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
PGT Window Replacement: The Fort Lauderdale Owner’s Guide
If you have a PGT window that’s fogged, cracked, or hard to open, we replace it with a PGT-compatible unit matched to your frame and glass spec, typically installed for $400 – $900 per window depending on size and impact rating. We stock the common PGT parts on our trucks, so most replacements in Fort Lauderdale happen same-day once we’ve measured and confirmed the series. Owners usually notice the problem first as condensation between the panes, a crank that spins without moving the sash, or a crack that spreads across the glass after a storm season.
Key Takeaways
- PGT window replacement in Fort Lauderdale runs $400 – $900 installed per window for most standard sizes.
- We’re an independent Kingswell location, not a PGT dealer, so we can source OEM or quality equivalent parts without brand lock-in.
- Same-visit replacement is possible when the unit is a standard PGT size and we have the glass package on the truck.
- Every job gets a written price before work starts, and a written guarantee when it’s done.
Which PGT Models This Applies To
PGT builds three main window families you’ll find across Fort Lauderdale homes: the WinGuard impact-rated line, the SpectraGuard replacement line, and the ClassicVue/entry-level series. Each uses different frame geometry, glass thickness, and hardware, so the first thing we do on site is read the label etched in the corner of the glass or printed on the spacer bar between the panes. That label tells us the series, the glass makeup, and the manufacturing date, which matters because PGT changed extrusion profiles on WinGuard units in 2014 and again in 2019. A 2013 WinGuard sash will not drop into a 2020 frame, even if both are called “PGT single-hung.”
On the OEM-versus-aftermarket question: PGT factory replacements cost more and carry the exact original glass package, which matters if you’re matching tint or low-e coating across a wall of windows. Quality aftermarket equivalents from the same Florida glass fabricators often match the performance spec at 20 – 30% less, but the tint match can be off by a shade. We’ll show you both options with real numbers, then you decide. If you also have CGI, CWS, or ES Windows units elsewhere in the house, we can match those too, since we stock parts across all three.
Signs Your PGT Window Replacement Is Failing
- Fog or moisture between the glass panes. The insulating seal has failed. In Fort Lauderdale, this happens faster than in dryer climates because daily humidity cycles stress the sealant, and once moisture is in, the low-e coating starts to oxidize and the glass loses its insulating value. This is a seal failure, not a cleaning problem, and no one can “fix” a failed seal from the outside.
- The sash is hard to lift, tilts out of the frame, or drops when you let go. On single-hungs and sliders, the balance system (springs or block-and-tackle) wears out, especially in salty coastal air. The window still looks fine, but the hardware is done, and forcing it open will chew up the track.
- A crack that started small and is now running toward the corner. Impact glass can take a hit and hold, but once a stress crack starts, Florida heat cycling grows it fast. A cracked impact window is no longer impact-rated, and in Fort Lauderdale, that’s a code and insurance problem, not just an aesthetic one.
- You hear wind or water during heavy rain even though the window is closed tight. The weatherstripping or the interlock between sashes has collapsed. On PGT units, the interlock is a critical part of the water rating, and once it’s flattened, the window leaks air and water around the meeting rail.
- The crank handle turns but the vent sash doesn’t move, or it moves in jerks. On casement and awning windows, the operator mechanism has stripped gears. This is one of the most common PGT failures we see in Fort Lauderdale because homeowners keep cranking against a stuck sash instead of checking the hinge track first.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
Most single PGT window replacements in Fort Lauderdale fall between $400 and $900 installed. The factors that move the number: glass package (standard insulated versus impact-rated versus low-e), frame size, whether we’re replacing the entire window or just the sash, and whether the existing frame is square enough to accept a new unit. A basic vinyl single-hung sash replacement without impact glass typically lands around $400 – $550. A full WinGuard impact-rated unit in a standard bedroom size runs closer to $700 – $900.
Every quote includes the part, the labor, the disposal of the old unit, and the sealant and trim work to leave the opening weathertight. You get a written price before we order anything, and that price does not change at the door. The Kingswell Guarantee applies to every replacement: if the work fails within the guarantee period, we come back and fix it at no charge. That’s not a sales line. It’s on paper, and Owen Satterfield signs it.
DIY or Call Us?
What you can safely check yourself: read the glass label and send us a photo of it, so we can confirm the series before we even drive out. Look for obvious frame damage around the window, and check if the screws on the vent sash are tight (loose hardware causes a surprising number of “broken” PGT windows). You can also lube the track with a dry silicone spray if the window is sticking.
What you should not attempt yourself: removing or replacing the sash on a winch-balanaced PGT single-hung, which holds tension that can release suddenly and do real damage to hands and fingers. Impact glass is heavy, and the glazing beads on PGT units are tight. We’ve seen DIY attempts end with broken glass, damaged frames, and one call to us anyway, but with the window out of the opening and rain on the way. We’re glad to talk you through the check on the phone, and if it’s beyond a quick fix, call (754) 354-5397 and we’ll schedule the replacement right then.
FAQs
In our experience installing and replacing PGT products across Broward County, well-maintained PGT windows in Fort Lauderdale last 18 to 25 years for the frame, but the seals and hardware often need attention at the 10 to 15-year mark. Coastal salt exposure and daily humidity shorten the weatherstripping and balance life compared to inland Florida, which is why we recommend an exterior inspection of your window seals every few years. Call (754) 354-5397 if you’re not sure what you’re looking at, and we’ll walk you through what to check.
Yes, in many cases we can replace just the sash, the balance system, the operator, or the seal rather than the entire window unit, and that’s the first question we ask ourselves when we look at the job. The decision comes down to whether the frame is still straight and whether the original series is still available. If a repair will buy you five more years at half the cost of replacement, we’ll tell you that plainly, and give you the written price before any work starts.
For a standard same-size replacement, most jobs take 45 minutes to 2 hours per window from start to cleanup, and we leave the site cleaner than we found it as part of the Kingswell Guarantee. If we’ve confirmed the series and glass spec beforehand, we can often complete the swap the same day we arrive. Larger or fully custom units take longer because the glass has to be fabricated to match, and we’ll give you a committed arrival window for every appointment.
We stock the most common PGT replacement parts on our trucks: balances, operators, weatherstripping, and standard glass packages for WinGuard and SpectraGuard series. That means a good portion of PGT window replacement calls in Fort Lauderdale are finished on the first visit, not after a two-week parts delay. If your window is a custom size or a special glass package, we’ll order it and give you a real timeframe, and the written quote is still the same price when the part arrives.
Ready to Get Your PGT Window Replaced?
Call (754) 354-5397 and a real person answers. No phone tree, no voicemail box, no “leave a message and we’ll get back to you.” Tell us what you’re seeing with your window, and we’ll ask the questions that actually matter: what the glass label says, what the failure looks like, and when you’re available. We’ll schedule the visit, show up in the window we gave you, and hand you a written price before a single screw turns. Tell me what the house needs, and we’ll figure out the rest from there.
Written by Owen Satterfield, Owner, Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale at Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale and nearby areas.
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.