It all started with a seed
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With the success of Prairie Environmental Services, we wanted to establish a sibling company that would provide the same high level of professional customer service and quality lawn care to our residential clients - with a bit of added personality to go along with it.
And with that, Dandy Lawns was born.
Whereas Prairie is the big sister of the duo, demure and tied to professionalism, Mr. Dandy carries forth a sense of joy, childlike wonder, and just the right amount of irreverence - all while continuing to uphold the family’s fine reputation. (In fact, he has told us in confidence that he thinks his sister is rather uptight, but that’s just between us!)
In short, Dandy gets the job done right - with a bit of extra fun along the way.
Dandy’s owners represent the most merrymaking, happy-go-lucky, and hard-working citizens you will ever have the chance to meet; true locals with strong roots and rich history of volunteering within our community. It’s this deep connection, and a desire to share that sense of community pride that inspired them to launch Dandy Lawns.
Mr. Dandy believes homeowners should be proud of their yards and that they should have the opportunity to enjoy lush, green grass without stress. His strong dedication to customer service and treating his neighbours like gold is at the very heart of Mr. Dandy’s identity.
We hope you love our dynamic, dapper, dear ‘Dandy’ as much as we do!
Our team has over 70 years of collective experience
You can’t run a successful business without an amazing group of individuals to back you up, and Dandy Lawns is proud to have built a team dedicated to providing excellent customer service all year long.
Greg Grant
OWNER / DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Greg is the Director of Operations and Co-owner of the company. He is a journeyman mechanic with many years of experience and possesses various pesticide applicators licenses.
Greg keeps the fleet in tip-top condition and has endless patience when repairing damage to equipment that can, on occasion, occur when the busy world collides with his fleet. He performs those finesse spraying jobs that no one else can navigate and does so with a can-do attitude and a smile on his face.
He is never above getting down and dirty and working alongside the team. He is gifted when it comes to producing solutions to hurdles and creating efficiencies. Greg is a deep thinker and his mind is always in motion. Greg makes us laugh every single day and is the glue that makes the company run like a well-oiled machine.
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When Greg is not working... just kidding, when you do what you love and love what you do like Greg does, you are always working.
Danielle Grant
OWNER / PRESIDENT
Danielle is the brains behind the operations here and it is with her extensive expertise & industry knowledge that the company continues to flourish.
Danielle’s passion for the environment and vegetation management doesn’t go unnoticed. She takes pride in the various programs she has developed for the surrounding communities and has been asked to speak at numerous forums in the industry.
As the captain of the ship, she ensures all staff is properly trained and highly educated to guarantee the best experience for our customers. The staff at Dandy Lawns are fortunate to have Danielle as their mentor, teacher & friend.
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When Danielle is not at work you can find her giving presentations or helping run her other businesses.
Christopher
TURF PROGRAMS/FIELD MANAGER
Christopher Tompkins is the Turf Programs / Field Manager here at Praire Environmental Services Ltd. He started as a young wipper snapper shovelling snow in the winter time and, lucky for us, never left!!!
Chris takes on new challenges with a “can do” attitude. He has rapidly learned all things turf and created efficiencies and expert level of turf health programs for the company. Chris makes sure that clients are satisfied by ensuring quality outcomes. He is as smart as a whip and one of the most interesting individuals that you will ever converse with. He leads teams with high production while still maintaining an enjoyable workplace!
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When not at work you can find him trying to get to the mountains or enjoying a drink at the Duke.
Mckenzie
SALES & OFFICE MANAGER
McKenzie brings over six years of industry experience in sales, customer service, and staffing, and this will be her third season with us. She never expected to end up living and breathing everything lawn care related, but now, she wouldn’t have it any other way. We’re incredibly lucky we scooped her up!
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McKenzie is the friendly voice you hear on the other end of the phone when you call. She wears many hats, handling our hiring, HR, sales, customer service, and social media with care and professionalism.
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While she may be desk-bound for much of the season, McKenzie makes a point of getting out into the field to see what our crews do day in and day out. That hands-on understanding helps her provide our clients with accurate information and exceptional service.
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When she is not in the office she is chasing around her two young daughters.
STUART
NOXIOUS WEEDS SUPERVISOR
Stuart Grant is the Supervisor of Noxious Weed Control & Kananaskis Improvement District here at Dandy Lawns. Growing up and following in Greg and Danielle’s footsteps, he has become highly attentive to the sight of noxious weeds, and we couldn't be happier about it!
When he isn't too busy providing his experience in our vegetation management programs, you can find him working on equipment maintenance in the shop. While getting down and dirty, you will find him putting his coveralls to hard work, helping to ensure everyone in the fleet is ready to roll out each morning.
When Stuart is not in the field or in the shop you can find him doing some wood working. ​
Amber
LANDSCAPE PROGRAMS SUPERVISOR
Amber joined Dandy Lawns with 14 years of landscaping experience and a deep understanding of what it takes to deliver high-quality work. As our Landscape Programs Supervisor, she brings invaluable knowledge to the team and plays a key role in training and developing our staff.
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Amber leads by example. She’s out in the field working alongside the crews, tackling the hard work with them and ensuring every job is done right. Her ability to teach, mentor, and motivate helps keep our teams performing at their best while maintaining quality service at the forefront of everything we do.
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When shes has time for herself you can find her heading to the mountains with her son or playing volleyball.
Alex
ADMIN SYSTEMS COORDINATOR
Alex joined Dandy Lawns from a background as a veterinary technician and is now in her second season with us. She began in a temporary summer role, but it quickly became clear just how essential she is to the team. Today, Alex is our Admin Systems Coordinator and the glue that keeps everything running smoothly.
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Our team is passionate and always charging full bore ahead, and Alex is the steady force that keeps us organized, focused, and moving in the right direction. You may occasionally hear her on the phone, but her real superpower is keeping our staff, paperwork, and processes perfectly aligned. She’s our in-house numbers extraordinaire and provides invaluable support across all departments.
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When she’s not in the office, Alex is busy training her beautiful dog, Sky, who knows more tricks than a circus dog.
Grow with Us
Sunlight, fresh air, and the chance to grow -
does this sound like heaven to you?
Dandy Lawns is always on the lookout for exceptional individuals to join our team, year round. If you are highly-motivated, dependable, and passionate about lawn care, we want to hear from you! Click below to contact us about our current employment opportunities.
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FAQ's
What should I expect from Mr. Dandy's Lawn Care PROGRAMS?
Depending on what programs you have signed up for, your first application will be a fertilizer application either late April or early May. Herbicide applications will then follow in May and occur once every 4 to 6 weeks.
Granular fertilization application will be applied in the same visit, building stronger plants, and strengthening the lawn against those pesky weeds. During the fall, an application of winter fertilizer is also applied, ensuring your lawn stays healthy through the winter.
When Will the application start to work?
Most common broadleaf weeds such as dandelion, thistle, and clover will die within one week, however, some pesky weeds may need a second application for it to take full effect. With our awesome weed control packages, have no fear we will make sure you have a weed-free lawn the entire summer!
Is a one Time application available?
No, unfortunately. Mr.Dandy wants to provide you with the best lawn possible, so your neighbours will be so jealous. He does not offer one-time service, as a beautiful lawn needs long-term, full-season care. With our DYNAMIC weed control packages and full-season fertilization, you can enjoy a green lawn all summer long.
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