Things like a new roof can range - here in Philadelphia where i do a lot of work, our flat rubber rowhome roofs are fairly inexpensive and standard . . .

No guaranteed way to stop a determined, experienced thief:(Only deterrents that push them to easier jobs.The roof may be a good idea - until they figure out the just need a ladder to get up there and a rope to lower it down. 

Doing few roof for single family homes in Houston.

I just bought it in the fall and am trying to complete a bunch of modifications during off-season (e.g. metal roof, certain safety features, treating the deck, possibly updating the fire pit area, etc). 

Check out this site - https://theluxurypergola.com/blogs/louvered-roof-info/hurric...They cover wind resistant pergolas in general but I would make sure whatever you get will be able to stand up to hurricanes that happen there from time to time.

ie, wind damages the roof and that lets in rain that damages sheetrock, floors, furnishings,...   

roof? 

some roofs, tree damage and trash strewn around. 

Right now the only utility at the garage is power so basically I am starting with a frame and a roof. 

Here's the details:ARV- $210- $220KRent: about $1,900/month3 beds/ 2 bathsNeeds: New roof, New HVAC, New fence, Minot touch ups inside like paint and cabinet touch ups.Rehab- About $40kI offered $140K and he countered with $190K.