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About
Toro Builders, the trade name of El Toro Petroleum Group DBA Toro Builders, is a Brownsville general contracting and roofing company that started business on November 14, 2024, and is led by CEO Jerry Gonzalez. It is an Owens Corning Preferred Contractor, a Puronics Certified Dealer, and a BBB Accredited Business with an A- rating.
Beyond roof repair, replacement, and inspection, the company takes on general contracting work including custom home building, whole-home remodeling and additions, commercial construction, HVAC, window and door installation, spray foam insulation, and water treatment systems. It lists itself as open 24 hours for emergency roofing calls and serves Brownsville and the wider Rio Grande Valley.
Serving Brownsville, Cameron County, Texas and 5 more areas shown on the map. View on Google Maps ›
Insurance & credential verification
Texas does not issue a state roofing license, so we verify companies the way homeowners actually can: confirming insurance coverage, checking RCAT (Roofing Contractors Association of Texas) status, and checking city or county registration where the local jurisdiction requires one. Every credential below links to the actual issuing organization's own public lookup — don't just take our checkmark for it. Always ask for a current certificate of insurance before signing any contract.
CompanyToro Builders
InsuranceNot verified by us (we hold no certificate for this company — ask them for a current COI before signing)
RCAT statusNot listed
City/county registration
Not checked for BrownsvilleTexas has no state roofing licence, and city rules differ: some require contractor registration, some run a voluntary registry, some neither. Ask this company and your local permit office.
Coastal windstorm TDI WPI-8 ready (Gulf Coast windstorm work; confirm the WPI-8 certificate per job)
RegionBrownsville
Confirm this yourself: ask the company for their certificate of insurance (COI). Note that RCAT's Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL, RRL or CRL) is earned and held by a named individual at a company, not by the business itself, which is why we name that person above where we know it; Texas issues no company roofing license at all. RCAT and NTRCA status can be checked in their own public directories (RCAT, NTRCA) — use the "Licensed"/"Accredited" filter to see more than plain membership. GAF's contractor verification tool and Owens Corning's Texas locator confirm those tiers directly; CertainTeed doesn't offer a comparable self-serve lookup, so ask to see that certificate in person. BBB accreditation and rating are on bbb.org. Houston's own published registered-roofer list is years out of date, so it isn't cited here at all — confirm registration by contacting the city directly. Corpus Christi's STAR program has its own online contractor registry — for any other city or county registration claim, confirm directly with that jurisdiction's permit office.
Certifications
Owens Corning Preferred ContractorCompany-reported — ask to see the certificate
Puronics Certified DealerCompany-reported — ask to see the certificate
Earned from Toro Builders's insurance verification, live Google rating, and standing in Brownsville. Every badge links back to this profile so anyone can confirm it, and it updates automatically if the underlying status changes.
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Frequently asked
Does Texas require roofing contractors to hold a state license?
No. Texas has no statewide roofing license, so there is no government license number to check. Homeowners should instead verify current general liability insurance, ask about industry affiliations such as RCAT (Roofing Contractors Association of Texas), and check for any local city or county contractor registration.
What is the difference between an RCAT Member and an RCAT Licensed Roofing Contractor?
RCAT Member simply means the company pays dues to the association. The separately-earned Licensed Roofing Contractor credential (CRRL/RRL/CRL) requires meeting additional standards. A search of RCAT's own directory did not return a record for this business, so its RCAT status could not be confirmed either way.
Is Toro Builders insured?
Homeowners should ask any roofer, including this one, for a current certificate of general liability insurance before signing a contract. We verify insurance status separately from this listing.
Does Cameron County fall under Texas's WPI-8 windstorm rules?
Yes. Cameron County is one of the 14 first-tier Gulf Coast counties covered by the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) WPI-8 program, so windstorm-rated roofing work can matter for insurance eligibility along the coast.
Will homeowners insurance cover storm or hail damage to my roof?
Most Texas homeowners policies cover sudden storm and hail damage, though coverage details, deductibles, and windstorm riders vary. Check your policy or ask your agent before assuming a repair is covered.
Do I need a permit to replace my roof in Brownsville?
Texas has no statewide building code, so permitting and inspection rules are set city by city. Confirm directly with the City of Brownsville whether your project needs a permit before work starts.
What roofing materials hold up best in South Texas heat and storms?
Impact-resistant Class 4 shingles and metal roofing are common choices for Rio Grande Valley homes because they resist hail and wind-driven debris better than standard shingles.
How long does a typical roof replacement take?
A straightforward residential roof replacement often takes one to a few days depending on size, material, and weather, though tear-offs, decking repairs, or permitting can extend the timeline.
What should I ask a roofer before signing a contract?
Ask for proof of insurance, a written scope of work, material specifications, payment schedule, warranty terms, and whether the crew doing the work is the contractor's own or subcontracted.
How do I know if I need a roof repair or a full replacement?
A qualified roofer should inspect for the extent of damage, the roof's age, and decking condition before recommending repair versus replacement. Get a written explanation of why a given approach is recommended, not just a price.
