New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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
Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes, FL
Window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically runs $650-$1,400 per opening for impact-rated units, with most full-home jobs spanning 10-20 windows in the city’s 1960s-1970s CBS ranch homes. Because Lauderdale Lakes sits inside Broward County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, every replacement must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance - a stricter standard than the general Florida Product Approval used elsewhere in the state. We measure every rough opening, document the existing frame condition, and deliver a written price before any work starts; call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your survey.
Our crews serve Lauderdale Lakes from the brand’s Miami office, bringing HVHZ-certified products and county-permit experience to homes where original jalousie windows and unpermitted past swaps are the norm, not the exception.
Why Lauderdale Lakes Homes Are Different
Lauderdale Lakes was built out almost entirely between 1960 and 1980, and a large share of its CBS ranch homes still carry original jalousie windows - louvered glass slats that offer essentially zero hurricane resistance and cannot pass any permitted replacement inspection. Because the city sits inside Broward County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, every replacement window and door must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance, a stricter standard than the general Florida Product Approval used in most of Florida. Broward inspectors will reject any installation backed only by a standard Florida Product Approval number; the product must have a Miami-Dade NOA specifically. Out-of-area contractors miss this repeatedly because the HVHZ boundary is invisible on a map and Lauderdale Lakes looks, from the outside, like any other inland Broward suburb.
The housing stock is overwhelmingly 1960s-1970s concrete block structure with original rough openings sized for jalousie or narrow single-pane aluminum sliders - dimensions that almost always require full-frame tear-out and masonry patching when upgrading to modern impact units. Decades of low-cost, unpermitted window swaps have left many homes with a chain of undocumented work that must be reconciled before a new permitted job can close. Year-round humidity combined with salt-spray events during tropical systems corrodes non-marine-grade aluminum frames on homes already 40-60 years old, making frame integrity as important as glass impact ratings.
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AfterOur Main Lauderdale Lakes Services
Lauderdale Lakes homeowners call us most often for full window replacement and impact-rated protection; below are the three services with dedicated city pages.
Window Replacement in Lauderdale Lakes
We replace original jalousie and narrow aluminum sliders with Miami-Dade NOA-rated impact units sized to the actual rough opening, not the existing frame. Most Lauderdale Lakes jobs require full-frame tear-out with masonry patching because the original 1960s-1970s openings do not match modern impact-unit dimensions. We document every existing condition with photos, reconcile unpermitted prior work with the building department, and deliver a written price before any demolition begins. Window Replacement in Lauderdale Lakes covers our complete process for CBS ranch homes in the HVHZ.
Impact Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Every impact product we specify for Lauderdale Lakes carries a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance, not merely a Florida Product Approval, because Broward County enforces HVHZ rules that out-of-area contractors routinely fail. We measure wind-load requirements specific to your structure’s exposure, specify laminated glass and marine-grade aluminum frames from PGT, CGI, or CWS, and pull permits that pass inspection the first time. Impact Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes details our HVHZ compliance process.
Sliding & Patio Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Original patio door openings in Lauderdale Lakes CBS homes are often narrower than modern impact-rated sliders require, and the concrete block construction means expansion without structural modification is rarely possible. We measure the rough opening, assess the lintel condition, and specify either a standard two-panel or a three-panel configuration from our measured survey - the same document that becomes your written quote. Sliding & Patio Doors in Lauderdale Lakes explains our full-frame approach for 1960s-era openings.
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.
Window Installation in Lauderdale Lakes
Window installation in Lauderdale Lakes means working with 1960s-1970s CBS construction where original jalousie and narrow aluminum slider rough openings almost never match modern impact-unit dimensions, requiring full-frame tear-out and masonry patching on most jobs. The city’s HVHZ designation adds the requirement that every product carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance, and decades of unpermitted prior swaps mean we often spend as much time documenting and reconciling existing conditions as we do installing the new units. Window Installation covers our complete process; here is how we handle the most common window types in Lauderdale Lakes.
Single & Double Hung Windows
Signs you need it
Original jalousie windows that cannot lock, seal, or withstand hurricane-force wind, or aluminum single-hungs with corroded frames and failed balances that slam shut.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Single and double hung impact window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $650 to $1,200 per opening, with full-frame tear-out and masonry patching adding $150-$300 per unit where original jalousie frames must be removed.
How we do it
We remove the entire existing frame to the block, patch and square the rough opening, install a Miami-Dade NOA-rated vinyl or aluminum single or double hung with integrated nailing fin, foam-seal the perimeter, and finish with interior trim matched to the existing casing.
Horizontal Roller Windows
Signs you need it
Narrow aluminum sliders from the 1970s with bent tracks, missing rollers, or frames that no longer seal against sash gaskets, common in the city’s garden apartment conversions and ranch homes.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Horizontal roller impact window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $700 to $1,300 per opening, with wider two-panel configurations at the upper end and single-panel retrofits at the lower.
How we do it
We measure the exact sash travel needed for your opening, specify a Miami-Dade NOA-rated horizontal roller with stainless steel rollers and tandem wheel assemblies, remove the old frame to the block, install the new unit plumb and level, and test operation before sealing.
What Window Installation Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Single/Double Hung impact window, installed | $650 - $1,200 |
| Horizontal Roller impact window, installed | $700 - $1,300 |
| Full-frame tear-out with masonry patching | $150 - $300 per opening |
Do you pull permits for window installation in Lauderdale Lakes?
Yes - Broward County requires a building permit for every window replacement in the HVHZ, and we pull and close all permits as standard practice. Call (754) 704-3597 and we’ll verify your property’s permit history before the measured survey.
Will my quote change after you start work?
No - Haven Clause 1 means the measured survey and the written quote are the same document; if we encounter concealed damage during tear-out, we document it, stop, and agree on a written amendment before continuing. Call (754) 704-3597 for a free estimate with fixed pricing.
Door Installation in Lauderdale Lakes
Door installation in Lauderdale Lakes faces the same HVHZ product-approval hurdle as windows, plus the added complexity that many 1960s-1970s entry door rough openings are framed for lightweight hollow-core or thin steel slabs that cannot accept impact-rated hardware or multi-point locking. The city’s CBS construction means widening an opening requires cutting block and installing a steel lintel, not simply reframing wood studs, so accurate measurement of the existing masonry condition drives every specification we write.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
Signs you need it
Your front door is a pre-1980 hollow-core or thin steel slab with no multi-point lock, no impact-rated glass lite, and a frame that flexes in moderate wind.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Hurricane-proof front and entry door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,500, including Miami-Dade NOA-rated slab, multi-point hardware, and reinforced frame with integrated threshold.
How we do it
We remove the existing door and frame to the block, assess the lintel and jamb condition, install a Miami-Dade NOA-rated fiberglass or steel impact door with multi-point locking, integrate the threshold with the existing slab, and seal with backer rod and polyurethane.
French & Double Doors
Signs you need it
Original aluminum French doors with corroded hinges, failed weatherstrip, or single-pane glass that rattles, common in 1970s ranch additions throughout Lauderdale Lakes.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
French and double door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $2,200 to $4,500, with outswing impact-rated configurations and integrated screens at the upper end.
How we do it
We measure the active and inactive panel operation, specify a Miami-Dade NOA-rated French door system with adjustable hinges and multi-point shoot bolts, remove the old frame to the block, install plumb with composite shims, and verify both panels seal independently.
What Door Installation Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Door, installed | $1,800 - $3,500 |
| French & Double Doors, installed | $2,200 - $4,500 |
| Lintel assessment and reinforcement (if needed) | $400 - $800 |
Do French doors in Lauderdale Lakes need impact glass?
Yes - every glazed door in Broward County’s HVHZ must carry a Miami-Dade NOA for the complete assembly, including glass, frame, and hardware. Call (754) 704-3597 and we’ll specify the right NOA-rated system for your opening.
Can you match my existing interior trim after door replacement?
We document all interior casing dimensions and profiles during the measured survey, then specify matching or complementary trim as part of the written scope - included, not an upsell. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your survey.
Energy-Efficient Windows in Lauderdale Lakes
Energy-efficient windows in Lauderdale Lakes address the specific penalty of 1960s-1970s single-pane jalousie and aluminum slider construction, where unconditioned air transfers directly through glass and frame with no thermal break. The city’s year-round humidity and intense solar gain through west and south exposures mean cooling-load reduction often pays back faster here than in northern Broward markets, provided the replacement units are specified with the right glazing package for the orientation.
Low-E & Argon Gas Glass
Signs you need it
Rooms with south or west exposure that overheat by mid-afternoon, faded flooring near windows, or condensation between panes indicating seal failure in existing insulated units.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Low-E and argon gas glass upgrade for window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically adds $80-$150 per opening to the base impact-unit price, with soft-coat Low-E on surface #2 or #3 specified by orientation.
How we do it
We record each opening’s compass orientation during the measured survey, specify soft-coat Low-E with argon fill for west and south faces, hard-coat for north, and verify the IG unit seal date before installation.
Insulated Laminated Glass
Signs you need it
Street-facing rooms with traffic noise penetrating single-pane glass, or impact windows where the laminated outer lite is specified but the inner lite lacks insulating separation.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Insulated laminated glass for window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $850 to $1,500 per opening, combining impact-rated outer laminated lite with Low-E coated inner lite and argon-filled airspace.
How we do it
We specify a true IG unit with laminated outer lite for impact and sound dampening, Low-E inner lite for thermal performance, warm-edge spacer for condensation resistance, and argon fill verified at the factory.
What Energy-Efficient Windows Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Low-E & Argon Gas Glass upgrade | +$80 - $150 per opening |
| Insulated Laminated Glass, full unit | $850 - $1,500 per opening |
| ENERGY STAR certified impact window package | $750 - $1,350 per opening |
Will energy-efficient windows lower my FPL bill in Lauderdale Lakes?
Yes - most Lauderdale Lakes homeowners see 15-25% cooling-load reduction when replacing single-pane jalousie or 1970s aluminum with Low-E argon impact units, with south and west exposures showing the fastest payback. Call (754) 704-3597 for an orientation-specific estimate.
Do energy-efficient windows still meet HVHZ requirements?
Every energy-efficient window we specify for Lauderdale Lakes carries both a Miami-Dade NOA for HVHZ compliance and NFRC certification for U-factor and SHGC performance - the ratings are complementary, not competing. Call (754) 704-3597 to review the documentation.
Impact Garage Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Impact garage doors in Lauderdale Lakes are governed by the same HVHZ rules as windows and entry doors, yet many homeowners and even contractors treat the garage as an afterthought. The city’s 1960s-1970s CBS homes typically have attached single-car garages with lightweight non-rated sectional doors that fail as a pressure point during hurricane events, and the large opening area means wind-load transfer to the structure is significant when the door breaches.
Hurricane-Rated Garage Doors
Signs you need it
Your garage door is a pre-1990 non-rated sectional with no wind-load sticker, thin 24- or 25-gauge steel, and a track system bolted to wood trim rather than the structure.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Hurricane-rated garage door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,500 to $3,200 for a single-car opening, with Miami-Dade NOA-rated 20- or 18-gauge steel sections and heavy-duty track hardware.
How we do it
We measure the opening and calculate the design pressure for your home’s exposure category, specify a Miami-Dade NOA-rated sectional door with reinforced struts and heavy-duty track, anchor directly to the CBS structure with expansion anchors, and install a battery backup opener where required.
Wind-Load Code Compliance
Signs you need it
You’re replacing a garage door after a previous installation failed inspection, or your home’s original permit record shows no garage door wind-load documentation.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Wind-load code compliance verification and garage door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,800, including engineering review, Miami-Dade NOA product specification, permit pull, and inspection coordination.
How we do it
We retrieve the original permit history, calculate the required design pressure for your specific structure and exposure, specify the appropriate NOA-rated door and track system, install with structural anchorage to block, and coordinate inspection with Broward County.
What Impact Garage Doors Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Hurricane-Rated Garage Door, single-car | $1,500 - $3,200 |
| Wind-Load Code Compliance with install | $1,800 - $3,800 |
| Battery backup opener (HVHZ requirement) | $350 - $550 |
Does my garage door need a Miami-Dade NOA like my windows?
Yes - garage doors in Broward County’s HVHZ must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance for the complete assembly, including sections, track, and hardware; a Florida Product Approval alone will fail inspection. Call (754) 704-3597 and we’ll verify the correct NOA for your opening size and exposure.
Will a hurricane-rated garage door work with my existing opener?
Sometimes - the added weight of reinforced sections and wind-load hardware often exceeds the capacity of pre-2010 openers, and HVHZ rules now require battery backup on all new installations. Call (754) 704-3597 for a load assessment during your measured survey.
Custom & Geometric Windows in Lauderdale Lakes
Custom and geometric windows in Lauderdale Lakes solve the architectural mismatch between 1960s-1970s ranch and mid-century modern homes and the rectangular stock sizes that dominate most installers’ catalogs. Many Lauderdale Lakes homes feature original octagonal, arched, or clerestory windows that were custom-fabricated in an era when jalousie and louvered glass dominated, and replacing these with standard rectangles destroys the home’s character while often creating waterproofing problems at the modified opening.
Geometric & Shaped Windows
Signs you need it
Original octagonal, triangular, or trapezoidal windows with failed seals, corroded frames, or single-pane glass that cannot be matched by any stock-size catalog.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Geometric and shaped window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,200 to $2,800 per opening, with Miami-Dade NOA-rated custom fabrication, tempered or laminated glass, and integrated nailing fin for block construction.
How we do it
We create a full-size template of the existing opening, transmit it to the NOA-approved custom fabricator, receive the unit with pre-applied integral nailing fin, remove the old frame to the block, install with continuous bead of sealant, and flash with self-adhered membrane.
Arched & Curved Windows
Signs you need it
Original arched or eyebrow windows above entry doors or in gable ends with cracked glass, rotted wood surrounds, or aluminum frames that have sagged out of the radius.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Arched and curved window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,500 to $3,500 per opening, with radius-top or full-round configurations requiring custom bending of the frame extrusion and tempered laminated glass.
How we do it
We measure the exact radius or spring-line dimensions, specify a Miami-Dade NOA-rated arched unit with heat-formed frame and tempered laminated glass, remove the existing surround to the block, install with the radius matching the original precisely, and seal with backer rod and silicone.
What Custom & Geometric Windows Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Geometric & Shaped Windows, installed | $1,200 - $2,800 |
| Arched & Curved Windows, installed | $1,500 - $3,500 |
| Oversized Openings (custom engineering) | $2,500 - $5,000+ |
Can you match the shape of my original 1960s window exactly?
Yes - we template the existing opening in place, transmit the full-size pattern to the fabricator, and receive a Miami-Dade NOA-rated unit built to that exact geometry, not an approximation. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule template measurement.
Do custom windows take longer to get permitted in Broward County?
No - the permit application uses the same Miami-Dade NOA as standard sizes, but custom fabrication lead time is typically 6-8 weeks versus 2-3 weeks for stock units; we order at contract signing to maintain schedule. Call (754) 704-3597 for current lead times.
Brands We Service in Lauderdale Lakes
We specify from eight verified manufacturer lines - PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux - selected by what your opening requires for HVHZ compliance, thermal performance, and sightline, not by what is in stock. Common hardware, balances, and weatherstrip for ECO Window Systems and Therma-Tru products are carried on our Lauderdale Lakes-area trucks, and most service calls for those lines resolve in one visit. our brands
Pricing for Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes, FL
| Service | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Single/Double Hung impact window | $650 - $1,200 |
| Horizontal Roller impact window | $700 - $1,300 |
| Full-frame tear-out with masonry patching | $150 - $300 per opening |
| Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Door | $1,800 - $3,500 |
| French & Double Doors | $2,200 - $4,500 |
| Low-E & Argon Gas Glass upgrade | +$80 - $150 per opening |
| Insulated Laminated Glass window | $850 - $1,500 |
| Hurricane-Rated Garage Door, single-car | $1,500 - $3,200 |
| Geometric & Shaped Windows | $1,200 - $2,800 |
| Arched & Curved Windows | $1,500 - $3,500 |
Prices in Lauderdale Lakes push toward the upper end when full-frame tear-out is required for original jalousie removal, when lintel reinforcement is needed for door widening, or when prior unpermitted work must be documented and reconciled with the building department. Haven Clause 1 means your written quote is the measured survey itself - no change orders, no surprises.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lauderdale Lakes
Our crews work throughout Lauderdale Lakes, from the original 1960s ranch sections to the garden apartment conversions and mid-century pockets near the city’s commercial corridors. Response time is typically same-day for measured surveys scheduled through our live phone coverage.
- Central Lauderdale Lakes (original 1960s CBS ranch core)
- Westwood Lakes area
- St. George neighborhood
- Lauderdale Lakes Gardens
- Imperial Estates
Service Area - Cities Near Lauderdale Lakes
We serve Lauderdale Lakes homeowners and also work in the surrounding Broward County communities where the same HVHZ rules and 1960s-1970s housing stock apply. Our crews are regularly in Plantation, FL, Sunrise, FL, Lauderhill, FL, and Davie, FL - all inside the High Velocity Hurricane Zone with matching permit and product-approval requirements.
Serving Lauderdale Lakes, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lauderdale Lakes 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 Lauderdale Lakes
Calls are answered live 24/7, and we typically schedule measured surveys within one to three business days for Lauderdale Lakes properties. The survey itself takes 45-90 minutes depending on opening count and the documentation needed for prior unpermitted work.
Some Lauderdale Lakes neighborhoods and garden apartment associations do require architectural review before exterior changes; we provide the Miami-Dade NOA documentation, product cut sheets, and color samples needed for most HOA applications as part of our standard process.
We research the permit history, document the existing conditions with photos, and work with Broward County to reconcile the record before pulling the new permit - this is common in Lauderdale Lakes and does not prevent the job from proceeding. Call (754) 704-3597 and we’ll review your specific situation during the free estimate.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation
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.
Other Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation Services
What Neighbors Say About Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation
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 Lauderdale Lakes Customers Say
"The road noise in the front bedroom is genuinely gone. They recommended the laminated glass and explained why, with figures."
- Delia F."Replaced eight windows. They showed me the U-factor on the units they were actually fitting rather than the brochure numbers."
- Kofi B."The survey measurements and the quote were the same piece of paper. Nothing changed on install day, which is not what happened with the two other companies we had out."
- Annette R.