Frequently Asked Questions - Windows & Doors in Miami, FL
Straight answers to the questions Miami homeowners ask us most about window and door replacement, hurricane protection, and what a job should actually cost. If you don't see your question here, call (754) 238-2201 and ask us directly.
Pricing & Cost FAQs
Most Miami homeowners spend between $600 and $1,400 per window installed, depending on size, glass package, and whether the opening needs reframing. Impact-rated windows cost more, typically $900 to $1,800 per window, because the glass is thicker and the frame is reinforced. A full house of 10 to 15 windows usually lands between $9,000 and $18,000. The best way to get a real number is a free written estimate. We measure every opening twice, quote manufacturer lines side by side on paper, and itemize the full job so there are no surprises on the bill. Call (754) 238-2201 to schedule yours.
Impact windows in Miami typically run $900 to $1,800 per window installed, with larger openings like sliders and picture windows at the higher end. The price reflects laminated glass, reinforced frames, and Miami-Dade County product approval testing. Cheaper impact windows exist, but in a coastal market, the glass package and frame engineering are where the protection lives. We quote PGT, CGI, and CWS lines side by side so you can compare what each tier actually delivers, not just the sticker price. Written estimates are free. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll walk you through the numbers without pressure.
A new front door in Miami typically costs $1,500 to $4,500 installed, depending on material, glass, and whether the door is impact-rated. A basic steel or fiberglass door starts lower; a custom wood door or an impact-rated entry system with sidelights runs higher. The frame matters as much as the slab. In Miami's humidity and storm exposure, a door that fits out of true will bind, leak air, and fail early. We measure the opening twice and quote the door, frame, hardware, and install as one line-item number. Call (754) 238-2201 for a free written estimate.
A full-house window replacement in Miami, typically 10 to 15 windows, runs $9,000 to $22,000 depending on window count, size, impact requirements, and framing condition. Homes in older neighborhoods like Shenandoah or Coral Way often need more reframing than newer construction in Doral or Kendall, which moves the number. We itemize every opening, every material, and every labor step so you see exactly what you're paying for. No allowances, no change orders, no arguing later. Call (754) 238-2201 to schedule a free estimate and get a written price.
No. Our quotes are fixed-price line items. If we find hidden rot or framing damage behind an existing window during the job, we stop, show you what we found, and give you a written change order before any additional work happens. You approve it or you don't; nothing proceeds without your signature. Miami homes built before the 1990s sometimes hide water damage where window flashing failed years ago. We'd rather show you the problem and fix it right than cover it with a new window and walk away. That's the whole point of a square deal. Call (754) 238-2201 with questions.
Service & Process FAQs
We start with a free in-home measurement, then give you a written line-item estimate with manufacturer options side by side. Once you choose, we order the windows, pull any required permits, and schedule the install. The crew removes the old windows, reframes as needed, sets the new units square and plumb, insulates and seals, and hauls away the old frames and glass. We register both warranty layers before the truck leaves the driveway. Most whole-house jobs in Miami take one to three days depending on the number of openings. Call (754) 238-2201 to start with the measurement.
Most window replacements in Miami take one to three days on site once the windows arrive. The lead time before that depends on the manufacturer and whether the windows are impact-rated; custom impact units from PGT or CGI can take four to eight weeks from order to delivery. We give you the timeline in writing when you sign, and we'll be there when we say. Permitting in Miami-Dade can add a few days to a week depending on the municipality. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll give you a realistic schedule for your specific job.
Yes. Window and door replacement in Miami-Dade and Broward requires permits when openings are altered, and impact-rated installations require product approvals on file. We handle the permit paperwork, schedule inspections, and make sure the job passes before we call it done. A contractor who skips permitting is saving a few hundred dollars and leaving you with an unpermitted install that can complicate a future home sale or an insurance claim. We don't work that way. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll walk you through what your specific job requires.
In most cases, yes. We match frame color, grid pattern, glass type, and brand where the manufacturer still produces the line. Older Miami homes sometimes have windows from lines that are discontinued, and in those cases we match the closest current option and show you the comparison before you commit. Matching matters visually, but the real issue is performance. A replacement window should seal and perform like the rest of the house, not just look right from the curb. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll tell you if your existing windows can be matched exactly.
Yes. We install entry doors, patio sliders, French doors, and impact-rated door systems throughout the Miami area. A door is a moving window, and the same rules apply: the opening has to be square, the frame has to be set true, and the seal has to hold against Miami's humidity and wind-driven rain. We measure every door opening twice and quote the slab, frame, hardware, and install as one written number. Call (754) 238-2201 to schedule a free estimate.
Brands & Parts FAQs
We install PGT, CGI, CWS, and ViewLux windows and doors, depending on the project and the protection level you need. PGT and CGI are the big names in Miami impact-rated products, with strong Miami-Dade product approvals. CWS offers a solid mid-range impact line. ViewLux is a good option for energy-focused non-impact replacements. We quote manufacturer lines side by side on paper so you can see what each one actually delivers in glass package, frame strength, and warranty. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll match you to the right line.
Both PGT and CGI manufacture impact-rated windows with Miami-Dade product approvals, and both are excellent choices for this market. PGT offers a broader lineup and faster lead times on many series. CGI tends to be positioned slightly higher on frame engineering and finish options. The right answer depends on your home, your openings, and your budget, which is why we quote them side by side rather than pushing one brand. A window is only as good as the install, and either line set true will serve you well. Call (754) 238-2201 for a comparison quote.
Yes, when they're tested and approved to Miami-Dade standards and installed correctly. Impact windows use laminated glass and reinforced frames so that wind-borne debris doesn't breach the building envelope. The glass may crack, but it stays in the frame, which keeps pressure from building inside your home during a storm. That pressure differential is what blows roofs off. The product matters, and so does the install. An impact window set out of true won't perform the way it was tested to perform. Call (754) 238-2201 to talk through what your home needs.
Short answer: usually not in this climate. Miami's heat, humidity, salt air, and hurricane exposure punish windows faster than almost anywhere else in the country. A bargain vinyl window with a basic glass package will fog, warp, and leak years before a mid-grade or impact-rated unit will. You will pay for the cheap window twice. We're not the cheapest bid, and we're fine with that. We'd rather give you a window you never think about again than one you're fighting with in three years. Call (754) 238-2201 for an honest comparison of your options.
Licensing & Insurance FAQs
Every pro working under the TruePane name is required to hold the license and insurance their state requires. In Florida, that means a state-issued contractor license and the liability and workers' compensation coverage the job calls for. We don't send anyone to your home who hasn't met the standard. Before we start any job in Miami, we can show you proof of licensing and insurance in writing. A homeowner should never have to ask twice. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll provide documentation up front.
The crews that work under the TruePane name are held to the same training and standard on every job, whether they're our own team or a trusted local crew we use when we're busy. What matters is that the person at your home knows how to set a window square, plumb, and sealed, and that they're required to carry the license and insurance the state requires. We stand behind the work either way. If it's not right, we come back. No paperwork, no arguing. Call (754) 238-2201 with any questions about who shows up at your door.
Check that they carry a current Florida contractor license, ask for proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance, request a written line-item estimate, and confirm they pull permits for work that requires them. In Miami specifically, verify that any impact-rated product they quote carries Miami-Dade County product approval. Ask about the warranty terms in writing, including who registers it and who services it. A contractor who hesitates on any of these answers is telling you something. Call (754) 238-2201 and test us on all of it; we'll pass.
Emergency & Response FAQs
We can help with emergency window boarding after a break-in, impact, or storm damage. A broken window compromises your security and leaves your home open to water and wind, and in Miami during hurricane season, that's not something you wait on. The phone is answered 24/7 at (754) 238-2201. When you call, a live coordinator connects you with the local team to get your opening secured and schedule the replacement. Never leave a broken opening uncovered longer than you have to.
First, contain the water inside with towels or a bucket and move anything valuable away from the area. If water is coming through the window itself, the seal or the frame may have failed. If it's coming from around the frame, the flashing or the installation is likely the problem. A window that leaks in a Miami downpour needs to be looked at, not ignored, because the water is doing damage you can't see inside the wall. Call (754) 238-2201 and describe what you're seeing; we'll tell you the next step and whether it can wait or needs immediate attention.
When a window is broken and your home is exposed, we treat that as urgent. The phone is answered 24/7 at (754) 238-2201, and a live coordinator will connect you with the local team. Depending on the window type and whether it's impact-rated, replacement timing varies; custom units take longer to manufacture. In the meantime, we can secure the opening so your home isn't vulnerable. Call us and explain the situation; we'll give you honest timing and a plan.
Warranty & Guarantees FAQs
Our work carries the Keystone Standard: both warranty layers in writing, durations stated, 90 days on our workmanship, no arguing. The manufacturer warranty covers the product; our workmanship warranty covers the install. We register both layers before the truck leaves the driveway so there's never a question of whether the paperwork was filed. If something's not right within our 90-day window, we come back and make it right. No forms, no runaround. Call (754) 238-2201 for specifics on the products you're considering.
Our 90-day workmanship warranty covers the installation itself: the window or door set square and plumb, sealed properly, operating smoothly, and finished cleanly. If anything related to our install isn't right, we come back and fix it. That's the standing-behind-it part of how we work. The product itself is covered separately by the manufacturer warranty, which we register for you before we leave the driveway. Call (754) 238-2201 with any warranty question; we answer the phone with a person.
The manufacturer honors their product warranty, and we handle the relationship for you. If a seal fails or a sash binds years after the install, call us first. We know the product lines, we know the warranty terms, and we'll navigate the claim so you don't have to argue with a phone tree. The warranty is only as good as the company standing behind it, and that's the standard we were built on. Call (754) 238-2201 and we'll get the ball rolling.
Written by Dale Kessler, Owner at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Miami since 2008.
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