New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
Choose your installer
The unit is half the job - the install is the other half. Our own background-checked crews measure, set, seal and insulate every opening, and they know the lines we quote inside and out because they install them every week.
Select the right products
Compare styles, materials and glass packages side by side until the fit is right for your rooms, your budget and your goals. The product-line comparison below is the place to start.
Prepare your home for install
Before install day we walk you through a short checklist - furniture pulled back, treatments down, a clear path to each opening - so install day is watch-it-happen, not scramble.
Compare the Lines We Quote
Every project is priced on the same lines, side by side - the price indicators below are relative, and your consultant shows exact numbers on your actual openings.
PGTThe line Florida homeowners arrive naming - the most Miami-Dade certifications in the industry$$$
- More Miami-Dade NOA certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe Florida value pick$$
- Vinyl systems built in Florida for Florida codes
- Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Miami-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
Fast, Reliable Window Installation Across Fort Lauderdale
Window installation in Fort Lauderdale runs $900 – $2,800 per opening for most mid-range jobs, with impact-rated work starting around $1,400 installed. The real cost driver here is the High Velocity Hurricane Zone code, which requires Miami-Dade or Florida Product Approval on any replacement window, not just on new construction. We’re Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale, and our crews work in your neighborhoods weekly, from Rio Vista to Coral Ridge. Call (754) 354-5397 for a written quote before any work starts.
Why Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale Is Fort Lauderdale’s Preferred Window Installation Company
We’ve been doing windows and doors since 2009 as an independently owned and operated Kingswell location. Our Fort Lauderdale customers tell us the same thing over and over: they called because the quote was in writing, the crew showed up in the window we gave, and nobody changed the price at the door. Those are the four promises of the Kingswell Guarantee, and we hand every customer a written copy when the job is done.
Owen Satterfield runs the team here. His approach is simple: answer the phone with a live person, 24/7, and put every price in writing before a single screw turns. When you call Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale, you get a real human who can schedule, answer questions, or dispatch a technician. Not a voicemail box. The 365-Day Done Right Promise backs every installation: if the work isn’t right within the guarantee period, we come back and fix it at no charge.
Double Hung Windows in Fort Lauderdale
Double Hung Windows are the most common replacement we install in Fort Lauderdale’s older single-family homes, especially the 1950s ranches in Middle River Terrace and the Mediterranean Revival houses near Colee Hammock. A typical double hung replacement here runs $950 – $1,800 per opening installed, depending on whether you choose standard insulated glass or impact-rated units. In an HVHZ zone, the frame has to be engineered for the same design pressure as the glass, which is why cheap off-the-shelf units from big-box stores won’t pass a Fort Lauderdale wind mitigation inspection.
Impact-Rated Double Hungs for Older Openings
Many of the original windows in Fort Lauderdale’s 1920s and 1930s homes are single-pane wood sash. Replacing them with impact-rated double hungs means fitting a reinforced frame into an opening that was never built for one. We do this regularly and handle the jamb upgrades, the permit, and the inspection paperwork.
When Double Hungs Beat Sliders
In bedrooms, double hungs give you egress-friendly lower sashes and better cross-ventilation than a horizontal roller. For Fort Lauderdale’s humid summers, we often pair them with low-e glass, a thin coating that reflects heat back outside while letting light through.
Vinyl Windows in Fort Lauderdale
Vinyl Windows are the workhorse choice for Fort Lauderdale homeowners who want energy efficiency without paying for aluminum impact frames. A standard vinyl single-hung or double-hung runs $900 – $1,500 per opening installed here, and we pull from ECO Window Systems and Mr-Glass lines depending on the size and wind-load requirement. Vinyl holds up well against salt air because it doesn’t corrode, but in HVHZ zones, the frame and sash must still carry a Florida Product Approval number.
Marine-Grade Hardware Matters Here
We see plenty of vinyl windows in Fort Lauderdale with standard hardware that starts binding after two or three seasons near the water. In canalside areas like Las Olas Isles, we spec marine-grade cam locks and roller assemblies so the window keeps working when the salt spray starts eating lesser parts.
Vinyl vs. Aluminum in Flood Zones
For homes below base flood elevation that are getting retrofitted, vinyl can be a smart choice because it’s less expensive to replace if a storm surge claims the window. But the frame still has to meet the same design pressure rating as any other material in the HVHZ. We’ll pull that product approval for you before we quote it, so you don’t pay for a window that won’t pass.
Trusted Brands We Service in Fort Lauderdale
We carry eight manufacturer lines, and on most Fort Lauderdale jobs we’re working with CWS, ES Windows, and Mr-Glass. CWS gives us strong commercial-grade frames with tested impact ratings. ES Windows handles custom sizes for older, non-standard openings you see all over Victoria Park. Mr-Glass is our go-to for vinyl retrofits where budget matters but the code still demands a product approval number. We stock common parts locally for Fort Lauderdale customers, so a sash replacement or hardware fix doesn’t mean waiting on a shipment from the factory. If you have a brand preference, we’ll match the product to the job rather than force the job to fit one brand.
Common Window Installation Problems We See in Fort Lauderdale Homes
- Non-impact windows failing the large-missile test. Fort Lauderdale’s HVHZ building code requires impact-resistant glass or shutters on every opening. Contractors who install standard double hung windows in a home that needs a wind mitigation certificate leave homeowners unable to get insurance credits, and the windows may need to be pulled out entirely.
- Skipped permits catching up at resale. We’ve walked into jobs where a previous contractor installed windows without a permit. Fort Lauderdale’s building department can issue a stop-work order if an inspector catches it, and the homeowner pays to have the work redone. Our crews pull the permit first, every time.
- Salt spray pitting standard aluminum frames. In canalside communities like Las Olas Isles and Nurmi Isles, aluminum frames without marine-grade coating can show pitting within three seasons. The glass may be fine, but the frame loses its structural rating, which voids the product approval.
- Wood rot around old window frames. Many 1920s and 1930s homes in Fort Lauderdale still have original wood windows, and the humid subtropical climate works on them year-round. By the time the homeowner notices soft wood, the rough opening usually needs some repair before a new frame can go in. We scope that in the written quote, not after the crew tears out the old window.
Pricing for Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Here’s what you can expect in the current Fort Lauderdale market. Standard vinyl double hung: $900 – $1,500 per opening installed. Impact-rated double hung with Miami-Dade approval: $1,400 – $2,800 per opening. Impact casement windows: $1,600 – $3,200. A 3-panel sliding glass door replacement: $3,500 – $7,500. Prices include labor, fasteners, sealant, permit, and the inspection. What moves the number: the design pressure rating required for your zone, whether the rough opening needs repair, whether you’re in a historic district that requires a specific frame profile, and whether you’re doing one window or twelve. We hand you a written, line-item price before any work starts, and that price doesn’t change at the door.
We Also Serve Cities Near Fort Lauderdale
If you’re nearby but outside Fort Lauderdale, our crews also handle Window Installation jobs in Hollywood and Margate. The permitting and code requirements differ once you cross into a city outside the HVHZ, but we handle the paperwork for each municipality. Call (754) 354-5397 to confirm coverage in your area. For more about our full service area and product lines, visit Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale or our main service page.
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 Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale
You can use shutters instead of impact glass in Fort Lauderdale, provided the shutters are Miami-Dade or Florida Product Approved and are installed on every exterior opening. Impact glass is more common because it protects the home even when you’re not there to close the shutters, and it qualifies for wind mitigation insurance credits without the extra step of documenting shutter deployment. If you go the shutter route, your window frames still need to meet the design pressure rating for your specific wind zone. Call (754) 354-5397 and we’ll walk you through which route makes sense for your home and your insurance.
Most single-family homes in Fort Lauderdale require windows rated to at least 175 mph design pressure, though the exact number depends on your home’s location, height, and exposure category. The building department determines this from your roof shape, proximity to the coast or a canal, and whether the home sits in a windborne debris region. Every window we quote carries the Florida Product Approval number for the specific design pressure your home requires, and we include that documentation in your permit packet. Get your exact number at the free estimate: call (754) 354-5397.
Yes, Fort Lauderdale requires a building permit for window replacement, including retrofits. The permit review typically takes one to two weeks for a standard residential job, though historic district reviews can add another week or two. Our team submits the drawings, product approval documents, and wind-load calculations, and we don’t schedule the install until the permit is issued. That protects you from a stop-work order. Call (754) 354-5397 for a free estimate and we’ll give you a realistic timeline for your specific project.
Yes, but Victoria Park requires approval from the Historic Preservation Board before you replace windows, and they’ll want to see that the new frames match the character of the original architecture. That usually means choosing a frame profile and finish that reads as wood from the street, even if the window itself is impact-rated. It takes longer and costs more than a standard replacement, but plenty of homeowners do it. We’ve pulled HPB approvals in Victoria Park and know what the board’s reviewers look for. Call (754) 354-5397 and ask Owen about our Victoria Park historic district experience.
In most cases, yes, because impact-rated windows let you complete a wind mitigation inspection that documents the opening protection credits. The savings depend on your insurer, your home’s age, and whether all openings are protected, not just the windows. Keep the large-missile rating documentation from the installation: that’s the piece your insurer and the wind mitigation inspector need. We provide those documents with every impact job, and our customers frequently report premium reductions in the 15 – 40% range after a filed mitigation form. Get a free estimate at (754) 354-5397 and we’ll tell you which credits apply to your home.
Written by Owen Satterfield, Owner at Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale and surrounding Broward County since 2009.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale
Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Florida homeowners average around 25% savings on the windstorm portion of their policy after protecting every opening - some homes qualify for more.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.