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Lockett Tree Surgery07747 127 023

Yeovil, Taunton and Wellington

Tree Removal in Yeovil, Taunton and Wellington

Trees taken down safely, even close to houses, roads and cables, with sectional dismantling from our Spider MEWP and the garden left clear and tidy.

  • Trees close to buildings
  • Spider MEWP, 23 m reach
  • Insured up to £10 million
  • Garden left clean and tidy
5 star reviews from local customers

Open 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

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ARB ApprovedContractor
Safe ContractorApproved
CHASApproved
City & GuildsQualified
ARB Approved ContractorListed by the Arboricultural Association as an approved tree work contractor.
Safe Contractor and CHASHealth and safety standards checked by Safe Contractor and CHAS.
Insured up to £10 millionFully insured for domestic, commercial and utility tree work.
Local since 2018Founded by Ben Lockett and based at Podimore, near Yeovil.

What our tree removal covers

Trees taken down safely, even close to houses, roads and cables, with sectional dismantling from our Spider MEWP and the garden left clear and tidy.

Sectional dismantling

Where a tree cannot be felled whole, it is taken down piece by piece so nothing lands where it should not.

Spider MEWP access

Our tracked Spider MEWP reaches 23 metres, has 12 metres of outreach and fits through a 0.78 metre gap.

Considerate on site

We arrive at the agreed time, work safely and quickly, and stay considerate to your neighbours throughout.

Stump grinding available

Have the stump ground out on the same visit, ready for new turf, planting or paving.

Everything cleared away

Branches, timber and green waste are cleared, or the logs left for you, and the garden is left tidy.

What tree removal costs

Your priceFree quoteQuoted after we have seen the job
Every job is different, so we do not publish a price list. The price depends on:
  • The size, species and condition of the tree
  • Access, and how close it is to buildings, roads or cables
  • Whether the tree is protected and needs consent
  • What happens to the timber, brash and woodchip
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Protected trees, TPOs and conservation areas

Some trees in Somerset and Dorset are protected by a Tree Preservation Order, or stand in a conservation area. Work on a protected tree needs consent from Somerset Council or Dorset Council first, and the liability for unauthorised work falls on the tree owner, not the contractor.

We check whether a tree is protected before any work is agreed, and we only carry out work on a protected tree once consent is in place. If you are not sure, mention it on the form and we will look into it for you.

Three steps to a tidy garden

1

Tell us about the tree

Where it is, what is near it and why it needs to go. A photo helps us plan.

2

Free quote

We assess the tree and access, check whether it is protected and give you a free quote.

3

Removed and cleared

We take the tree down safely and leave the garden clean and tidy.

What our customers say

5 star reviews from local customers
Safe, quick and considerateI highly recommend Ben and his team. The work carried out was safe, quick, and efficient. Ben is highly knowledgeable and practical, considerate to my neighbours.
Customer review
Left as though we'd never beenLockett Tree Surgery arrived at the agreed time, were professional and courteous throughout their time working. The work was excellent and the trees look so much better now. I couldn't believe how well they tidied up when they had finished and left it as though they'd never been.
Customer review
Programme agreed and kept toBen Lockett and his team worked in a professional and efficient manor. Very reliable and time schedule and programme of works was fully discussed and adhered to.
Customer review
Lockett Tree Surgery truck with the four leaf logo parked beside a tidy garden
The Lockett Tree Surgery truck on a finished job

Meet the team

Lockett Tree Surgery was founded in 2018 by Ben Lockett. Ben and his team of tree surgeons, arborists and plant machinery operators work around Yeovil, Taunton and Wellington, for homeowners, businesses and utility customers.

  • ReputableA high level of service for commercial, domestic and utility customers.
  • Consistent qualityWork completed with integrity, to regulatory standards and on time.
  • Health and safetySafe Contractor accredited, with strict safety policies on every job.
  • SustainabilitySpecially trained staff and apprentices who are proud of the work.
  • Environment and communityAiming to replant two trees for every one removed, with woodchip and timber reused locally.

Frequently asked questions

Can you remove a tree close to my house?
Yes. Trees close to houses, garages, roads or cables are taken down in sections, usually from our Spider MEWP, so each piece is lowered under control rather than felled whole.
Do I need permission to remove a tree?
If the tree has a Tree Preservation Order or stands in a conservation area, the council must give consent first. We check this before any work is agreed, so you are not caught out.
Will you remove the stump?
We can grind the stump below the surface or remove it completely. Tell us what you plan to do with the ground and we will recommend the right option.
Can you reach a tree in my back garden?
Usually, yes. Our Spider MEWP fits through a 0.78 metre gap, so a side gate is often enough. If not, we take the tree down by rope.
What happens to the waste?
We take away the branches and timber unless you want to keep the logs. Timber is recycled into firewood and woodchip goes to local farms and animal sanctuaries.
How much does tree removal cost?
It depends on the size of the tree, how close it is to buildings, access and waste. We look at the job and give you a free quote before any work is agreed.

Serving Yeovil, Taunton and Wellington

Based at Podimore near Yeovil, we cover everywhere within 20 miles (32 km) of Yeovil, plus Taunton and Wellington. If your town is not listed, send your postcode and we will confirm.

YeovilTauntonWellingtonSherborneIlchesterMartockSouth PethertonMilborne PortCrewkerneSomertonBeaminsterLangportCastle CaryIlminsterWincantonStreetBrutonSturminster NewtonGlastonburyChardBridportGillinghamShepton MalletDorchesterWells

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