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
CGI Window Replacement: The Plantation Owner’s Guide
CGI window replacement in Plantation typically runs $340-$780 per opening for standard single-hung impact units, with most jobs scheduled within 48 hours of survey. We stock CGI-compatible frames, sashes, and hardware for the Estate and Sentinel series on our trucks, and we carry PGT and CWS equivalents when a full-series change makes sense. Most Plantation homeowners first notice trouble when a window won’t stay open, the sash drops, or they feel air moving at the meeting rail during a summer storm.
Which CGI Models This Applies To
CGI’s two residential lines dominate Plantation installations from the 2015-2023 build wave: the Estate Series (aluminum impact-rated, common in Jacaranda and Plantation Acres) and the Sentinel Series (vinyl impact, often found in townhome clusters near Broward Boulevard). The label is stamped on the frame head or etched into the glass corner; if it’s worn, measure the daylight opening and the sash thickness - Estate frames run 3¼ inches deep, Sentinel vinyl frames run 3½ inches.
We match OEM CGI parts when the series is still in production. For discontinued Estate 4000-series casements, we source certified aftermarket sashes from our CWS and ES Windows lines that meet the same Miami-Dade NOA pressure ratings. The gotcha: CGI changed its cam lock spacing in 2019. A pre-2019 Estate double-hung needs a different lock assembly than post-2019, even at the same rough opening size. We verify this on site with the lock template, not by eye.
Before
AfterSigns Your CGI Window Replacement Is Failing
- Sash won’t stay raised. The balance shoe or coil spring has lost tension. In Plantation’s salt-air environment, we’ve seen these corrode inside the jamb channel in as little as seven years, especially on east-facing elevations.
- Visible daylight or air at the meeting rail. The interlock weatherstrip has compressed or the sash has settled out of square. The frame itself may be fine; the seal geometry is what fails first.
- Condensation between panes. The insulated glass unit (IGU) seal has breached. CGI IGUs carry a 20-year glass warranty, but the labor to swap the sash is not covered - that’s where the cost lands.
- Cracked or chipped impact glass with no breach. The laminate layer is intact, but the glass has taken impact stress. It still passes code, but the next storm may finish it. We document this with photos for your insurance file.
- Hardware operates stiffly or grinds. The zinc die-cast lock or keeper has oxidized. A lubrication helps briefly; the permanent fix is replacement with the updated stainless hardware CGI introduced in 2020.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
| Component | Price Range (Installed) |
|---|---|
| CGI Estate single-hung sash replacement | $340-$520 |
| CGI Sentinel vinyl sash replacement | $380-$580 |
| Full frame replacement, impact-rated | $620-$780 |
| IGU (glass-only) swap in existing sash | $280-$440 |
| Hardware set (lock, keeper, lifts) | $140-$220 |
The range reflects three variables: whether we’re working from the interior or need exterior scaffold access, whether the existing frame is square within ⅛ inch, and whether the wall is block or frame construction. Our measured survey states a single dollar figure before we order parts. That number appears on the scope you sign and on the final invoice. Haven Clause 1: no change orders, no surprises.
Every CGI replacement carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise and a documented photo record of the opening before, during, and after. We also warranty the installation labor for the same period, separate from any remaining CGI manufacturer coverage.
DIY or Call Us?
An owner can safely check three things: verify the series label location, photograph the hardware, and confirm whether the window is single-hung, double-hung, or casement. Do not attempt to remove a CGI impact sash without proper support - the laminated glass assembly weighs 40-60 pounds, and the balance system stores enough tension to snap the jamb block if released incorrectly. We’ve been called to jobs in Plantation where a dropped sash cracked the frame, turning a $400 sash swap into a $700 frame repair.
We stock CGI-compatible sashes, balances, and hardware on our trucks for same-day replacement once the survey is complete. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey. We’ll bring the lock templates and the part catalog.
FAQs
CGI impact windows typically perform 15-25 years in Broward County’s climate, with the glass seal and balance hardware being the first components to need attention. East-facing units in Plantation see faster weatherstrip fatigue from morning sun and salt air. Call (754) 704-3597 for an exact quote on your specific series - estimates are free.
Impact-rated IGU glass cannot be field-repaired; once the seal fails or the laminate is compromised, the entire insulated glass unit must be swapped. Minor surface scratches that don’t reach the interlayer are cosmetic and don’t affect performance. Call (754) 704-3597 for an exact quote - estimates are free.
A standard sash replacement takes 45-90 minutes per opening; a full frame replacement runs 2-3 hours including interior trim work. We schedule one or two openings per crew per day so we’re not rushing the sealant cure or the final alignment check. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey.
We carry CGI Estate and Sentinel sashes, balances, and hardware assemblies on our service trucks, along with PGT, CWS, and ES Windows equivalents when a cross-manufacturer solution fits better. For specialty sizes or discontinued series, we order direct and typically have parts within 5-7 business days. Call (754) 704-3597 to confirm availability for your model - estimates are free.
Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation is an independent service provider and is not affiliated with CGI Windows & Doors. We install and service CGI products under standard trade access, alongside our seven other verified manufacturer lines.
Measure it right the first time, write it down, and the installation takes care of itself. That’s how Sonia Raman has run every job since she started measuring openings across Broward County, including those impact-window retrofits in Jacaranda where the frames were anything but square and the written scope saved both sides from surprises.
Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey. You’ll keep the document; we’ll keep the number we agreed to.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner, Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation at Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation, serving Plantation and nearby areas.
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.
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