Learn about our Better Lawns family

The Broadwater's

-Owners

We are a family-run company with deep roots in hard work, dedication, and strong family values. Since the early 2000s, we’ve been building more than just a business—we’ve been building a life together in SE Minnesota.

Husband and wife team Josh and Cassandra have built this business together with hard work, passion, and a commitment to excellence. Josh manages daily operations, ensuring that every project runs smoothly and every lawn gets the attention it deserves. He works closely with our experienced crews, oversees quality control, and ensures we use the best products and most modern techniques. Cassandra handles the behind-the-scenes details; including payroll, billing, and customer service. This is done while balancing our busiest job of all, -being parents.

Our three children, Owen (13), Charlie (10), and Nora (8), inspire us to work hard every day. Family is our foundation, and we bring that same commitment and care to our work every day. We take pride in helping homeowners and businesses maintain beautiful, healthy outdoor spaces they can enjoy year-round.

We bring passion, experience, and a personal touch to every project; let our family take care of yours!

Damien Nickeslon

- Operations Manager

Damien Nickelson is our Operations Manager. Damien started his career in 2008 breaking in as a laborer. Thru hard work and a love for the industry he has climbed the ranks to becoming our Operations Manager in 2024. Damien overseas the scheduling, estimating, and meets with Josh and Cassandra to ensure that there are no complaints.

When Damien is not at work you will find him coaching High School sports for the Chatfield Gophers. Damien coaches both JV Basketball and Varsity Track.

Jacob "Woody" Drogemuller

-Lead Lawn Care Foreman

Jacob “Woody” Drogemuller started his career in lawn care at the beginning of 2009. He has continuously excelled at his craft making it hard for others to replicate his lawn care designs. Woody sets the example for what we want our lawns to look like.

When Woody isn’t working, you will find him out kayaking, camping, and roaming his 40 acres of “paradise”. He is a true lover of the outdoors and a vital part of our team.

Seann Severson

- Lead Snow Operations Foreman

Seann has been with the company for over 20 years! He has watched this company grow. Seann is a true farm boy at heart. While Seann enjoys being outside during the summer months, his true passion is in the winter time. Seann loves every aspect of the winter. In fact he prays for snow! Seann runs everything from payloaders to the salt truck.

He is the main cog in making our winter operation tick. When Seann isn’t dealing with snow you will find him on the dairy farm helping chop, bale, or do anything else farm related.