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AfterWindows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Window installation in Fort Lauderdale means working with concrete block stucco homes, salt air, and the strictest hurricane code in the country. Most houses here were built between the late 1940s and 1970s, and thousands still carry original jalousie windows that insurers now refuse to cover. We install and replace windows and doors with a written price in your hand before any tool is lifted, and every job leaves a documented photo record. Call (509) 265-6387 to schedule your measured survey.
Why Fort Lauderdale Homes Are Different
Fort Lauderdale’s 165+ miles of inland canals put salt water within a block of most residential streets, and the Atlantic sits a mile east. That combination means aluminum frames oxidize in years, not decades, and door thresholds wear faster here than in Tampa or Orlando. Broward County is one of only two counties in the US designated a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone under the Florida Building Code, so every replacement opening must carry Miami-Dade NOA-approved impact products. No other market in the country stacks the HVHZ impact mandate on top of this density of salt-water-adjacent homes.
The housing stock is overwhelmingly CBS, concrete block stucco, built from the late 1940s through the 1970s. In older canal neighborhoods like Tarpon River, Middle River Terrace, and Riverside Park, original jalousie windows are still common. Those louvered glass units were set into concrete block at non-standard widths, so converting them to impact casement or single-hung units usually means cutting and re-patching the CBS wall, not a simple frame swap. Along the A1A beach corridor, high-rise condominiums add another layer: large sliding glass door replacements require HOA coordination and HVHZ-rated assemblies certified for high-rise wind pressure differentials.
Our Main Fort Lauderdale Services
Two jobs dominate the phone calls we answer from Fort Lauderdale homeowners: full door replacements on CBS openings, and whole-home window replacement on mid-century stock. Here’s what each one looks like here.
Door Installation in Fort Lauderdale
Door installation here usually starts with a failing threshold or a frame that’s pulled away from the block. Salt air corrodes hinges and lock hardware, and the constant humidity swells wood frames. Our measured survey records the rough opening dimensions, the condition of the CBS wall around it, and the exposure rating required. You get that document before any price is written. See the full scope on our Door Installation in Fort Lauderdale page.
Window Replacement in Fort Lauderdale
Window replacement in Fort Lauderdale is driven by insurance more than aesthetics. Original jalousies provide zero wind resistance, and Florida property insurers are actively refusing coverage on homes that still have them. The work means pulling the old louvered frame, cutting the concrete opening to standard width, and setting an HVHZ-rated unit. Read the step-by-step on our Window Replacement in Fort Lauderdale page.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterWindow Installation in Fort Lauderdale
Window installation in Fort Lauderdale is mostly conversion work on mid-century CBS homes. Original jalousie frames were cast into concrete block at widths that don’t match any modern unit, so the standard job is a rough-opening modification, not a drop-in replacement. We also handle straightforward upgrades on newer construction. Either way, the written price comes from the measured survey, and that survey is the same document you keep. Our Window Installation approach applies that rule to every opening we touch.
Single & Double Hung Windows
Signs you need it
Sash cords snap, springs fail, or the lower sash won’t stay up, and in Fort Lauderdale the added problem is air leakage that drives humidity into the wall cavity.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Single hung units run $380-$880 per window installed, and double hung run $450-$1,150 per window installed, depending on opening condition and glazing package.
How we do it
We record the rough opening, cut or shim the CBS wall as needed, set the new frame with closed-cell foam, flash the exterior, and photograph every step.
Horizontal Roller Windows
Signs you need it
The rollers wear flat, the track fills with salt-driven corrosion, or the panel binds halfway and won’t seal against Florida’s afternoon downpours.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Horizontal roller replacements typically run $420-$950 per window installed, with multi-panel assemblies priced by linear foot.
How we do it
We measure the existing track, confirm the frame isn’t racked, pull the old panel, install a marine-grade roller assembly, and document the seal with photos.
What Window Installation Costs in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Single hung window, installed | $380 - $880 per window |
| Double hung window, installed | $450 - $1,150 per window |
| Horizontal roller window, installed | $420 - $950 per window |
Does window installation require a permit in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Fort Lauderdale requires a permit for replacement windows, and the product must carry Miami-Dade NOA approval. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection. Call (509) 265-6387 for the exact scope on your block.
Will the price change once work starts?
No. The measured survey and the written quote are the same document under Haven Clause 1. If the opening condition matches what we recorded, the price holds. Call (509) 265-6387 for a free estimate.
Impact Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale
Impact windows and doors in Fort Lauderdale aren’t an upgrade, they’re a code requirement and an insurance precondition. Every replacement opening in Broward County’s HVHZ must carry Miami-Dade NOA-approved impact glazing, and older homes with jalousies are being flagged by insurers for non-renewal. The salt air along the canals and A1A corridor accelerates seal failure on non-impact units within a decade. Our Impact Windows & Doors work starts with the product certification, not the brochure.
Impact-Resistant Windows
Signs you need it
Your insurer has flagged the current windows, or a recent storm revealed the old seals are shot, or you can hear canal wind whistling through the frames at 20 mph.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Impact-resistant replacements run $850-$2,500 per window installed depending on size, opening condition, and glass package.
How we do it
We match the Miami-Dade NOA number to your specific wall assembly, set the laminated glass into a sealed frame, and photograph the label and the install.
Single Hung Impact Windows
Signs you need it
The lower sash is loose in the track, the glazing bead has pulled away, or the original window was never impact-rated at all.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Single hung impact windows typically run $900-$2,200 installed per unit, with the spread driven by frame material and opening prep.
How we do it
We confirm the NOA approval for your wall type, measure the rough opening, cut and re-patch the CBS wall as needed, and set the rated unit.
What Impact Windows & Doors Costs in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Impact-resistant window, installed | $850 - $2,500 per window |
| Single hung impact window, installed | $900 - $2,200 per window |
| Impact sliding glass door, installed | $2,500 - $7,500 per door |
Can you match my condo’s HOA impact spec?
Yes. High-rise condos along A1A require assemblies certified for specific wind pressure differentials. We work from your HOA’s written specification and match the NOA number to it. Call (509) 265-6387 to start.
Will insurance cover impact windows?
Most Broward County insurers offer premium discounts or replacement credits for NOA-approved impact products. We give you the product documentation and photos to submit with your filing. Call (509) 265-6387 for a free estimate.
Energy-Efficient Windows in Fort Lauderdale
Energy-efficient windows in Fort Lauderdale fight humidity and solar gain, not winter cold. The 60+ inches of annual rainfall and 90%+ summer humidity push moisture through failed seals, while UV intensity cooks interiors and fades furniture. Low-E glazing and argon fill cut the solar load enough to take real pressure off AC systems. Our Energy-Efficient Windows specifications start with the U-factor and SHGC numbers, not the marketing copy.
Low-E & Argon Gas Glass
Signs you need it
Rooms on the east or south side of the house feel 8-10 degrees warmer than the rest, and the AC runs through the afternoon without cycling off.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Low-E argon units add $80-$200 per window over standard double-pane pricing, bringing a typical window to $500-$1,300 installed.
How we do it
We spec the correct SHGC for your elevation and overhang, order the coated glass, set the unit, and record the spacer and gas fill documentation.
UV-Blocking & Fade Protection
Signs you need it
Furniture, rugs, or artwork within six feet of a window shows visible fading, or you’ve already replaced fabrics once since buying the house.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
UV-blocking film or laminated interlayers add $100-$250 per window, so a typical protected unit runs $550-$1,400 installed.
How we do it
We identify the wavelengths hitting the glass, choose a UV-blocking interlayer or film with the right transmission profile, and document the install.
What Energy-Efficient Windows Costs in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
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| Low-E argon window, installed | $500 - $1,300 per window |
| UV-blocking window, installed | $550 - $1,400 per window |
| Insulated laminated glass, installed | $650 - $1,800 per window |
What SHGC should I target in Fort Lauderdale?
For east- and west-facing glass, target a SHGC below 0.25. That’s the number that cuts the real heat gain. We spec it per elevation, not per whole house. Call (509) 265-6387.
Will energy-efficient windows stop condensation?
They reduce it dramatically by keeping the interior glass surface warmer. Seal failure, not humidity alone, is what you’re seeing on the old units. Call (509) 265-6387 for a free estimate.
Sliding & Patio Doors in Fort Lauderdale
Sliding and patio doors in Fort Lauderdale take the worst of the weather on every elevation. Salt air from the canals and the Atlantic corrodes tracks and rollers within a few seasons, and the HVHZ code demands impact-rated assemblies on any opening larger than a standard door. The A1A high-rise condos add wind pressure requirements that no inland installer ever works with. Our Sliding & Patio Doors replacements are sized for the opening, the exposure, and the HOA paperwork.
Impact Sliding Glass Doors
Signs you need it
The existing door is not impact-rated, the track is pitted from salt, or the panel flexes visibly when you lean on it during a wind gust.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Impact sliding glass doors run $2,500-$7,500 per door installed, with wide spans and high-rise certifications landing at the top of that range.
How we do it
We verify the wind pressure zone, match the NOA-approved assembly to the opening, pull the old track, and set the rated frame with a photographed seal.
Screen Door Installation
Signs you need it
The mesh is torn from salt corrosion, the frame is bent at the corners, or the door no longer closes square against the jamb.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Screen door installation runs $150-$500 per door depending on frame material, mesh rating, and whether the jamb needs rebuilding.
How we do it
We measure the opening, match the frame to the existing track style, hang the door, and adjust the closer so it seals without slamming.
What Sliding & Patio Doors Costs in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Impact sliding glass door, installed | $2,500 - $7,500 per door |
| Patio door (non-impact), installed | $1,200 - $3,800 per door |
| Screen door, installed | $150 - $500 per door |
Can you replace just the rollers on my sliding door?
Sometimes, but on Fort Lauderdale canal homes the track is usually corroded past the point where new rollers fix it. We’ll tell you which one it is, with photos. Call (509) 265-6387.
How do I know if my sliding door is impact-rated?
Look for an etched NOA number in the corner of the glass. If there’s no mark, it’s almost certainly not impact-rated under current code. Call (509) 265-6387 for an exact evaluation.
Impact Garage Doors in Fort Lauderdale
Impact garage doors in Fort Lauderdale protect the largest unbraced opening on the house. A standard sectional door that fails under wind pressure turns into a sail that can blow out the roof structure behind it, and Broward County’s HVHZ code requires every new garage door to carry Miami-Dade NOA approval. Salt air from the canals also shortens the life of steel tracks and torsion hardware faster than almost anywhere in Florida. Our Impact Garage Doors work is specified to the wind-load chart, not the catalog.
Hurricane-Rated Garage Doors
Signs you need it
The current door dates from before 2002, flutters visibly in high wind, or your insurer sent a non-renewal notice tied to the opening.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Hurricane-rated garage doors run $1,800-$5,000 per door installed depending on width, track gauge, and wind-load reinforcement.
How we do it
We confirm the NOA number against your specific garage opening, reinforce the jambs, hang the rated door, and tension the hardware to spec.
Wind-Load Code Compliance
Signs you need it
You’re selling the house and the four-point inspection flagged the garage door as non-compliant, or the opening shows visible deflection under load.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Retrofitting an existing door for wind-load compliance runs $400-$1,200 when the door itself is in sound condition.
How we do it
We add the stiffener plates and track brackets the door is missing, document the modification, and give you the paperwork for the inspector and insurer.
What Impact Garage Doors Costs in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Hurricane-rated garage door, installed | $1,800 - $5,000 per door |
| Wind-load retrofit, existing door | $400 - $1,200 per door |
| Garage door replacement (non-rated), installed | $1,200 - $3,200 per door |
Does a four-point inspection require an impact garage door?
Broward County inspectors check the garage door’s wind-rating label. If the door predates the NOA system, it typically fails. We replace or retrofit before the inspection. Call (509) 265-6387.
Will an impact garage door lower my insurance?
Most insurers list the garage door separately on the wind mitigation form. A rated door with the right documentation usually produces a discount. Call (509) 265-6387 for a free estimate.
Custom & Geometric Windows in Fort Lauderdale
Custom and geometric windows in Fort Lauderdale show up most often on mid-century CBS homes and older waterfront properties where the original openings were framed to match a view, not a standard catalog size. Arched heads, radius corners, and oversized picture openings all need NOA-approved impact glazing under Broward County’s HVHZ code. That combination of irregular geometry and the strictest product standard in the country limits the field to fabricators who work from shop drawings, not stock lists. Our Custom & Geometric Windows process starts with the measured opening, not the product line.
Arched & Curved Windows
Signs you need it
The existing arch is a single pane of non-impact glass, the wooden radius frame is rotting from canal humidity, or the curve has slipped out of true.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Arched and curved impact windows typically run $1,500-$4,500 per unit installed, with the radius template driving most of the cost.
How we do it
We take a physical template of the curve, send it to the fabricator with the NOA requirements, and set the finished unit with a photographed seal.
Oversized Openings
Signs you need it
Your picture window spans more than eight feet, or you’re combining multiple openings into one sightline across the back of the house.
What it costs in Fort Lauderdale
Oversized impact openings run $2,000-$6,000 per unit installed, with the spread driven by glass area and the stiffening required.
How we do it
We calculate the wind-load deflection for the span, specify the frame reinforcement, and install the unit with intermediate mullions where the code requires them.
What Custom & Geometric Windows Costs in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Arched impact window, installed | $1,500 - $4,500 per window |
| Oversized impact opening, installed | $2,000 - $6,000 per opening |
| Geometric fixed window, installed | $900 - $3,200 per window |
Can you match a custom shape to an existing opening?
Yes. We template the opening in place, so the new unit matches the radius or angle exactly, even on concrete block walls. Call (509) 265-6387 to schedule a survey.
How long does a custom window take?
Template to install typically runs four to six weeks, depending on fabrication. The measured survey and written price come first. Call (509) 265-6387 for a free estimate.
Brands We Service in Fort Lauderdale
We install and service PGT, CGI, CWS, and ViewLux product lines, with parts and common glass packages stocked for quick turnaround on Fort Lauderdale jobs. Our our brands page lists the full performance tiers and price ranges.
Pricing for Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale, FL
| Service | Typical range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Single hung window, installed | $380 - $880 per window |
| Double hung window, installed | $450 - $1,150 per window |
| Horizontal roller window, installed | $420 - $950 per window |
| Impact-resistant window, installed | $850 - $2,500 per window |
| Single hung impact window, installed | $900 - $2,200 per window |
| Low-E argon window, installed | $500 - $1,300 per window |
| Impact sliding glass door, installed | $2,500 - $7,500 per door |
| Screen door, installed | $150 - $500 per door |
| Hurricane-rated garage door, installed | $1,800 - $5,000 per door |
| Arched impact window, installed | $1,500 - $4,500 per window |
What pushes a Fort Lauderdale price up is the opening: rough-opening modifications on CBS walls, NOA documentation for high-rise condos, and salt-corroded frame prep all add labor. The written price we hand you before work starts is the price on the final invoice, because the measured survey and the quote are the same document.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Fort Lauderdale
We work throughout Fort Lauderdale, from the canal-threaded streets of the older neighborhoods to the high-rise corridor along A1A. Response time for a measured survey across the city is typically one to two business days.
- Tarpon River
- Middle River Terrace
- Riverside Park
- Las Olas Isles
- Imperial Point
Service Area - Cities Near Fort Lauderdale
We also install and replace windows and doors in the surrounding Broward County communities. If you’re in Plantation, FL, Pompano Beach, FL, Hollywood, FL, or Margate, FL, the same written-price standard and measured survey apply.
Serving Fort Lauderdale, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Lauderdale area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale
Most measured surveys happen within one to two business days, and installation typically schedules within two to four weeks after the written quote is accepted. Custom and impact fabrication can extend that timeline. Call (509) 265-6387 for your exact schedule.
Yes. We work from the HOA’s written specification, match NOA-approved products to their wind pressure requirements, and provide the documentation boards ask for before approving the work. Call (509) 265-6387 with your board’s spec sheet.
The first step is a measured survey we hand you in writing. That survey records the rough openings, frame conditions, and exposure ratings, and it’s the same document every quote is built from. Call (509) 265-6387 to schedule yours.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local windows & doors pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Fort Lauderdale Customers Say
"They photographed the rotten sill they found under the old frame before replacing it, and the extra cost was agreed in writing before they carried on."
- Rosalind C."Front door install went smoothly. Written warranty, clear price, no pressure to upgrade anything."
- Nils H."Patio door had dropped and would not lock. They adjusted it rather than selling me a new one, and charged accordingly."
- Simone T.