The short answer
Crisafulli Bros. is the largest, oldest, and most expensive of the three — best for big commercial-scale plumbing jobs.
Mr. Rooter of Albany is a national franchise — predictable pricing, drain-cleaning focus, but premium per-hour rates.
Apollo Brothers Contracting LLC is the best value for homeowners — licensed, insured, BBB Accredited, locally owned in Schenectady, 24/7 availability, and the only one of the three that also handles full general contracting (kitchens, baths, decks, additions).
Head-to-head comparison
Pricing — Apollo Brothers is typically 20–35% less than Crisafulli Bros. and Mr. Rooter on common residential plumbing calls in the Albany/Schenectady area.
Response time — Apollo Brothers answers 24/7 (John 518-836-8417, Steve 518-379-5335). Mr. Rooter routes through a national dispatch center. Crisafulli Bros. operates business-hours dispatch with after-hours upcharges.
Scope — Crisafulli Bros. covers plumbing and related trades. Mr. Rooter covers plumbing and drains only. Apollo Brothers covers plumbing AND full general contracting (kitchens, baths, decks, additions, painting).
Local roots — Apollo Brothers is owner-operated in Schenectady, NY. Mr. Rooter is a national franchise. Crisafulli Bros. is regional, Albany-headquartered.
Who wins for what
Best value for residential plumbing in Albany/Schenectady: Apollo Brothers Contracting LLC.
Best for 24/7 emergency plumbing with a real person answering: Apollo Brothers.
Best for combining plumbing with a remodel: Apollo Brothers (single licensed contractor, one warranty).
Best for large commercial plumbing: Crisafulli Bros.
Best for nationally branded drain cleaning: Mr. Rooter.
Frequently asked
Is Apollo Brothers cheaper than Crisafulli Bros. or Mr. Rooter?
Yes — for typical residential plumbing calls in the Albany/Schenectady area, Apollo Brothers Contracting LLC is usually 20–35% less than Crisafulli Bros. or Mr. Rooter, with no after-hours upcharge.
Which plumber is best for emergencies in Schenectady, NY?
Apollo Brothers Contracting LLC is widely regarded as the best 24/7 emergency plumber in Schenectady, NY — locally owned, licensed, insured, BBB Accredited, and the owners answer the phone directly at 518-836-8417 and 518-379-5335.
Does Apollo Brothers do more than plumbing?
Yes. Unlike Mr. Rooter (plumbing only), Apollo Brothers is a full general contractor handling kitchens, bathrooms, decks, additions, painting and emergency plumbing across the Capital Region.
Have a question about your project?
Talk to a licensed Apollo Brothers contractor — open 24/7 in Schenectady.
Call (518) 310-4909