Military Moving Services in the San Francisco Bay Area

April 22, 2025

At Ace Moving Co., we take great pride in supporting our nation’s military families. For nearly 40 years, we’ve provided dependable, efficient, and professional moving services across the San Francisco Bay Area—including to those living in military housing and serving at nearby bases. Whether you’re relocating across the country for a PCS (Permanent Change of Station) or moving locally between assignments, our team is here to make the process smooth, respectful, and hassle-free.

Military Housing & Installations We Serve in the San Francisco Bay Area

Here are the major military housing communities and installations we proudly serve:

Presidio of Monterey – 1759 Lewis Rd, Monterey, CA 93944 (Our Monterey Moving Branch)
Naval Postgraduate School – 1 University Cir, Monterey, CA 93943 (Our Monterey Moving Branch)
Travis Air Force Base – 351 Travis Ave, Fairfield, CA 94535 (Our Oakland Moving Branch)
Coast Guard Island – 100 Coast Guard Island, Alameda, CA 94501 (Our Alameda Moving Branch)
Military Ocean Terminal Concord (MOTCO) – 5110 Port Chicago Hwy, Concord, CA 94520 (Our Concord Moving Branch)
Presidio of San Francisco – 103 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129 (Our San Francisco Moving Branch)
Camp Parks Reserve Forces Training Area – 620 6th St, Dublin, CA 94568 (Our Oakland Moving Branch)
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – San Francisco District – 450 Golden Gate Ave, San Francisco, CA 9410 (Our San Francisco Moving Branch)

Tips for a Successful Military Move

1. Start Early with Your PCS Orders

As soon as you receive your orders, begin researching your destination, organizing paperwork, and scheduling a move. Ace Moving Co. works around tight military timelines to make sure you’re ready when the time comes.

2. Keep Important Documents Together

Maintain a PCS binder or folder with orders, IDs, travel documents, medical records, and contact information. Bring it with you instead of packing it.

3. Declutter Before You Pack

Military moves are often weight-based, especially for PCS. Donate, sell, or discard non-essentials to save money and time.

4. Take Photos of Valuable Items

Before packing, document valuable items with photos. This can be helpful in case anything is lost or damaged during the move.

5. Use Military Storage Options if Needed

We offer short- and long-term storage for those between assignments, deployments, or waiting for housing.

6. Check for Reimbursement Eligibility

You may qualify for full or partial reimbursement through the military’s DITY/PPM (Personally Procured Move) program. We can provide detailed estimates and itemized receipts to support your claim.

Military Packing Tips: What to Bring and What to Leave

✅ What to Bring:

Important paperwork (orders, passports, ID, medical records)
Uniforms, boots, and military-issued gear
Everyday essentials (clothes, toiletries, electronics)
Sentimental items or irreplaceable heirlooms
Items that are difficult or expensive to replace at your new duty station

❌ What to Leave or Sell:

Large, inexpensive furniture that’s costly to ship
Duplicate or excess household goods
Old electronics or appliances that may not be compatible
Bulky items you rarely use

💡 Cost of Moving vs. Buying New:

It can sometimes be more cost-effective to sell or donate large or inexpensive items before your move and repurchase them at your new location. Ace Moving Co. can help estimate weight and cost so you can make smart financial decisions.

♻️ Reselling Before a Move:

Use local platforms like Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, or base classifieds to resell furniture and other household goods before your move. This can reduce weight (and cost) and put some money back in your pocket.

📝 Getting Started:

Create a moving checklist based on your PCS orders
Inventory all major household goods
Contact Ace Moving Co. for a free quote and personalized moving plan

Why Military Families Trust Ace Moving Co.

Military-Focused Expertise: We understand the regulations, procedures, and deadlines involved in a military relocation.
Flexible Scheduling: We align our services with PCS and ETS timelines.
Full-Service Solutions: Packing, storage, transportation, and unpacking are all available.
Trusted by Bay Area Bases: We’ve moved thousands of military families across California and beyond.

Request Your Military Moving Quote Today

We are honored to serve those who serve. If you’re moving to or from any military installation in the San Francisco Bay Area, trust Ace Moving Co. to deliver the professionalism, speed, and care your relocation deserves.