In our looks-obsessed society, lots of people think that being overweight is an appearance issue. But being overweight is actually a medical concern because it can seriously affect a person's health. The health problems that stem from being overweight go way beyond the ones we usually hear about, like diabetes and heart disease. Being overweight can also affect a person's joints, breathing, sleep, mood, and energy levels.
The average cost for a patio roof addition using low-maintenance wood-patterned aluminum runs for about $6,000 to $10,000 for an area of 20 by 20 feet, as of 2011. A screen can be added for an additional cost of $3,000 to $4,000. Adding a wood lattice roof can range between $500 and $10,000.
This puts an average roof at $14,000 to $12,000. Natural slate is one of the most expensive roofing materials, but can raise the value of a home due to its character. It costs about $25 to $35 per square foot installed, or a total of $50,000 to $70,000 for the average roof.