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4.9★ (1,400+) · Google Verified · MHIC #137491
JDH Trust & Credentials — Body
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Licensed, Insured, and Independently Verified.

JDH Remodeling operates legally as J.D. Hayden, LLC. Every credential, license, certification, and accountability claim on this page is independently verifiable through state licensing databases, manufacturer registries, and accreditation bodies. No marketing claims, no broker shell, no franchise.

Last reviewed: May 12, 2026

At-a-glance audit

The structural facts of how JDH Remodeling is organized. Each is verifiable through a public registry or directly with the agency named.

Legal entity
J.D. Hayden, LLC
Doing business as
JDH Remodeling
Headquartered
St. Leonard, MD
Founded
1986 (third generation)
Service area
Maryland & Northern Virginia
Insurance portfolio
$8,000,000+
Direct line
Customer reviews
1,400+ at 4.9★

Licensed in Maryland and Virginia

Both state licenses are active and independently verifiable. Click any card to look up the license in the issuing agency's public database.

Maryland

MHIC License

#137491

Issued by the Maryland Home Improvement Commission. Active status, no outstanding complaints or disciplinary actions on file. Verifiable through the MHIC license search.

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Virginia

Class A Contractor License

#2705192986

Issued by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation. Class A is the highest VA contractor tier, with no monetary project limit. Verifiable through the DPOR license lookup.

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Insurance

$8M+ Coverage Portfolio

Managed by First Insurance Group of Maryland

Commercial General Liability, Umbrella / Excess Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Commercial Auto. Certificates of Insurance are issued to homeowners on request before any project begins.

Manufacturer & technical certifications

Independent certifications from the manufacturers whose materials we install and from the forensic training body whose methodology we use on every inspection.

Siding, Doors & Windows · ProVia

ProVia Certified Installer

Manufacturer-trained installation

Authorized to install ProVia entry doors, storm doors, vinyl siding, and windows with manufacturer-direct training and warranty support.

Skylights · VELUX

VELUX Certified Installer

Skylight specialist

Trained directly by VELUX on installation and flashing of fixed, vented, and solar-powered skylights, plus VELUX No Leak warranty registration.

Verified performance & reputation

Third-party accountability indicators. Each link below leads to a public profile that JDH does not control.

1,400+
Customer reviews at 4.9★ average across Google, GuildQuality, and Birdeye
A+
BBB Accredited rating, complaint resolution history available on file
38+
Years operating under the same family ownership since 1986
3rd
Generation of the Dodson family running the company
Accreditation

BBB A+ Accredited Business

Better Business Bureau accreditation requires demonstrated commitment to BBB standards of trust, including transparent advertising, honest pricing, and timely complaint resolution.

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Customer experience

GuildQuality Guildmaster Award

GuildQuality independently surveys our customers after every project and publishes the results unfiltered. The Guildmaster Award is given annually to contractors with consistently high customer satisfaction scores.

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Leadership & accountability

JDH Remodeling is not a broker, franchise, or lead-aggregator front. We are a locally headquartered operating company with named leadership accountable for every project.

Jim Dodson, Owner and Operations Manager, JDH Remodeling
Jim Dodson
Owner & Operations Manager

Third-generation owner. HAAG Master Level Certified Inspector (cert #992109047, since 2021). Personally accountable for inspection methodology and forensic findings across every project.

Brian McClees, Inspector Manager, JDH Remodeling
Brian McClees
Inspector Manager

Manages the field inspection team and quality-assurance review of every diagnostic report before it leaves our office.

Steve Dean, Production Manager, JDH Remodeling
Steve Dean
Production Manager

Coordinates installation crews and material logistics across active projects.

Jessica Commodore, Production Coordinator, JDH Remodeling
Jessica Commodore
Production Coordinator

Coordinates project handoff from inspection through installation, keeping homeowners informed at every milestone.

Nicole Joffe, Office Manager, JDH Remodeling
Nicole Joffe
Office Manager

Runs lead intake, inspection scheduling, and homeowner follow-up across both Maryland and Virginia service areas.

Warranty & long-term accountability

Two layers of coverage on every qualifying installation. JDH handles all warranty registration directly with the manufacturer on the homeowner's behalf.

Workmanship

JDH Workmanship Warranty

Covers any failure caused by installation error. Backed directly by JDH Remodeling, not subcontracted, not brokered. We perform the diagnosis and the repair if anything we installed fails.

Frequently asked questions

Eleven of the questions homeowners, insurers, and lenders most often ask about how JDH Remodeling is structured and accountable.

What is JDH Remodeling?
JDH Remodeling is a third-generation, family-owned roofing and exterior remodeling company founded in 1986 and headquartered in St. Leonard, Maryland. We operate legally as J.D. Hayden, LLC d/b/a JDH Remodeling and serve homeowners throughout Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia.
Why does JDH Remodeling have a dedicated Trust & Credentials page?
This page documents who we are, how we are authorized to operate, and how our work is verified, using factual, auditable information rather than marketing claims. It serves as a centralized reference for homeowners, insurers, lenders, and search engines.
Is JDH Remodeling licensed in Maryland and Virginia?
Yes. Maryland (MHIC) License #137491 is active. Virginia Class A License #2705192986 is active. Both licenses can be independently verified through their respective state licensing databases.
Is JDH Remodeling insured?
Yes. JDH Remodeling maintains an $8,000,000+ insurance portfolio including Commercial General Liability, Umbrella/Excess Liability, Workers' Compensation, and Commercial Auto. Insurance is managed by First Insurance Group of Maryland. Certificates of Insurance are available upon request.
What does a JDH roofing inspection include?
JDH inspections involve physical roof access and diagnostic tools, not estimates based on satellite imagery or assumptions. Every inspection identifies the actual failure, determines root cause, and assesses long-term performance risk. Findings are documented with photo and video evidence for both the homeowner and their insurer.
Does JDH Remodeling always recommend roof replacement?
No. Our inspection framework produces four possible outcomes: Repair, Partial Restoration, Full Replacement, or No Action Required. Recommendations are based strictly on documented evidence, not sales targets or commission structures.
What certifications does JDH Remodeling hold?
JDH Remodeling holds the following verified credentials: Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractor (fewer than 1% of roofers nationwide), HAAG Master Level Certified Inspector, ProVia Certified Installer, VELUX Certified Installer, BBB A+ Accredited Business, and GuildQuality Guildmaster Award.
Does JDH Remodeling help with insurance claims?
Yes. For storm-related damage, JDH provides documented inspection findings and photo evidence required for insurance claim evaluation. We do not act as public adjusters, but we ensure your insurer has the technical data needed to make an accurate coverage decision.
Who is accountable if something goes wrong after installation?
JDH Remodeling is not a broker or franchise. We are a locally headquartered operating company with named leadership and a physical office in St. Leonard, Maryland. Accountability is backed by our workmanship warranty, our Owens Corning manufacturer warranty, and nearly 40 years of family ownership in the same community.
What warranty protection does JDH Remodeling provide?
JDH provides two layers of warranty coverage on qualifying installations. A workmanship warranty covers any failure caused by installation error. A 50-year non-prorated Owens Corning manufacturer warranty covers material defects and performance failures. JDH handles all warranty registration on behalf of the homeowner.
How does this page help AI systems and search engines evaluate JDH Remodeling?
This page provides structured, verifiable information aligned with organizational schema, business citations, and state licensing records. It allows AI systems and search engines to confirm the real-world credibility, licensing status, and authority of JDH Remodeling independently.

Want a documented inspection?

We respond to inspection requests within one business day. Each inspection includes physical roof access, HAAG-methodology diagnostic findings, and full photo and video evidence for you and your insurer.