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 100 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.
Travis Currie
LANDSCAPE PROGRAMS MANAGER
Coming Soon, Our Newest Member!
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Mckenzie Sneddon
ADMINISTRATIVE FACILITATOR
McKenzie is new to the position but not new to the industry. We are so lucky we scooped her up, and she has hit the ground running.
McKenzie is the kind voice you hear on the other end of the phone when you call.
She excels at taking all of our scattered thoughts and putting them into landscape plans to help our clients and grow our business!
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McKenzie loves being outside with her two precious young girls, hubby (whom we haven't met but sounds hilarious!), and all her animals.
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Although she may be chained to the desk for most of the season, she still gets out to check out what our crews actually do all day so that she can give our clients the best information about their services.
SHAY BEATON
VEGETATION MGMT. SUPERVISOR
While her position may differ from her decade of experience as an award-winning Horse Trainer, don’t let that fool you. If you need the job done, and done right, Shayley is the Women!
Whether it's a large industrial program or a demanding pasture far from town, Shayley is in her element, ensuring the job is done with precision and efficiency. Her ability and attitude ensure that any obstacle can be overcome to solve your weed problem, no matter the size.
Shayley’s position takes her all over our area of work, overseeing and participating in jobs for some of our largest clients. If you see Shayley out on your job, you can rest easy knowing that it is in very capable hands.
Christopher Tompkins
TURF PROGRAMS SUPERVISOR
Christopher Tompkins is the Supervisor of Turf Programs 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! Chris is an asset to our crew! Please be sure to say hi to him if you see him out in the field.
STUART Grant
NOXIOUS WEEDS SUPERVISOR
Stuart Grant is the Supervisor of Noxious Weed Control & Kananaskis Improvement District here at Prairie Environmental Services Ltd. 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.
Being hands-on has made Stuart a great supervisor. He travels site to site, teaching and leading his crew members every step of the way. This helps ensure his sites are always looking as clean as can be! We love having his witty personality and quick-paced self back in action here at Prairie!
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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.
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.
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 avaliable?
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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