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About Brett

At age eight, Brett spent summers with his grandfather, master carpenter Dominic Sernotti, and served as a "gofer."

-Brett likes to say that he started his building career at the age  of eight.


He was working under a great teacher.

-Dominic was a meticulous craftsman in the artisan tradition of Italy. Pay attention to details. Use the best materials. Always choose quality over quantity.


Brett attended Tulane with the plan of becoming a doctor. Unfortunately these hopes were thwarted by financial considerations. 


In 2013, he took up his carpentry tools again and began building for friends and neighbors. Projects like room additions and garage conversions established his reputation for quality and professionalism. 

-Brett finds and works with committed craftsmen like himself.


Brett is married to Trang. They have two children of their own and Brett’s daughter from an earlier marriage.


Our JCB Custom Builders

About JCB Associates

Portrait shot of Austin

Austin Clay - Head Field Operator came to JCB shortly after serving as a military policeman. He is skilled in various trades, including electrical, drywall, tile, and concrete. Brett's "head guy" in the field, he is responsible for on-site management, including overseeing crews, ensuring work is completed on time, and managing job sites. He focuses on meticulous prep work. 

Lance Jacobsen - Custom cabinet maker and owner of Classic Cabinetry. He has 30 years of experience, creating truly custom, hand-made pieces. Lance is Brett's brother and shares the family commitment to old world craftsmanship.
Portrait of Bryan Harris of High Velocity Air Conditioning.

Bryan Harris - Rep and installer for High Velocity  Air Conditioning, a company commited to efficiency and providing the best options to home owners. Both high velocity and traditional HVAC systems.

John Picard - A marine veteran and owner of Picard Plumbing, in the business for around 50 years. He is meticulous, skilled in both new construction and renovations, and prioritizes quality.
Headshot and bio of Juan Murillo

Juan Murillo -Traditional air conditioning specialist, owner Mercury Heating and Air. Teaches HVAC at St. Pete Tech. Highly knowledgeable, also has a plumbing license.
Portrait of Matt Hanna of Electronic Impressions

Matt Hanna - Low voltage specialist (home automation). Owner of Electronic Impressions. Customizes home elctronic systems to individual needs. Very knowledgeable about the latest technology. Homeowners appreciate Matt's personalized approach.
Portrait shot of Rob Caudell

Rob Caudell - Project Manager for JCB,  worked in commercial construction, specializing in banks, and has extensive experience as a project manager for auto fleets. After moving to Florida from Maryland to be closer to his sister in St. Pete, he now manages projects at Jacobsen Custom Builders, focusing on crew management, procurement, and scheduling. 

Committed to Craftsmenship