~We are Magnolia Arborist~

Here at Magnolia Arborist, we strive for customer satisfaction in everything we do. From the moment we first answer your call, to the Arborist meeting with you in the field, we want to meet your expectations. We believe that it is very important for you to know who you are dealing with when it comes to your trees! That is why our Arborists are among the most qualified and educated Arborists in the field of Arboriculture.

Bradford Phillips

Owner/Lead Arborist

Brad is a 3rd generation Arborist that has studied under his father and grandfather since childhood. Brad has been pursuing his career in the tree industry for 20 years and is part of the 2%  Board Certified Master Arborists in the country. He has studied with Cornell and Harvard University and has several certifications including: Board Certified Master Arborist, TCIA EHAP Certification, Aerial Rescue Certification, NATS Certified in EHAT. Brad has been a speaker for OHBA (Organic Horticulture Business Alliance) and has participated in public outreach and educational seminars pertaining to tree care. Our Lead Board Certified Master Arborist in Houston has appeared on several radio stations and news channels to report on tree health such as 740AM, 900AM, 950AM, Channel 2, and Channel 11.

​Certification Number: TX-3850B

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Brandon Murphy

Owner/Consulting Arborist

Brandon has been in the tree industry for almost 2 decades. For the past 5 years, he has built and facilitated several Emergency Storm Teams that help families in need whose homes have been ravaged by trees during hurricanes and other natural disasters.  Brandon is currently working in the foothills of the Sierras, assisting the Pink Bark Beetle crisis in California. Brandon is an ISA certified Arborist and is also certified in Power Line Clearance. In his spare time, he is involved in independent studies that include Pine Bark Beetle Management and Treatment. 

Certification Number: TX-4271A

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Brittany Bates

Consulting Arborist

Brittany is an ISA Certified Arborist that has a passion for providing detailed diagnosis and treatment plans to help the average homeowner have the most affordable tree care possible. She is currently involved in the independent study of the decomposer system of trees and how to prevent invasive pathogens. Brittany's personal interests also include Mycology (the study of Fungi). 

Certification Number: Tx-4280A