professional team.

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Ximena Ibarguren SotoGoogle
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I had an amazing experience with Gorilla Movers! Christian and his crew were absolutely incredible from start to finish. They showed up on time, were extremely professional, and handled everything with so much care and efficiency. Moving can be stressful, but they made the whole process feel smooth and easy. They worked quickly without ever being careless, and you could tell they really knew what they were doing. They took great care of our furniture and belongings, making sure everything was protected and moved safely. Christian was especially great at communicating and keeping everything organized, and his crew worked so well together—it was honestly impressive to watch. They went above and beyond to make sure everything was exactly where we wanted it. I highly recommend Gorilla Movers, especially Christian and his team. If you’re looking for reliable, hardworking, and professional movers, these are the people to call!

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viviana salazarGoogle
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What took me at least 8 hours of painstaking work took them less than 2. Makes me wish I used them for the loading AND unloading. Raul and Hazael were so quick and nice and communicative throughout the entire process. Makes things easier on yourself by using them if you need to move at all. It’s well worth it.

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Oscar MiraGoogle
★★★★★

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

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Harry LevinsonGoogle
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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
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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
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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
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Excellent workers great customer service 10/10 amazing

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Tommie WillsGoogle
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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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