Pergolas provide a cool gathering space in hot weather and will hold nearly anything. We offer several design options that include railings, stairs and even privacy walls. Aluminum patio roofs can make noise during rainstorms, though how much noise they make depends on how heavy it’s raining and if the roof is insulated or not. Light rain falling on your roof might sound soothing but if you live in an area with serious and consistent rainfall, the novelty of the sound might wear off.