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 Sliding & Patio Doors for Plantation Homeowners
Plantation Sliding & Patio Doors installation and replacement typically runs $2,800-$8,500 depending on size, impact rating, and frame material, with most measured surveys completed within 48 hours of your call. At Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation, we’ve installed and replaced over 18,000 windows and doors since 2012 under the Haven Standard, and every job begins with a written price before any work starts. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey.
Plantation’s mix of 1980s-1990s ranch homes in neighborhoods like Jacaranda and newer construction in Plantation Acres presents distinct challenges for Sliding & Patio Doors in Fort Lauderdale area performance. The humid subtropical climate, afternoon thunderstorms, and salt-laden air from the Atlantic create expansion cycles in aluminum frames, seal degradation in standard glazing, and track corrosion that binds rollers. We’ve measured frame deflection in homes off Broward Boulevard where the original patio door no longer seats properly, and we’ve documented track wear in Sunrise Boulevard properties where the sliding panel has ground through its lower rail. Our technicians arrive uniformed, background-checked, and identified by license number. The price we write is the price you pay.
What Our Sliding & Patio Doors Service Includes
Patio Doors
Patio doors are the large glass panels that connect interior living space to exterior patios, pools, and Florida rooms in Plantation homes. You need this service when your existing unit leaks during storms, no longer locks securely, or has fogged insulated glass that obscures the view. At Sightline, we specify patio doors from ECO Window Systems and Therma-Tru by performance tier and price range, not by margin, and we measure every opening to the sixteenth of an inch so the quote and the final invoice match the same document.
Impact Sliding Glass Doors
Impact sliding glass doors combine laminated glass with reinforced frames to meet Miami-Dade and Broward County hurricane codes without shutter deployment. You need this service if your current doors are non-impact rated and you’re tired of installing storm panels, or if your insurance carrier has required wind-borne debris protection. We install impact-rated units from PGT, CGI, and ES Windows, and we pull all required permits through the City of Plantation Building Department so your installation passes inspection the first time.
Sliding Glass Door Replacement
Sliding glass door replacement removes the complete operating unit, frame, and often the surrounding finish to install a new assembly sized to the rough opening. You need this when rollers have worn through the track, the frame has corroded at the sill, or the insulated glass seal has failed and you can no longer see through the condensation. Our replacement process includes a documented photo record of the existing condition, the measured survey you keep, and the written scope with fixed pricing, so there are no change orders once work begins.
Impact French Patio Doors
Impact French patio doors pair the traditional hinged aesthetic with laminated impact glass and multi-point locking hardware for hurricane protection and security. You need this service when you want the classic divided-light look on a Plantation home but cannot accept the vulnerability of standard French doors during storm season. We source impact French units from ViewLux and Therma-Tru, and we specify hardware finishes and grid patterns from the manufacturer’s catalog rather than pushing in-stock inventory.
Screen Door Installation
Screen door installation adds a sliding or hinged mesh panel to your patio door system for ventilation without insect intrusion. You need this when your existing screen is torn, the frame is bent, or you’ve replaced the primary door and the old screen no longer fits properly. We fabricate and install screen doors to match the exact sightline and track configuration of your new or existing unit, and we document the finished mesh tension and frame squareness in the photo record you receive.
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 Sliding & Patio Doors
We install and service sliding and patio door systems from eight verified manufacturer lines, specified by what your opening requires, not by what is in stock. For impact-rated sliding glass in Plantation’s wind-borne debris zones, we regularly specify PGT and CGI units with aluminum or vinyl frames, and we’ve installed hundreds of ECO Window Systems Sliding & Patio Doors - Margate area homeowners trust where energy performance and price point needed to balance. Our technicians carry OEM track components, roller assemblies, and locking hardware for these lines, and we can show you the exact U-factor and SHGC ratings from the manufacturer’s NFRC label before you order.
We also work with Mr-Glass laminated systems, Therma-Tru hinged patio and French door configurations, and ViewLux custom sizes for non-standard rough openings in Plantation Acres and Jacaranda Estates. Whether you have one of these brands or any other make, we can help. Bring us a competitor’s written estimate and we’ll provide a free second opinion under Haven Clause 1, no obligation.
Signs You Need Sliding & Patio Doors Right Now
- The door requires shoulder force to move. A sliding door that sticks or jumps the track has worn rollers, a damaged track profile, or frame racking from foundation settlement. In Plantation’s sandy soils, we’ve measured frame twist in homes near the Everglades drainage canals that binds the operating panel against the jamb. Continued force operation damages the frame and creates a security gap.
- You see water staining at the sill or baseboard. Water intrusion at the threshold indicates failed weatherstripping, improper sill pan flashing, or frame seal breach. During Plantation’s summer thunderstorms, a compromised patio door can admit gallons of water before you notice, damaging subflooring and promoting mold in wall cavities.
- The insulated glass shows fog or condensation between panes. This means the edge seal has failed and the inert gas fill has escaped, eliminating the thermal barrier. In Florida’s cooling-dominated climate, you’re paying to air-condition against a single-pane equivalent at the largest glass area in your home.
- The lock no longer engages or the panel lifts out of the track. A patio door that can be lifted from the outside frame is a security vulnerability, not a quirk. We’ve documented this condition in rental properties off University Drive where tenant turnover accelerated hardware wear.
- Your insurance renewal requires impact-rated openings. Many Plantation homeowners are receiving notices that non-impact patio doors no longer satisfy wind mitigation requirements. Replacing with a rated unit before renewal can preserve coverage and may reduce premiums under the Florida wind mitigation inspection program.
Our Sliding & Patio Doors Process - Step by Step
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Schedule your measured survey. Call (754) 704-3597 and you’ll reach a live person, 24/7. We do not use voicemail queues or callback windows. We’ll schedule a time that works for your schedule, and our technician will arrive uniformed with license number visible.
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On-site measurement and condition documentation. Our technician measures the rough opening width, height, and plumb with a laser level and digital measuring system. We record frame condition, track wear, sill level, and surrounding finish. You receive a copy of this measured survey to keep, and we retain the documentation for our records.
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Written quote with product specification. Within 24 hours, you receive a written quote that names the exact manufacturer, model, glass package, hardware finish, and installation scope. The price on this document is fixed. It cannot change unless you change the scope. This is Haven Clause 1: Have it in writing.
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Permit pull and installation scheduling. For replacement work in Plantation, we pull the permit through the City of Plantation Building Department and schedule inspection. Our crew arrives on the confirmed date, removes the existing unit, installs the new assembly with proper sill pan and flashing, and seals to the manufacturer’s specification.
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Final inspection, photo record, and warranty documentation. We walk the finished installation with you, document the completed work with dated photographs, and provide your 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. If anything is not done right, we make it right. This is Haven Clause 5: No surprises.
How Much Does Sliding & Patio Doors Cost in Plantation?
A typical sliding glass door replacement in Plantation runs $2,800-$4,500 for a standard 6-foot vinyl non-impact unit, $4,200-$6,800 for impact-rated aluminum, and $6,500-$8,500 for oversized or custom configurations with premium hardware. Impact French patio doors in Therma-Tru or ViewLux typically start at $5,500 and range to $9,000 depending on width, divided-light grid pattern, and multi-point locking options. Screen door installation as a standalone service runs $350-$750, or it can be bundled with primary door replacement.
Several factors move the price within these ranges. Frame material matters: vinyl costs less than thermally broken aluminum, which costs less than aluminum-clad wood. Glass package selection affects both price and performance, low-E coatings and argon fill add to base cost but reduce cooling load. Rough opening condition drives labor: if we find rot in the sill or subfloor when the old door comes out, repair scope adds time and material. And permit fees vary by jurisdiction, Plantation’s building department fees are consistent and we include them in the written quote.
To avoid overpaying, get competing quotes in writing and bring us the competitor’s document for a free second opinion. We will review their specification against ours line by line. Our quote includes the measured survey, the door unit, all installation labor, permit and inspection fees, removal and disposal of the old unit, and the documented photo record. Nothing is held back as an “allowance” that balloons later.
Sliding & Patio Doors Near Plantation - Our Service Area
We install and replace sliding and patio doors throughout central and western Broward County, including Sliding & Patio Doors in Sunrise, Sliding & Patio Doors in Lauderhill, Davie, Lauderdale Lakes, Tamarac, Cooper City, Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, and Weston. Typical response time for a measured survey in Plantation proper is 24-48 hours, and we regularly coordinate installations in Jacaranda, Plantation Acres, and the neighborhoods off Pine Island Road where 1990s patio doors are reaching end of service life.
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 - Sliding & Patio Doors in Plantation
A sliding and patio door service includes the measured survey of your existing opening, specification and ordering of the replacement unit, permit pull, removal of the old door, installation of the new assembly with proper flashing and sealing, final inspection, and a documented photo record of the completed work. At Sightline, every engagement also includes the written price before any work starts and the 365-Day Done Right Promise stamped on your job record.
Most sliding or patio door replacements in Plantation are completed in one working day, with a second day reserved if the rough opening requires repair or if weather delays the exterior seal work. Impact-rated units with heavier glass packages may require additional crew members for safe handling, but this does not extend the calendar time. We confirm the schedule in writing when you approve the quote, and we arrive on that date under Haven Clause 2: Arrive on schedule.
Pompano Beach Sliding & Patio Doors replacement and Plantation service typically costs $2,800-$8,500 depending on size, impact rating, frame material, and glass performance package. A standard 72-inch vinyl non-impact unit with low-E glass falls at the lower end, while a 144-inch impact-rated aluminum multi-slide with custom hardware reaches the upper range. Call (754) 704-3597 for an exact quote on your specific opening, estimates are free and the price we write is the price you pay.
Yes, we install and service both Therma-Tru hinged patio and French door systems and ECO Window Systems sliding vinyl and aluminum patio doors. We specify these lines by performance tier and price range based on what your opening requires, and we carry OEM hardware and track components for warranty and repair work. Bring us any competitor’s written estimate for these brands and we’ll provide a free second opinion.
We do not use the term “emergency” for planned door replacement, but we do answer calls live 24/7 and can schedule urgent measured surveys for situations where a door is inoperable, poses a security risk, or has suffered glass breakage. If your sliding door cannot be secured or weather is entering the home, call (754) 704-3597 and we will prioritize your survey. For genuine glass breakage or storm damage, we can board the opening and schedule replacement.
Every sliding and patio door installation is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right, written into the Haven Standard, not offered as a courtesy. Manufacturer warranties on the door unit itself vary by line, PGT and CGI typically offer limited lifetime glass breakage and seal failure coverage, while ECO Window Systems and Therma-Tru carry 10-20 year component warranties. We document your warranty registration and provide the paperwork in your job file.
Clear a path from the entry to the work area, remove window treatments and wall hangings near the opening, and secure pets in a separate room. Our crew brings drop cloths and protects flooring, but you should move furniture at least six feet from the opening. We handle permit posting and inspector access. After installation, plan to avoid operating the door for 24 hours if we’ve used sealant that requires cure time, we’ll note this on your completion documentation. Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey.
Schedule Your Sliding & Patio Doors Service in Plantation Today
Call (754) 704-3597 to schedule your free measured survey. You’ll speak to a live person, 24/7, and we’ll confirm a time that works for your schedule. Our technician will arrive with license number visible, measure your opening, document the condition, and provide a written quote with fixed pricing before any work starts. The Haven Standard has governed every one of our 18,000+ installations since 2012, and it governs yours too.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner at Sightline Windows & Doors Plantation, serving Plantation, Sunrise, Lauderhill, and central Broward County since 2012.
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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