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CGI Impact Windows & Doors in Hollywood: What to Know First
We provide independent CGI impact windows & doors service in Hollywood, FL - from single hung and double hung repairs to full horizontal roller replacements - with a written price before any work starts and a 365-Day Done Right Promise backed by the Haven Standard. Most CGI jobs in Hollywood run between $340 and $1,850 depending on whether we’re addressing a failed balance system, replacing impact-rated glazing, or swapping an entire frame. We carry OEM and quality aftermarket parts for CGI’s most common residential series, and we turn most calls within 48 to 72 hours.
This page is for homeowners in Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, and the Oakridge area who already have CGI impact windows or doors and need them to perform as designed - not marketing, not upsell, just what we find when we measure and what it costs to fix it right.
Call (754) 714-7309 to schedule your free estimate.
How CGI Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Sentinel by CGI single hung windows - balance shoe fracture. The coil balance assembly in early Sentinel single hung units fatigues at the shoe pivot after 6 to 10 years of salt-air exposure in Hollywood’s coastal zone. The sash drops or tilts inward. We replace with OEM-spec balance kits rated for the exact sash weight; aftermarket alternatives exist but we document the load rating on your invoice so the warranty stays intact.
- Impact-rated horizontal rollers - roller carriage corrosion. CGI’s Estate Collection and WinGuard horizontal rollers collect sand and salt in the stainless track, then the polymer roller housing cracks when forced. We pull the sash, measure the axle diameter to 1/16 inch, and install either CGI factory rollers or a matched aftermarket equivalent - never a universal fit that will chew the track in two seasons.
- WinGuard vinyl frames - corner separation at the weld. South Florida’s thermal cycling expands and contracts the vinyl extrusion; on some 2015-2019 WinGuard production lots, the ultrasonic weld at the sill-jamb corner loosens. We don’t caulk over it. We sleeve the joint with a mechanical corner key and structural adhesive, then test the assembly against a 15 psf pressure differential - the same load a Category 1 wind event applies to a second-story opening in Hollywood.
- Impact glass delamination - edge seal failure. CGI’s laminated impact glass uses an interlayer between two lites; when the edge seal breathes in Hollywood’s humidity, the interlayer clouds at the perimeter. It still stops debris, but the sightline is ruined and the U-factor degrades. We order replacement insulated laminated units from CGI’s Florida distribution center with the exact Low-E coating and argon fill specified for your original order.
- Multi-point locking systems - premature wear on Estate Collection doors. The three-point lock on CGI’s Estate French and sliding doors relies on a centralized gearbox; if the door is slightly out of plumb, the gearbox strips in 18 to 24 months. We shim the frame to true vertical first, then replace the gearbox - fixing the symptom without repeating the failure. Measure the opening, not your optimism.
Our CGI Impact Windows & Doors Process

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Measured survey. Sonia Raman or a verified crew member arrives with a laser measure, level, and camera. You keep the written dimensions; we keep nothing hidden.
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Failure diagnosis with photo evidence. We photograph the failed component, the frame condition, and the rough opening. You see what we see before any parts are ordered.
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Parts specification - OEM or matched aftermarket. For CGI units still under manufacturer warranty, we use OEM parts and note the part number on your scope. For out-of-warranty work, we source quality aftermarket equivalents with matching performance specs and document the substitution in writing.
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Installation under Haven Standard protocols. Verified crew, license number provided before arrival, uniformed, background-checked. We seal with backer rod and silicone compatible with CGI’s vinyl formulation - not generic caulk that outgasses and shrinks.
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Pressure test and operation check. Every impact window or door is cycled 10 times, lock engagement verified, and the perimeter seal inspected with a smoke pencil. We photograph the completed work.
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Written invoice matching the quote. The price on the first document is the price on the last. No change orders, no surprises. Your photo record and 365-Day Done Right Promise documentation follow by text or email.
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| Service | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| Balance system repair (Sentinel single hung) | $340 - $520 | Sash weight, access difficulty, OEM vs. aftermarket |
| Roller replacement (horizontal roller) | $280 - $440 | Axle diameter, track condition, quantity of units |
| Corner weld repair (WinGuard vinyl frame) | $480 - $760 | Story height, extent of separation, pressure test requirement |
| Impact glass replacement (laminated IG unit) | $890 - $1,850 | Lite size, Low-E coating, argon fill, tempered requirement |
| Multi-point lock rebuild (Estate door) | $560 - $920 | Frame plumb correction, gearbox brand, handle finish match |
These are 2024-2025 price ranges for the Hollywood market, where coastal exposure and mid-rise density affect both material selection and labor access. Your exact price comes after our measured survey - which is free, written, and yours to keep even if you hire someone else. Bring us a competitor’s written estimate and we’ll review it at no charge.
Call (754) 714-7309 for your free estimate.
Why Hollywood Homeowners Call Sightline Windows & Doors Hollywood for CGI Work

We’ve installed and serviced 18,000+ openings since 2012, and a significant share of that work has been in Hollywood’s retrofit market - mid-century homes in Oakridge, condos along South Ocean Drive, and single-family builds in Emerald Hills. CGI is one of eight manufacturer lines we specify, alongside PGT, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, Therma-Tru, and ViewLux. If your CGI unit is discontinued or the lead time extends past your needs, we can cross-reference a replacement from another verified line with matching Miami-Dade NOA ratings and comparable U-factor/SHGC performance.
Every technician is background-checked, uniformed, and identified by license number before arrival - Haven Clause 3, Verified Crews. Calls are answered by a live person, 24/7. And the 365-Day Done Right Promise is stamped on every job, not offered as a courtesy.
We don’t sell windows. We measure openings, name prices in writing, and leave evidence.
FAQs
No - provided we use OEM parts and document the work. As an independent CGI service provider, we are not affiliated with or authorized by CGI, but we follow warranty-safe practices: OEM part numbers recorded on your invoice, no field modifications to frame or glazing channel, and manufacturer-specified sealants only. If your unit is still under CGI’s original warranty, we flag this during our survey and source parts accordingly. Call (754) 714-7309 to review your warranty status - estimates are free.
Typically 10 to 14 business days from order for standard sizes with existing NOA documentation; custom geometries or obsolete Low-E coatings can extend to 4 weeks. We don’t quote a date until we’ve confirmed CGI Florida inventory and verified your original spec sheet against our field measurements. You’ll get a written lead time with your quote, not after you’ve committed. Call (754) 714-7309 to schedule a survey.
Repair when the frame is square, the glazing channel is intact, and the failure is isolated to a balance, roller, or lock - typically 40 to 60 percent of the replacement cost. Replace when you have corner separation, frame distortion, or a failed impact unit in a frame size CGI no longer produces. We make this recommendation in writing with photos, not in the moment at your door. Call (754) 714-7309 for a free second opinion on any written estimate.
For painted aluminum Estate Collection units, we source CGI factory touch-up or coordinate with a local architectural finisher for color match - Hollywood’s salt air makes half-measures obvious in 18 months. For WinGuard vinyl, we don’t paint; we replace the damaged extrusion or recommend a full unit swap. The exact approach depends on your series, vintage, and whether the color is still in production. We’ll document both options in your written quote. Call (754) 714-7309 to schedule.
The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers it - no diagnostic fee, no labor charge, no parts markup. We return, identify why the first repair failed, and correct it. This is Haven Clause 5: No Surprises. The promise is written into your scope, not a verbal assurance. In 12+ years and 18,000+ openings, our callback rate stays low because Sonia Raman reads manufacturer spec sheets against actual rough-opening dimensions before anything gets ordered. Call (754) 714-7309 if you need us back - we’ll be there.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner, Sightline Windows & Doors Hollywood at Sightline Windows & Doors Hollywood, serving Hollywood and nearby areas.










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