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Window and door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically runs $650-$2,800 per opening depending on product tier, with most homes requiring full-opening replacements rather than retrofits due to the city’s 1960s-1970s housing stock. We measure every opening, write the price before any work starts, and leave a documented photo record under the Haven Standard. Call (754) 714-7309 to schedule your free measured survey.
Lauderdale Lakes is a fully built-out city of roughly 3.4 square miles where nearly every home carries original aluminum jalousie or single-pane slider windows that cannot satisfy Broward County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. Unlike neighboring cities with newer construction, virtually every window and door job here becomes a mandatory replacement, not an incremental upgrade. Our crews serve Lauderdale Lakes from the brand’s Miami (South FL) office, and every technician arrives background-checked, uniformed, and identified by license number.
Why Lauderdale Lakes Homes Are Different
The city’s housing stock is almost uniformly small CBS ranch-style houses built between 1960 and 1980, with original aluminum jalousie, louvered, or single-pane sliding windows and hollow-core or older wood-panel entry doors. These assemblies are thermally inefficient, easy to breach, and cannot be retrofitted to meet current HVHZ wind-load and impact-resistance standards under the Florida Building Code.
Broward County sits entirely within Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, imposing the most stringent impact-resistance testing requirements in the state. Every product must carry Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval. Lauderdale Lakes’s flat inland position provides no natural windbreak, and persistent tropical humidity combined with occasional salt-air intrusion from nearby coastal areas accelerates corrosion of the aged aluminum frames common throughout the city.
Jalousie windows - still found on a large share of local mid-century homes - cannot legally be protected by any shutter system under HVHZ code. The moment a homeowner pulls a permit for any window work, the inspector flags every jalousie opening for full replacement. This routinely turns what a homeowner expects to be a single-window job into a whole-house contract, and it catches many first-time Lauderdale Lakes buyers off guard.
Our Main Lauderdale Lakes Services
Lauderdale Lakes homeowners call us most often for these three services, each with its own dedicated page.
Window Replacement in Lauderdale Lakes
Most Lauderdale Lakes homes need full-frame window replacement rather than insert installation because original aluminum frames are too corroded and the glazing pockets too shallow for modern impact-rated units. We specify PGT, CGI, or CWS products by performance tier and price range, measured to the exact sightline. Window Replacement in Lauderdale Lakes covers permit handling, jalousie-to-impact conversions, and whole-house scheduling.
Impact Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Every opening in Lauderdale Lakes must meet HVHZ standards, which means Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval on every window and door, not just the ones facing the street. We source from eight manufacturer lines including ES Windows and ECO Window Systems, specified by what the opening requires. Impact Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes details code compliance, wind-load calculations, and inspection documentation.
Sliding & Patio Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Original sliding glass doors in Lauderdale Lakes homes typically run on worn aluminum tracks with single-pane glazing and no impact rating, creating both a code violation and a security vulnerability. We replace these with multi-point lock, impact-rated assemblies from Mr-Glass or Therma-Tru, measured to the existing rough opening. Sliding & Patio Doors in Lauderdale Lakes covers track replacement, sill pan integration, and hardware specification.
What happens when you call
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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.
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Window installation in Lauderdale Lakes almost always means removing original aluminum jalousie or single-pane slider assemblies from 1960s-1970s CBS construction and installing impact-rated, code-compliant units that satisfy Broward County HVHZ requirements. Because jalousie windows cannot be shuttered under current code, any permitted window work triggers full replacement, making accurate upfront measurement and written pricing essential before demolition begins. Our Window Installation process starts with a measured survey the customer keeps, and the written quote cannot differ from that document.
Single & Double Hung Windows
Signs you need it
Your windows are original aluminum single-pane units with corroded frames, failed balances, or visible daylight around the sash, and the home was built before 1980.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Single and double hung window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $850 to $1,650 per opening for impact-rated vinyl or aluminum units, with wood-clad and high-performance options running higher.
How we do it
We remove the existing frame to the rough opening, inspect the CBS substrate for moisture intrusion, install a flanged impact-rated unit with proper sill pan and head flashing, foam the perimeter, and finish with interior trim matched to the existing reveal.
Horizontal Roller Windows
Signs you need it
Your slider windows stick in the track, show frame separation at the corners, or were manufactured before HVHZ standards existed and carry no Miami-Dade NOA.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Horizontal roller window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $750 to $1,450 per opening for standard sizes, with oversized or high-rise rated units priced separately.
How we do it
We measure the existing rough opening to the nearest 1/8 inch, specify the roller assembly by weight capacity and corrosion resistance, install with continuous head and sill flashing integration, and document the sightline alignment before the customer signs.
What Window Installation Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
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| Single/Double Hung - impact-rated vinyl | $850 - $1,650 |
| Horizontal Roller - standard size | $750 - $1,450 |
| 3-Panel Sliding (3-Lite Roller) - impact-rated | $1,200 - $2,400 |
Do I need a permit to replace windows in Lauderdale Lakes?
Yes. Broward County requires a building permit for all window replacements in HVHZ zones, and the inspector will flag every jalousie or non-impact unit for full replacement. We pull the permit, schedule the inspection, and include both in your written scope. Call (754) 714-7309 for a free measured survey and permit assessment.
Can I replace just one window, or does the whole house need work?
You can replace one window, but once the permit is open the inspector will cite every non-compliant opening on the property, which typically turns a single-window call into a whole-house project. We write the full scope upfront so there are no surprises at inspection.
Door Installation in Lauderdale Lakes
Door installation in Lauderdale Lakes means replacing hollow-core or aged wood-panel entry doors from 1960s-1970s construction with impact-rated, HVHZ-compliant assemblies that satisfy Broward County’s wind-load and missile-impact standards. Original door frames in local CBS construction are often undersized for modern multi-point lock hardware and lack proper sill pan integration, so we measure the rough opening before specifying any product. Our Door Installation process includes the measured survey, written price, and documented photo record on every visit.
Entry Doors
Signs you need it
Your entry door is hollow-core, shows frame rot at the sill, or lacks a Miami-Dade NOA for HVHZ compliance.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Entry door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,400 to $2,800 for impact-rated fiberglass or steel units with multi-point lock hardware, with decorative glass and sidelight configurations running higher.
How we do it
We remove the existing unit to the rough opening, inspect the CBS substrate and sill for moisture damage, install a flanged impact-rated door with integrated sill pan and continuous flashing, adjust the multi-point lock for proper engagement, and document the installation with photos.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
Signs you need it
Your front door faces the street with no windbreak, carries no impact rating, or failed inspection during a recent home sale.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Hurricane-proof front door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,200 for HVHZ-certified units with decorative impact glass, with custom sizing and hardware upgrades priced separately.
How we do it
We specify the door by design pressure rating and missile-impact level, verify the rough opening can accommodate the heavier frame and multi-point lock, install with proper head and jamb flashing integration, and provide the Miami-Dade NOA documentation for inspection.
What Door Installation Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
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| Entry Door - impact-rated fiberglass/steel | $1,400 - $2,800 |
| Hurricane-Proof Front Door - HVHZ certified | $1,800 - $3,200 |
| French/Double Door - impact-rated | $2,200 - $4,500 |
Do I need an impact-rated door if I have shutters?
Shutters do not exempt entry doors from HVHZ impact requirements in Broward County; the door itself must carry Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval. We verify the rating before quoting and include the documentation in your permit package. Call (754) 714-7309 for a free assessment.
Will the door frame need replacement too?
Original frames in Lauderdale Lakes homes are typically undersized for modern impact-rated units and lack proper sill pan integration, so we replace the frame as part of every installation. The measured survey determines exactly what the rough opening requires.
Energy-Efficient Windows in Lauderdale Lakes
Energy-efficient window installation in Lauderdale Lakes addresses the thermal inefficiency of original single-pane aluminum units that dominate the city’s 1960s-1970s housing stock, where summer cooling loads are extreme and humidity infiltration is constant. Because these original assemblies cannot be retrofitted to HVHZ standards, energy performance upgrades are always paired with impact-rated replacement, making the U-factor and SHGC specification as critical as the wind-load rating. Our Energy-Efficient Windows process specifies glass packages by orientation and cooling load, not by margin.
Low-E & Argon Gas Glass
Signs you need it
Your windows are single-pane with no Low-E coating, your summer cooling bills exceed comparable homes, or you feel radiant heat through the glass even with blinds closed.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Low-E and argon gas glass upgrade in Lauderdale Lakes typically adds $80 to $150 per opening to the base impact-rated window price, with triple-silver coatings and krypton fills at the higher end.
How we do it
We specify the Low-E coating by emissivity value and solar heat gain coefficient based on orientation, fill the insulated glass unit with argon at the factory, verify the seal with gas detection at delivery, and document the rated performance values on the invoice.
ENERGY STAR Replacement Windows
Signs you need it
Your current windows predate ENERGY STAR criteria, you are replacing units as part of a permitted HVHZ upgrade, or you want documented efficiency performance for resale or insurance purposes.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
ENERGY STAR replacement windows in Lauderdale Lakes typically range from $950 to $1,850 per opening for impact-rated vinyl or aluminum units meeting South Florida climate zone criteria, with premium frame materials higher.
How we do it
We verify the product’s ENERGY STAR certification for the South Florida climate zone, confirm the U-factor and SHGC ratings against your cooling load calculation, install with complete frame replacement and proper air sealing, and provide the certification documentation with the photo record.
What Energy-Efficient Windows Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
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| Low-E/Argon upgrade - per opening | +$80 - $150 |
| ENERGY STAR Replacement Window - impact-rated | $950 - $1,850 |
| Insulated Laminated Glass - impact-rated | $1,100 - $2,100 |
Will energy-efficient windows lower my cooling bill in Lauderdale Lakes?
Yes. Replacing single-pane aluminum units with Low-E, argon-filled impact-rated windows typically reduces cooling load by 15-30% in Lauderdale Lakes’s climate, with payback periods depending on current usage and electricity rates. We specify glass packages by orientation to maximize the reduction. Call (754) 714-7309 for a cooling-load assessment with your measured survey.
Do energy-efficient windows still meet hurricane code?
All energy-efficient windows we install in Lauderdale Lakes are also impact-rated and HVHZ-compliant; the energy performance is an additional specification layer, not a separate product category. The Miami-Dade NOA and ENERGY STAR certification travel together on every unit.
Impact Garage Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Impact garage door installation in Lauderdale Lakes replaces original non-rated sectional or tilt-up doors from 1960s-1970s construction with wind-load-certified assemblies that satisfy Broward County HVHZ requirements and protect the largest opening in most homes. Because garage doors are structural elements under Florida Building Code, failure during a hurricane event pressurizes the entire house, making proper track attachment, reinforcement strut specification, and opener disconnect critical to the installation. Our Impact Garage Doors process includes wind-load calculation, permit documentation, and inspection scheduling.
Hurricane-Rated Garage Doors
Signs you need it
Your garage door lacks a wind-load rating sticker, the track is attached to wood trim rather than CBS structure, or the door was installed before 2002 Florida Building Code adoption.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Hurricane-rated garage door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,500 for a standard single-car sectional with impact-rated glazing or solid construction, with custom sizes and wind-load ratings above 150 mph higher.
How we do it
We calculate the required design pressure based on exposure and structure height, specify the door and track system by wind-load rating and missile-impact level, attach the track directly to CBS with expansion anchors rated for the load, install reinforcement struts as specified, and document the rating label and attachment details.
Wind-Load Code Compliance
Signs you need it
You are selling the home and the inspection cited the garage door, you are pulling a permit for any other opening work, or your insurance requires documented HVHZ compliance for all openings.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Wind-load code compliance upgrade for an existing garage door in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $900 to $1,800 if the door itself is salvageable with reinforcement, or $1,800 to $3,500 for full replacement with a rated assembly.
How we do it
We inspect the existing door, track, and attachment points, determine whether reinforcement or replacement is required for the calculated wind load, install the specified solution with proper structural attachment, and provide the Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation for inspection and insurance.
What Impact Garage Doors Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
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| Hurricane-Rated Garage Door - single car | $1,800 - $3,500 |
| Wind-Load Compliance Upgrade - reinforcement | $900 - $1,800 |
| Energy-Efficient Garage Door - insulated, impact-rated | $2,200 - $4,200 |
Does my garage door need to be impact-rated or just wind-rated?
Garage doors in Broward County must meet both wind-load and missile-impact standards under HVHZ; a wind-only rating is insufficient. We specify doors with both ratings and provide the Miami-Dade NOA documentation. Call (754) 714-7309 for a free assessment of your current door.
Can I keep my garage door opener with a new impact door?
Most openers can be retained if they are in good condition and properly disconnected during high-wind events, but we verify the opener’s compatibility with the heavier impact-rated door and may recommend upgrade for doors over a certain weight. The measured survey includes this check.
Custom & Geometric Windows in Lauderdale Lakes
Custom and geometric window installation in Lauderdale Lakes addresses the architectural detail work found in mid-century ranch homes where builders used arched openings, clerestory bands, and shaped accent windows as design features that are now failing and non-compliant. Because these openings were often site-built with no standard rough opening dimensions, accurate field measurement and manufacturer coordination are essential before any fabrication begins. Our Custom & Geometric Windows process includes full-size template verification and factory sign-off before production.
Geometric & Shaped Windows
Signs you need it
Your home has triangular, trapezoidal, or circular windows that are original single-pane units with failed seals, or you are replacing a shaped accent window as part of a permitted HVHZ upgrade.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Geometric and shaped window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,200 to $2,800 per opening depending on complexity, with multi-sided or compound curves at the higher end and simple triangles or trapezoids lower.
How we do it
We field-measure the opening to a full-size template, verify the dimensions with the customer before factory submission, specify impact-rated laminated glass in the custom configuration, and install with custom flashing integration matched to the irregular geometry.
Arched & Curved Windows
Signs you need it
Your arched windows show frame separation at the radius, the original single-pane glass has no impact rating, or the rough opening was site-built with no standard dimension.
What it costs in Lauderdale Lakes
Arched and curved window installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically ranges from $1,800 to $3,500 per opening for impact-rated units with custom radius construction, with segmented arch options sometimes reducing cost versus true radius.
How we do it
We measure the springline, rise, and radius with a field template, specify the unit as true radius or segmented arch based on structural and budget requirements, coordinate factory production with template sign-off, and install with custom head flashing following the curve.
What Custom & Geometric Windows Costs in Lauderdale Lakes
| Item | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| Geometric/Shaped Window - impact-rated | $1,200 - $2,800 |
| Arched/Curved Window - true or segmented radius | $1,800 - $3,500 |
| Oversized Opening - custom engineering | $2,500 - $5,500 |
How long does custom window fabrication take?
Custom and geometric windows typically require 6-10 weeks from template approval to delivery, depending on complexity and manufacturer scheduling. We verify the timeline before you sign and coordinate installation around the delivery date. Call (754) 714-7309 to start the measured survey and template process.
Can you match the shape of my original mid-century windows?
Yes. We field-template the existing opening and can replicate most original profiles in impact-rated, HVHZ-compliant construction, including true radius arches and compound geometries. The template verification step ensures the replacement matches the original sightline.
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 - by what the opening requires, not by what is in stock. Common hardware, balances, and weatherstrip for Therma-Tru and Mr-Glass are stocked locally, reducing wait times for service calls. See our brands for full performance tier and warranty documentation.
Pricing for Windows & Doors in Lauderdale Lakes, FL
| Service | Typical range in Lauderdale Lakes |
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| Single/Double Hung Window - impact-rated | $850 - $1,650 |
| Horizontal Roller Window - standard | $750 - $1,450 |
| 3-Panel Sliding Window - impact-rated | $1,200 - $2,400 |
| Entry Door - impact-rated | $1,400 - $2,800 |
| Hurricane-Proof Front Door - HVHZ | $1,800 - $3,200 |
| French/Double Door - impact-rated | $2,200 - $4,500 |
| Low-E/Argon Upgrade | +$80 - $150 |
| ENERGY STAR Replacement Window | $950 - $1,850 |
| Hurricane-Rated Garage Door | $1,800 - $3,500 |
| Geometric/Shaped Window | $1,200 - $2,800 |
| Arched/Curved Window | $1,800 - $3,500 |
Prices in Lauderdale Lakes push higher when original jalousie or louvered units require complete rough-opening reconstruction, when CBS substrate repair is needed after moisture intrusion, or when custom sizes exceed manufacturer standard catalogs. The written price we provide before any work starts is the price on the final invoice - Haven Clause 1, no surprises.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Lauderdale Lakes
We serve homes throughout Lauderdale Lakes’s compact 3.4-square-mile area, with crews typically scheduling measured surveys within 48 hours of contact. Representative neighborhoods include:
- Lauderdale West
- Oakland Hills
- St. George
- Boulevard Heights
- Windsor Park
Service Area - Cities Near Lauderdale Lakes
Our crews serve Lauderdale Lakes from the brand’s Miami (South FL) office and cover surrounding communities including Hollywood, FL, Pembroke Park, FL, Miami Gardens, FL, and Cooper City, FL. Every service call receives the same measured survey, written price, and documented photo record under the Haven Standard.
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
We typically schedule measured surveys within 48 hours for Lauderdale Lakes, with installation following permit approval and product delivery. Live phone coverage is available 24/7 to coordinate scheduling.
Yes. We pull all required Broward County building permits, schedule inspections, and provide Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation for every impact-rated product. The permit and inspection fees are itemized in your written quote.
Our technician measures every opening to the nearest 1/8 inch, photographs existing conditions, notes substrate and trim requirements, and provides a written scope with line-item pricing before leaving. You keep the measured survey; the quote cannot differ from that document.
Call (754) 714-7309 to schedule your free measured survey and written estimate. Every job is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise and leaves a documented photo record under the Haven Standard.
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
"Front door install went smoothly. Written warranty, clear price, no pressure to upgrade anything."
- Nils H."Good crew, tidy install, finished a day early. Paperwork had the license number on it."
- Barry L."Patio door had dropped and would not lock. They adjusted it rather than selling me a new one, and charged accordingly."
- Simone T.