About us

A Pierceton lawn company that knows its lawns

GreenWorks Lawn Solutions is locally owned. 10+ years in, we care for about 525 lawns across Kosciusko, Whitley, southwest Allen and Huntington counties, Indiana.

Two GreenWorks Lawn Solutions trucks parked together on a job

Who we are

Lawn health and pest control, and nothing else

The shop sits at 3243 S State Rd 13, Pierceton, IN 46562. From there we work Warsaw and the towns around it, Winona Lake, Leesburg, Syracuse, North Webster, Columbia City, Larwill, South Whitley, Milford, Roanoke, and the Aboite side of Allen County.

Steven Elder started GreenWorks, and Alex Griffith later came on as an owner. Both run it hands-on. No franchise, no corporate office. The person quoting your property is accountable for how it looks in August, and a question about a spot in the back yard gets a real answer, not a case number.

We're specialists, not a general grounds contractor. Fertilization, weed control, soil fertility, aeration, overseeding, dethatching, grubs, turf disease, and outdoor pest control, that's the list. No mowing, no landscaping. Plenty of our customers keep a mowing company and use us for everything else.

A ride-on granular spreader applying fertilizer on a striped lawn next to a sidewalk

The owners

Steven Elder, co-owner of GreenWorks Lawn Solutions

Steven Elder

Co-Owner, Business Development, Sales & Operations

Steven Elder is the co-owner of GreenWorks Lawn Solutions, LLC, bringing more than 15 years of experience in landscaping, lawn care, and business operations. With a professional background spanning construction, landscape management, and specialized turf care, Steven has built his career around hard work, practical knowledge, customer service, and a commitment to delivering quality results.

Steven began his professional career in the construction industry, spending approximately six years working on residential remodeling projects. This experience provided a strong foundation in project management, problem-solving, craftsmanship, and attention to detail. He later transitioned into the landscaping industry, where he spent several years gaining hands-on experience with property maintenance, landscape improvements, and outdoor environments.

In 2010, Steven began focusing his career on the lawn care industry, eventually specializing in professional fertilization, weed management, and turf health. Recognizing an opportunity to provide homeowners with a more personalized and effective approach to lawn care, Steven helped establish GreenWorks Lawn Solutions in the fall of 2014.

What began as a small, locally owned operation serving approximately 40 customers has grown into an established lawn care company serving hundreds of residential and commercial properties throughout Kosciusko, Whitley, and Allen Counties in northern Indiana. Throughout that growth, Steven has remained committed to the principles that helped establish the company: dependable service, honest communication, attention to detail, and long-term customer relationships.

As co-owner, Steven oversees many of the company's core business functions, including financial management, marketing, business development, and strategic planning. He also plays an active role in sales, customer relationships, and field operations. Unlike many business owners who transition entirely into administrative roles, Steven continues to work directly in the field, allowing him to stay connected to customers, technicians, and the daily challenges of maintaining healthy lawns.

Steven holds professional pesticide applicator certifications through the Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC), including Category 3B for turf management and Category 7A for pest control. These credentials reflect his commitment to responsible pesticide applications, industry standards, and continuing professional knowledge.

His approach to business emphasizes combining practical field experience with efficient operations and modern lawn care practices. Steven believes that successful lawn care involves more than simply applying products. It requires understanding soil conditions, turfgrass health, environmental influences, and the individual needs of each property.

Beyond the technical aspects of lawn care, Steven is passionate about building a company that customers can trust and employees can take pride in representing. He values the relationships developed with customers over the years and believes that treating people fairly, standing behind the work, and continually improving services are essential to long-term success.

Outside of GreenWorks, Steven is a husband and father of three children. Family plays an important role in his life, and much of his free time is spent enjoying outdoor activities with his wife and children. He enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, sports, and exploring the outdoors. These interests complement his professional passion for maintaining and improving outdoor spaces.

For Steven, GreenWorks Lawn Solutions represents more than a business. It reflects years of dedication, a passion for the outdoors, and a commitment to serving the communities where he and his family live.

Alex Griffith, co-owner of GreenWorks Lawn Solutions

Alex Griffith

Co-Owner, Field Operations, Sales & Technician Development

Alex is the co-owner of GreenWorks Lawn Solutions, LLC, bringing extensive hands-on experience in landscaping, hardscaping, property improvement, and professional lawn care operations. With a strong background in the outdoor services industry, Alex combines practical field knowledge with leadership, customer service, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship.

Before becoming involved with GreenWorks Lawn Solutions, Alex developed his professional experience in the landscaping and hardscaping industries. His work included landscape installations, hardscape construction, and a variety of outdoor property improvement projects. These experiences helped him develop an understanding of landscape design, soil preparation, drainage, property conditions, and the importance of proper installation and maintenance techniques.

Working in physically demanding outdoor environments also helped shape Alex's approach to leadership and business. He understands the value of preparation, efficiency, attention to detail, and doing a job correctly the first time. His years of hands-on experience provide a valuable perspective when evaluating customer properties, diagnosing lawn problems, and developing practical solutions.

As co-owner of GreenWorks Lawn Solutions, Alex plays an essential role in the company's daily operations and overall success. His primary responsibilities include sales, customer account payments, technician scheduling and routing, production management, and employee training. He works closely with the GreenWorks team to ensure that daily operations run efficiently while maintaining the quality and consistency customers expect.

One of Alex's most important responsibilities is overseeing field production and technician development. He helps train employees in proper application techniques, equipment operation, customer service expectations, and company procedures. His experience allows him to provide practical instruction and guidance, helping technicians develop the skills and confidence necessary to perform their work safely and effectively.

Alex also plays an active role in sales and customer relationships. His extensive background in landscaping gives him the ability to understand how different aspects of a property contribute to overall lawn health and appearance. Whether discussing a fertilization program, identifying turf concerns, or helping customers select additional lawn care services, Alex focuses on providing straightforward information and dependable recommendations.

Alex holds a Category 3B turf management pesticide applicator certification through the Office of Indiana State Chemist (OISC). This professional credential supports his work in turfgrass management and responsible pesticide application practices.

His approach to lawn care is built around consistency, accountability, and continual improvement. Alex understands that maintaining a healthy lawn requires proper timing, product knowledge, effective application methods, and an understanding of changing environmental conditions. He works to ensure that GreenWorks technicians follow established procedures while continuing to improve their skills and efficiency.

As a business owner, Alex takes pride in helping GreenWorks maintain its reputation as a locally owned company that values customer relationships and dependable service. He believes that strong communication, properly trained employees, and a commitment to quality are essential to creating a successful business.

Outside of work, Alex is a devoted father to his daughter and an avid outdoorsman. He enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. His appreciation for nature and outdoor recreation aligns naturally with his professional career in landscaping and turf management.

Through his combination of industry experience, operational leadership, and dedication to quality service, Alex continues to play an important role in the growth and success of GreenWorks Lawn Solutions.

  • 10+ years Serving Warsaw and the surrounding communities
  • ~525 Lawns under our care right now
  • 4 Counties covered: Kosciusko, Whitley, southwest Allen and Huntington

Member of

GreenWorks crew holding a Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce sign in front of two company trucks

What sets us apart

Six things that come with a local company

Healthy Lawns. Fewer Pests. Local Expertise.

  • Local and owner-operated

    Steven and Alex own GreenWorks and both still work the properties. No franchise agreement above us, no corporate office writing the route. Decisions about your lawn get made by the people who have walked it.

  • Lawn health and soil fertility

    Grass is the last thing that shows a problem. Color, thickness, weed pressure, they all trace back to what's happening in the soil, so that's where we start.

  • Customized programs

    Two properties on the same street can want two different things. We write the program for the lawn in front of us, not for the route.

  • Responsive, personal service

    Call (574) 549-3650 and you're talking to someone local who knows the properties on our route. One front yard or fifteen acres of grounds, you get the same attention.

  • Reliable, professional technicians

    Technicians show up in the treatment window, work the property carefully, and leave a note with what went down and what to do next.

  • Residential and commercial

    The same expertise runs both sides. Homes around the lakes, commercial campuses, churches, athletic fields, all on one schedule.

A GreenWorks technician walking a spreader across a treated front lawn

On your property

What a visit actually looks like

A technician walks the lawn before anything goes down. Turf changes week to week, and the right application in June isn't the right one two weeks later after a hot stretch.

The application goes down at the rate the program calls for. Gates get closed behind us, and you get a note with what was applied and how long to stay off. If we spot something starting, disease pressure, a grub problem, a thin patch, you hear about it while it's still small.

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Let's take a look at your lawn

Tell us the address and what you're seeing. One of our technicians will walk it and tell you what it needs.