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
Trusted Door Installation for Plantation Homeowners
Our Door Installation in Plantation typically runs $1,200-$4,800 depending on door type, framing condition, and whether you’re upgrading to impact-rated units. Most standard replacements are completed in a single day, with impact-rated installations taking one to two days for proper permitting and inspection coordination. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your measured survey - the written price we leave with you is the price on the final invoice.
We’ve installed and replaced doors across Plantation since 2012, from the gated communities off Broward Boulevard to the mid-century homes near Plantation Acres, and we also offer Door Installation - Fort Lauderdale. Every one of the 18,000+ openings we’ve touched carries the same documentation: a measured survey the customer keeps, a written scope that cannot change without written authorization, and a photo record of the completed work. The Haven Standard governs how we operate - independently owned and operated under Sonia Raman’s leadership, with background-checked, uniformed technicians who arrive with license numbers visible.
Plantation’s building department enforces the Florida Building Code with Broward County amendments, including HVHZ (High Velocity Hurricane Zone) requirements for exterior doors. That means your installation isn’t just about fit and finish - it’s about documentation that passes inspection. We pull permits when required, coordinate inspections, and leave you with the passed inspection record. No surprises.
What Our Door Installation Service Includes
Entry Doors
An entry door is the primary access point to your home - the one visitors see first and the one that sets the thermal and security performance baseline for your entire envelope. In Plantation, we regularly measure entry door openings that have settled with the slab, especially in communities built between 1970 and 1995 where the original jambs have compressed or the sill pan has failed. We specify Therma-Tru fiberglass entry systems when the customer wants the grain texture of wood without the maintenance liability, or ViewLux steel units when security and price efficiency are the priority. Every entry door installation includes a measured survey of the rough opening, a written scope with the exact unit model and hardware schedule, and a photo record of the sill pan installation and flashing integration.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
Hurricane-proof front doors, properly called impact-rated doors, carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance (NOA) or Florida Product Approval and are tested to withstand missile impact and cyclic pressure loading. Plantation sits in Broward County’s HVHZ, which means any exterior door replacement requires impact-rated product unless you’re installing shutters or panels that meet the same standard - and most homeowners we work with have moved past the shutter lifestyle. We specify PGT and CGI impact-rated entry door systems, with laminated glass packages rated to the specific exposure of your elevation. The installation requires permit pulling, inspection coordination, and documentation of the fastening pattern and sealant application. We handle all of it, and the passed inspection record becomes part of your photo documentation.
French & Double Doors
French doors and double door units create wider openings between interior and exterior spaces - common in Plantation homes with pool access off the living room or master suite. The critical measurement is the sightline: the visible gap between the active and inactive panels when closed, which must remain consistent from top to bottom for both weather sealing and aesthetic alignment. We see a lot of French door installations in Plantation where the original installer failed to shim the header correctly, leading to sagging sightlines and compromised multipoint lock engagement - the same issue we correct with Door Installation in Margate. Our measured survey includes laser-level readings of the header and jamb plumb, and we specify ECO Window Systems or CWS French door units with adjustable hinges and multipoint hardware that can be tuned after installation. The written scope names the exact hardware finish and screen option - no “or equivalent” language.
Replacement Doors
Replacement door installation means removing an existing unit and installing a new one into the same or slightly modified rough opening - distinct from new construction where the opening is framed for the first time. Most Plantation replacement door projects we handle involve units installed between 1992 and 2010, before the current energy code requirements and before impact-rated product became standard. The condition of the existing subfloor, sill pan, and surrounding framing determines whether this is a straightforward replacement or requires reframing. We document this with photos during the measured survey, present the written scope with two price points if there’s uncertainty in the wall condition, and never start work until you’ve approved the exact figure. Our home page details how the Haven Standard applies across all service categories.
Storm & Exterior Doors
Storm doors and other exterior door installations - including patio sliders, service entries, and garage-to-house doors - protect the primary door or provide secondary access with specific performance requirements. In Plantation’s climate, with six months of daily thunderstorms and salt air exposure if you’re east of University Drive, the material specification matters more than the brand name. We specify aluminum storm door frames with composite sills for durability, or Mr-Glass impact-rated patio sliders when the opening faces the pool cage and needs to meet HVHZ requirements. Every exterior door installation includes integration with the existing weather barrier - or correction of the previous installer’s flashing errors, which we document with before-and-after photos. We bring the same rigor to our Door Installation in Pompano Beach.
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.
Before
AfterBrands We Service for Door Installation
We work with eight manufacturer lines, specified by what your opening requires, not by what we have in stock. For entry door systems, Therma-Tru provides fiberglass and steel options with proprietary composite frames that resist moisture absorption - critical in Plantation’s humidity, where wood jambs swell and rot. We’ve installed hundreds of Therma-Tru units across Broward County and maintain direct distributor relationships for warranty support and hardware replacement. ViewLux steel entry systems offer a tighter price point with equivalent impact ratings, and we specify these frequently for rental properties and investment renovations in Plantation where the owner wants code compliance without premium finishes.
ECO Window Systems manufactures vinyl and aluminum door products with strong energy performance numbers - low U-factors and SHGC ratings that matter for Florida Power & Light bill credits and for homes with west-facing elevations that bake in afternoon sun. We’ve completed ECO Window Systems installations in Plantation’s Jacaranda and Plantation Woods neighborhoods where HOA architectural review required specific frame colors and divided lite patterns. Whether you have Therma-Tru, ViewLux, ECO Window Systems, or any other make, we can service, repair, or replace it. Our Door Installation in Sunrise page covers similar product specifications for neighboring communities.
Signs You Need Door Installation Right Now
- Visible daylight around the door frame. If you can see light between the door slab and the jamb, or between the frame and the wall, your weatherstripping has failed and your air barrier is compromised. In Plantation’s cooling-dominated climate, that gap is money leaving your house every minute the AC runs. We measure the gap, photograph the frame condition, and specify replacement when the jamb itself has warped beyond weatherstripping repair.
- Difficulty latching or locking. A door that requires shoulder pressure to latch has a frame or hinge problem, not a hardware problem. The multipoint lock or deadbolt should engage with fingertip pressure. We regularly find Plantation homes where the original installer set the prehung unit out of square, and years of forced closing have elongated the strike plate holes. Our measured survey includes plumb and square readings to determine whether the frame can be adjusted or needs full replacement.
- Water staining on the interior floor or drywall. Water intrusion at a door opening indicates sill pan failure, flashing omission, or sealant degradation - all of which progress to structural damage if ignored. Plantation’s afternoon thunderstorms deliver water horizontally against east and south elevations; if your door isn’t flashed correctly, that water finds the path of least resistance. We document the damage pattern, open the surrounding wall if necessary to assess framing condition, and replace with proper sill pan integration.
- Condensation between glass panes. Fogged glass in a door lite means the insulated glass unit (IGU) seal has failed, and the low-e coating and argon fill are gone. For impact-rated doors, this also means the laminated glass package may be delaminating, which compromises both energy performance and storm protection. We specify replacement IGUs or full door replacement depending on frame condition and warranty status.
- Frame rot or pest damage. South Florida’s termite pressure and humidity create accelerated decay in wood door frames, especially at the sill and bottom corners where splashback occurs. We’ve replaced frames in Plantation’s older neighborhoods where the original wood jamb has turned to pulp behind the casing. Our replacement specifications include composite or aluminum frame materials that eliminate the rot vector entirely.
Our Door Installation Process - Step by Step
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Measured survey and written scope. We arrive with laser measuring tools, a level, and a camera. The technician records the rough opening dimensions, notes the wall construction type (frame, block, or concrete), assesses the existing frame condition, and identifies any structural or electrical interference. You receive a copy of the measured survey before we leave, and the written quote references those exact dimensions - Haven Clause 1: Have it in writing. The price cannot differ from the survey without a change order you approve in writing.
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Product specification and permit application. Based on the survey, we specify the exact door unit, hardware package, and installation method. For impact-rated installations in Plantation, we submit the permit application to the City of Plantation Building Department with the Florida Product Approval documentation for the specified unit. The permit fee is included in your written scope - no add-on. We also notify your HOA if required by your community’s architectural review process.
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Pre-installation preparation and material delivery. The specified unit is ordered with confirmed lead times, and we schedule installation only when material is in hand. We don’t take deposits to “order your door” - we order it, verify it, then schedule. You receive a confirmed installation date and a two-hour arrival window. Haven Clause 2: Arrive on schedule. If we can’t make the window, we call - a live person, not a text or automated message.
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Installation and real-time documentation. The installation crew arrives in uniform with visible license numbers, removes the existing unit, prepares the opening, installs the new door with proper shimming, fastening, and sealant application, and tests all hardware for smooth operation. We photograph the rough opening before closing, the fastening pattern, the sealant application, and the finished unit from multiple angles. These photos become your documented photo record, delivered electronically within 24 hours of completion.
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Inspection coordination and final documentation. For permitted work, we schedule the required inspection and meet the inspector on site. Once passed, we deliver the inspection record with your photo documentation and written warranty. Haven Clause 4: Evidence on every job. Haven Clause 5: No surprises. The 365-Day Done Right Promise is activated from the inspection pass date - if anything isn’t right, we make it right, with the same documentation standard on the callback.
How Much Does Door Installation Cost in Plantation?
| Door Type | Typical Range in Plantation | What Drives the Price |
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| Standard entry door replacement (non-impact) | $1,200 - $2,400 | Frame condition, hardware grade, sidelite inclusion |
| Impact-rated entry door | $2,800 - $4,800 | Glass package, NOA tier, permit/inspection requirements |
| French/double door unit | $3,200 - $5,600 | Panel count, hardware complexity, screen integration |
| Patio slider replacement | $2,400 - $4,200 | Track system, impact rating, screen door inclusion |
| Storm door addition | $800 - $1,600 | Frame material, glass option, closer hardware |
These ranges reflect what we’ve written on actual scopes for Plantation homes in the past 24 months. The specific figure for your opening depends on four factors: the condition of the existing frame and surrounding wall, the performance requirements for your elevation and exposure, the hardware and finish selections you specify, and whether the installation requires permit pulling and inspection coordination.
How to avoid overpaying: get a second opinion on any written estimate. Bring us a competitor’s quote and we’ll review it at no charge - we can identify where the scope is incomplete, where the product specification doesn’t match your requirements, or where the pricing structure hides contingencies. Our written scope is a fixed price with no change orders unless you request a modification. The measured survey you keep is the basis for that price, and the final invoice references the same document.
What’s included in our free estimate: the measured survey with dimensions and condition notes, the written scope with exact product specification and total price, and our assessment of whether permits and inspections apply. No deposit required to receive it. No obligation to proceed. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule.
Door Installation Near Plantation - Our Service Area
We install and replace doors throughout central and western Broward County, with typical response times of same-day or next-day for measured surveys in Plantation, Sunrise, Lauderhill, Davie, Lauderdale Lakes, and Tamarac. Cooper City, Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, and Weston fall within our standard service radius with scheduling typically within 48 hours. The travel distance affects only scheduling priority, not pricing - we don’t add fuel surcharges or zone fees. Every service area receives the same Haven Standard: written price before work, verified crews, evidence on every job, and no surprises.
Serving Plantation, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Plantation area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Door Installation in Plantation
Door installation is the process of fitting a new door unit into a prepared opening, which may be new construction or replacement of an existing unit. Replacement specifically means removing an old door and installing a new one in the same or slightly modified opening, while new installation requires framing the opening first. At Sightline, we handle both, but most Plantation projects are replacements of units installed before current code requirements - and we document whether your opening needs reframing during the measured survey.
A standard entry door replacement takes four to six hours, and most are completed in a single day. Impact-rated installations require one to two days to allow proper sealant curing before hardware finalization and inspection scheduling. French and double door units typically take six to eight hours due to the sightline alignment and multipoint lock adjustment. We specify the expected duration in your written scope, and we don’t leave until the unit operates correctly and the work area is clean.
Based on our recent work, standard entry door replacement in Plantation runs $1,200-$2,400, impact-rated entry doors run $2,800-$4,800, and French or double door units run $3,200-$5,600. The specific price depends on frame condition, product specification, and permit requirements. We provide the exact figure in writing during the measured survey - no estimate ranges that change later. Call (754) 704-3597 for your free measured survey and written scope.
Yes. We install and service Therma-Tru, ViewLux, ECO Window Systems, PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, and Mr-Glass door products. We don’t push one brand - we specify based on your opening’s requirements, your performance priorities, and your budget. Our distributor relationships mean we can source warranty replacement parts for units we didn’t originally install, and our measured survey identifies the existing brand and model when possible.
We don’t classify standard door installation as emergency work - it’s planned construction with material lead times and permit requirements. However, if your door has been damaged by break-in, vehicle impact, or storm and your home is unsecured, we prioritize the measured survey and can often install a temporary secure panel same-day while the permanent unit is ordered. Call (754) 704-3597 - a live person answers 24/7 to assess your situation and schedule appropriately. For true emergency board-up needs, we coordinate with our network.
Every installation is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right, with the same documentation standard on the callback. This is Haven Clause 5, written into every scope, not a verbal courtesy. Manufacturer warranties on the door unit and hardware run independently - typically 10 years to lifetime depending on brand and product tier - and we register these on your behalf when required. Your photo record and inspection documentation support any future warranty claim.
Clear a path from the entry point to the door being replaced, remove wall decorations and furniture within six feet of the opening, and secure pets in a separate room. If permits are required, post the permit card where visible - we provide it. You don’t need to be present for the entire installation, but we need someone available at completion for final walkthrough and photo documentation consent. We protect floors and adjacent surfaces as standard, and we remove the old unit and debris - no dumpster required on your property.
Schedule Your Door Installation Service in Plantation Today
Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey. A live person will answer, confirm availability in Plantation or surrounding areas, and book a time that works for your schedule. You’ll receive the written scope before any work starts, and the price on that document is the price on the final invoice - Haven Clause 1, non-negotiable. The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every installation we complete. No deposits, no change orders, no surprises.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner at Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation, serving Broward County since 2012 under the Haven Standard.
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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