From Otay Mesa to La Jolla, Chula Vista to Carlsbad — Johnson Storage & Moving handles local, long-distance, military, senior, and commercial moves with white-glove care. 60,000 sq ft of full-service storage on-site.
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Whether you're moving across Chula Vista or across the country, Johnson handles the planning, packing, transport, and storage — all under one roof in Otay Mesa.
Moving within San Diego County? We handle apartment moves in Pacific Beach, home moves in La Mesa, and everything in between — with background-checked, drug-tested crews and transparent hourly pricing.
San Diego is one of the top departure markets for people relocating to Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and the Pacific Northwest. As a United Van Lines agent, we move you anywhere in the continental U.S. with dedicated drivers and MySite shipment tracking.
DOD-approved and deeply experienced with PCS moves from Naval Base San Diego, MCAS Miramar, NAS North Island, and Camp Pendleton. We understand entitlements, weight tickets, and the timelines military families face.
Downsizing from a Rancho Bernardo home or transitioning to a 55+ community in Chula Vista? Our senior move specialists coordinate every detail — including decluttering, donation coordination, and careful handling of lifelong collections.
Minimize downtime and protect your assets during your San Diego office or business relocation. From Sorrento Valley tech campuses to downtown professional suites, we build a move plan around your schedule and operational needs.
Full-service packing by United Van Lines–certified packers, or just the boxes and supplies if you'd rather do it yourself. We offer eco-friendly new and used materials and specialty crating for art, antiques, and electronics.
Our Otay Mesa facility sits just north of the U.S.–Mexico border — positioning us uniquely for cross-border shipments and international coordination. As a FIDI member with United Van Lines, we move to 200+ countries with full customs handling.
60,000 sq ft of secure, climate-controlled storage in Otay Mesa. Bar-coded inventory management, sprinkler systems, 24/7 security monitoring, and an on-site autoloading ramp. Store for a week or a year.
From the coast to the inland valleys, Johnson moves families and businesses across the full county — and beyond.
South Bay
East County
North Coast
North Inland
Central San Diego
Inland / Mid-County
Any truck can haul boxes. What you're actually hiring is experience, accountability, and a company that will be here long after moving day.
Years in Business
Founded in 1900, Johnson is one of the oldest moving companies in the country. Four generations of institutional knowledge backs every move.
United Van Lines Agent
We're a premier agent for United Van Lines — America's #1 Family Mover — giving you nationwide coverage and MySite real-time shipment tracking.
Sq Ft of Storage
Full-service, climate-controlled, bar-coded storage on-site in Otay Mesa. More than most competitors in the county combined.
Countries Served
Via our FIDI membership and United Van Lines global network — with air, ocean, and customs coordination handled in-house.
Approved Carrier
Pre-approved for Department of Defense PCS moves. We know entitlements, weight tickets, and military timelines better than anyone.
Third-Party Brokers
We are a licensed carrier, not a broker. Your crew, your driver, your move — all Johnson employees, all the time.
Storage isn't just for people between homes. It's a critical tool for the moves San Diego sees every day:
Our Otay Mesa warehouse is not a self-storage unit you rent and fill yourself. Johnson moves your belongings in, stores them under professional inventory management, and delivers them when you're ready — you never lift a finger.
Square Feet On-Site
Security Monitoring
Bar-Coded Inventory
Certified On-Site Scales
San Diego is home to the largest concentration of military personnel in the world. Johnson has been the trusted moving partner for service members and their families at every major installation in the region — for generations. We understand PCS timelines, weight entitlements, and the unique pressures military families face.
From beach bungalows in Ocean Beach to hillside estates in Rancho Santa Fe, our crews know the access points, permit requirements, and quirks of every San Diego neighborhood.
Yes. Johnson serves the full county — from Chula Vista and National City in the south to Oceanside and Carlsbad in the north, and from the coast to El Cajon, Santee, and Ramona in the east. You don't need to be near our Otay Mesa facility to use our services.
Absolutely. We are DOD-approved and have extensive experience with PCS moves from Naval Base San Diego, MCAS Miramar, NAS North Island, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, and other installations throughout the region. We understand military entitlements, weight ticket requirements, and the compressed timelines military families deal with.
Our Otay Mesa facility offers 60,000 square feet of secure, climate-controlled warehouse storage with full bar-coded inventory management, sprinkler systems, 24/7 security monitoring, and an on-site autoloading ramp. We also have two certified on-site scales within five miles.
We are a licensed carrier — not a broker. Johnson Storage & Moving operates under USDOT #077949 and is an authorized agent for United Van Lines. We employ our own drivers, moving crews, and packers. You are never handed off to a third-party company.
Yes — this is one of the most common reasons San Diego customers use our storage. We move your belongings into our Otay Mesa warehouse after your home sale closes, then deliver them to your new home when it's ready. You never have to rent a truck or touch a box.
Yes. Our Otay Mesa location, just north of the U.S.–Mexico border, positions us uniquely for cross-border shipments. As a FIDI member and United Van Lines agent, we coordinate moves to over 200 countries worldwide, including full customs documentation, air freight, and ocean freight options.
Peak season runs May through September, with a surge in June and July driven by military PCS cycles and school-year transitions. We recommend booking 4–6 weeks in advance during peak months. San Diego's mild year-round climate makes fall and winter moves an excellent option for more flexibility and competitive pricing.
Every estimate is free and comes with zero pressure. Choose the option that fits your schedule.
Walk through your home with your smartphone using Yembo's AI technology. Takes 10–15 minutes and delivers a highly accurate quote — on your schedule, right now.
Takes about 10–15 minutes
Prefer to speak with someone directly? Schedule a live video survey or an in-person visit from a Johnson relocation consultant — the most thorough option for complex or high-value moves.
30–90 min scheduled appointment
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