Load Only
We pack your truck with precision — furniture padded, items secured, every inch used. You drive, we load.
Fort Carson Movers — Personally Procured Move (PPM) Specialists
Labor-only moving crews for military families doing a Personally Procured Move (PPM) or DITY move. You arrange the truck, we handle the loading and unloading. Licensed & insured in Colorado.
Fort Carson, Colorado Springs
The Moving Crew for Your Personally Procured Move
A Personally Procured Move (PPM) — formerly called a DITY (Do It Yourself) move — means the military pays you a percentage of what it would cost them to move your household goods through a government contractor. Arrange for a U-Haul, hire labor-only movers in Colorado Springs, and pocket the difference. Ballard’s handles the loading and unloading — we do all the heavy lifting so your weight tickets reflect the full authorized allowance.
We’re affordable labor-only movers based right here in Colorado Springs — no drive-time charges, no hidden fees. Whether you’re renting a U-Haul, Penske, or Budget truck, our crew shows up, loads it tight, and makes every cubic foot count. Efficient packing means better weight tickets, and better weight tickets mean a bigger reimbursement check for you.
We serve all of Fort Carson — whether you’re at Main Post, Magrath, McMahon, or anywhere on installation. Same-day and last-minute availability when military timelines shift. Call 719-599-3657 and we’ll get you booked.
$145 / hr2-hour minimum
Senior Moves$130 / hr
Licensed & InsuredIn Colorado
10+ YearsExperience
No Hidden FeesEver
8am – 8pmEvery Day
How a PPM Move Works
You Move. The Military Pays.
Three steps, and you walk away with a reimbursement check instead of a bill.
1
Get Your Weight Allowance
Contact your TMO office to get your authorized weight allowance and PPM authorization paperwork. This determines your maximum reimbursement and sets the ceiling for what the move can pay out.
2
Rent Your Truck
Rent a U-Haul, Penske, Budget, or any rental truck sized to your household goods. Get weight tickets at a certified scale before loading and after loading — the difference is what the military reimburses.
3
Hire Ballard’s
We load it, you drive it, we unload it at your destination. Submit the weight tickets to finance and pocket the reimbursement. Efficient packing means better tickets — we know exactly how to do it.
What We Do
Labor-Only Moving for Fort Carson Families
Arrange for a U-Haul or leave it to us — either way, we handle all the loading and unloading. No add-ons, no surprises.
Unload Only
Already at the new place? We unload, carry everything in, and place furniture exactly where you want it.
Load & Unload
The complete move from A to B. We load the truck, you drive it, we unload at the destination. Done.
Truck & Driver
We bring the truck and a driver at a flat day rate. Same great crew, we handle the wheels too.
Staging & Remodeling
Preparing for a showing or rearranging after a remodel — we move furniture within the home too.
Storage Organization
We load your storage unit efficiently so everything fits, stays protected, and stays accessible.
What Customers Say
Reviews from Fort Carson Families
“PCS moves are always stressful but Ballard’s made ours so much easier. They showed up on time, loaded everything efficiently, and we had great weight tickets. Saved us a ton on the PPM. Will 100% use them again.”
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Staff Sgt. D.W.
Fort Carson, CO
“We’ve done three PCS moves and always used full-service — never again. Ballard’s labor-only saved us money and we still got the reimbursement. Professional, fast, and they actually cared about our stuff.”
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Amanda K.
Fort Carson, CO
Common Questions
Fort Carson PPM Move — What People Ask
What is a PPM or DITY move?
A PPM (Personally Procured Move, formerly called a DITY move) is a program where the military pays you a percentage of what it would cost them to move your household goods through a government contractor. You arrange everything yourself — the truck, the labor — and the military reimburses you based on your authorized weight and distance. If you move efficiently, you pocket the difference between what they pay and what you actually spent.
How do I book Ballard’s for my PPM move at Fort Carson?
Call us at 719-599-3657 or fill out the quote form on this site. Give us your move date, your truck size, and the origin and destination addresses. We’ll confirm crew availability and lock in your time. We know military timelines move fast — we respond quickly and we show up when we say we will.
Does Ballard’s know how to pack for weight efficiency?
Yes. Efficient packing directly affects your reimbursement — maximizing legal weight means maximizing your PPM check. Our crew loads tight, pads all furniture, stacks smart, and makes every cubic foot count. We’ve loaded plenty of PPM trucks and we know what a good weight ticket looks like.
Can Ballard’s load here and unload at the destination?
We can do load only, unload only, or both. If your destination is within our service range, we coordinate the full job. If you’re moving out of state, we handle the load in Colorado Springs and you arrange unload labor at the other end — we can point you toward resources for that too. Just ask when you call.
Ready to Book Your PPM Move?
Get a free quote today. We understand military timelines — we respond fast and we show up when we say we will.