Welcome to Operation Dry Space, your trusted partner in restoration services. We are a service-disabled veteran owned small business in the heart of Spotsylvania, VA. Our story began when we saw an opportunity to provide a crucial service to our community - a service that goes beyond just restoration; we set out to deliver peace of mind in the face of disruption.

We're not just a company; we're a family. And as a family, we value hard work, dedication, and above all, exceptional customer service. The team we have carefully assembled embodies these principles. Each team member undergoes rigorous background and driver's license checks, ensuring that you can trust the individuals entering your space. We believe it's vital for our customers to feel secure with us in their homes.

Our approach to customer service is straightforward - we aim to deliver great service every single time. Professionalism is at the heart of what we do, but we also understand the importance of communication. We know that restoration work can be overwhelming, especially when dealing with the added stress of insurance claims. That's why our licensed professionals don't just offer expert restoration services, they're also on hand to guide you through the insurance process. We're there to answer your questions, provide explanations, and make the claim process as smooth as possible.

At Operation Dry Space, we're not just restoring your space; we're restoring your peace of mind. We understand how unsettling it can be to have your home damaged or disrupted, and we're here to make the restoration process as easy and stress-free as possible. We're here for you every step of the way, ensuring you feel supported, heard, and reassured.

Thank you for choosing Operation Dry Space. We're ready to roll up our sleeves and get to work, providing you with the dedicated service that our family business is known for. We're here to turn your house back into a home.

John Puder

John Puder completed his MBA from Duke University in December 2019. He is an U.S. Army veteran with over 25 years of I.T. experience supporting both commercial and public sector customers. After leaving the Army, John worked for Bell Atlantic, UUNet, and Lucent Technologies before becoming a defense contractor supporting the Department of Defense (DoD). John worked for over 10 years for Cisco Systems helping lead the Army, DISA, and White House Communications Agency teams within Cisco.

Jason Van Ness

Jason Van Ness completed his bachelor’s in business administration from University of Maryland in May 2003. He is an U.S. Army veteran with over 15 years of I.T. experience supporting both commercial and public sector customers. After leaving the US Army, Jason worked for University of Maryland and Department of Defense before becoming a defense contractor supporting various Government Agencies. Jason has been working for Cisco Systems for the last 3 years as a Network Consultant helping Government Agencies modernize their network infrastructure.

Joseph Holman

Joseph Holman is a U.S. Marine Corps reservist with 3 years of service. Joseph has worked in the Water Mitigation industry since completing Marine Corps bootcamp, combat training, and his military occupational specialty as a field radio operator. He has been certified as a Water Restoration Technician (WRT) and Anti-Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT). Joseph is married to Phoenix Holman and has a one-year-old son named Maverick. He grew up in King George, VA, with his 10 brothers and sisters. Joseph is the General Manager and a managing partner in Operation Dry Space. In his spare-time he enjoys fishing and spending time with his family.

Phoenix Holman

Phoenix Holman is married to Joseph and is the daughter of John and Tina Puder. She has been a lifelong Fredericksburg native. Phoenix and Joey share a 1-year-old son, Maverick. Phoenix attended Spotsylvania High School and was a Governor’s School graduate. After high school, she attended Liberty University where she studied Pre-Med. Phoenix is a full-time mother and wife and is the Office Manager for Operation Dry Space.