New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
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.
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.
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
Single & Double Hung Windows in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Single hung and double hung windows are the most common window styles in Fort Lauderdale homes, and the difference between them comes down to which sashes move. A single hung window has a fixed top sash and a bottom sash that slides up to open. A double hung window lets both the top and bottom sashes slide independently, which gives you better airflow and makes cleaning easier from inside the house. At Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale, we install both styles in aluminum and vinyl frames, sized to handle the wind loads and humidity of coastal South Florida, and every project starts with a written price before any work begins. Call (754) 354-3671 to talk through what your home needs. For a broader look at what we do, see our full Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale page.
Replacing hung windows in this climate is not a generic swap. The salt air off the Atlantic, the afternoon thunderstorms from late May through October, and the building codes tied to hurricane season all shape which frame material and glass package make sense for your house. We carry professional-grade window lines including PGT, CGI, and ES Windows, so we are not limited to one brand’s catalog when your home calls for something specific, whether that is impact-rated glass near the water or a slimmer frame profile for a 1950s ranch in Victoria Park.
We are independently owned and operated, part of the Threshold Group family of home-service brands. Spencer Odell leads our Fort Lauderdale team, and every technician who steps onto your property arrives under the Threshold Standard: background-checked, identity-verified, uniformed, photo-badged, and pre-announced to you by name and photo before the visit. You will know exactly who is coming to your door before you open it.
When You Need Single & Double Hung Windows
Here are the situations where homeowners in Fort Lauderdale typically call us about hung windows. If any of these sound like your house, we can help.
- The sash won’t stay open. A bottom sash that drops shut on its own usually means a worn or broken balance mechanism. This happens faster in humid, salty air, and it is a repair or replacement we handle often in neighborhoods like Rio Vista and Sailboat Bend.
- Condensation builds between the glass panes. Once the seal fails on an insulated glass unit, the fog is permanent. The only real fix is replacing the glass or the entire sash.
- You feel drafts or heat near the window. Older aluminum frames common in Fort Lauderdale homes built before the 1990s conduct heat and leak air. Swapping to vinyl-framed hung windows with low-E glass (a thin coating that blocks heat while letting light through) makes a measurable difference in bedroom comfort.
- The window is painted, caulked, or nailed shut. We see this constantly in older homes where years of repainting have sealed a single hung permanently closed. We replace the window so it actually opens and locks again.
- You want to upgrade to impact-rated glass. If you live east of Federal Highway or in a designated high-velocity hurricane zone, impact-rated hung windows from CGI or PGT will meet code requirements while still looking like a standard window.
- Your current windows are double hung but you cannot clean the outside glass. Tilt-in sashes solve this. If your double hungs are old enough that the sashes do not tilt, you are probably due for replacement anyway.
Our Single & Double Hung Windows Process
We keep the process simple enough that you always know what has happened, what happens next, and what you will pay. Here is how a hung window installation with Hale works.
- You call and talk to a person. A live person answers the phone at (754) 354-3671, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No voicemail tree, no callback queue. You explain what is going on with your windows, and we schedule a visit.
- A named, photo-badged technician arrives. Before the visit, we send you the name and photo of the technician coming to your home. Every person we send is background-checked, identity-verified, and uniformed. You will recognize them at the door.
- We measure, inspect, and discuss options. The technician checks the rough opening, the existing frame condition, the exposure to sun and wind, and your budget. We will talk through single hung versus double hung, vinyl versus aluminum, and glass options like low-E coatings and impact ratings.
- You receive a written price before any work starts. This is non-negotiable for us. The price is in your hands, in writing, before anyone picks up a tool. No verbal estimates, no open-ended hourly billing, no surprises on the final invoice.
- We install, clean up, and walk the job with you. The old window comes out, the new one goes in, the opening is sealed properly against South Florida rain, and the trim is finished. We walk the completed work with you before we leave.
- Your 365-Day Done Right Promise starts. If the work is not right, we make it right. That guarantee is named, documented, and stamped on every job. No argument needed, no fine print to fight through.
Single & Double Hung Windows Pricing in Fort Lauderdale
Single and double hung window replacement in Fort Lauderdale typically runs between $400 and $900 per window installed for standard-sized vinyl units with low-E glass. Double hung windows usually cost $50 to $150 more per window than single hung of the same size because the operating mechanism is more complex. Larger openings, impact-rated glass, and aluminum frames with heavier hardware push into the $900 to $1,600 per window range. These are honest ranges, not bait numbers. You will get an exact written quote before any work is approved.
Here is how the pricing breaks down for a typical bedroom window in a Fort Lauderdale single-family home:
| Component | Typical Range in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Standard vinyl single hung, low-E glass, no impact | $400 – $650 per window |
| Standard vinyl double hung, low-E glass, no impact | $500 – $750 per window |
| Impact-rated single hung (PGT or CGI), vinyl frame | $750 – $1,200 per window |
| Impact-rated double hung, aluminum frame | $900 – $1,500 per window |
| Labor and installation per window | $150 – $300 (often included in total) |
| Old window removal and disposal | Included in our written quote |
What actually drives the cost is four things: the glass package (impact-rated glass costs significantly more than standard), the frame material (aluminum carries a premium over vinyl), the size of the opening (anything wider than 36 inches or taller than 72 inches moves past standard pricing), and the condition of the existing frame and stucco work around the window. Homes in Coral Ridge and Las Olas with original 1960s or 1970s openings often need more prep work than newer construction in neighborhoods like Flagler Village, where openings are more uniform.
We give every homeowner a written price before the job starts, and that includes the disposal of old windows and any trim finish work. Call (754) 354-3671 and we will schedule an estimate. Estimates are free, and you will have the number in writing with no obligation.
Single Hung vs. Double Hung: Which Should You Choose?
For most Fort Lauderdale bedrooms and living areas, double hung wins if your budget allows it. The reason is practical: opening the top sash lets warm air escape high while cooler air draws in low through the bottom sash. That cross-flow matters in a climate where you want natural ventilation for as many months of the year as possible. Double hung windows also tilt inward, which means you can clean the exterior glass from inside your house. If you live in a two-story home or have windows over a lanai or pool cage, that is a real quality-of-life upgrade.
Single hung makes sense when the budget is tighter, when the window is on a first floor where exterior cleaning is not a hassle, or when the opening is small and the added ventilation of a double hung would not be felt. A single hung from ES Windows or PGT will still deliver excellent energy performance and a clean look. We will give you pricing for both options at the same visit so you can decide with real numbers in front of you.
Why Fort Lauderdale Homes Need the Right Glass Package
The default glass we recommend for hung windows in Fort Lauderdale is low-E insulated glass. Low-E stands for low-emissivity, which is a thin, virtually invisible metallic coating on the glass that reflects heat while letting visible light pass through. In a city where the sun loads up western-facing windows from about 2 p.m. onward, low-E is the single biggest energy efficiency upgrade you can make without changing the look of your home. It also reduces fading on furniture, wood floors, and window treatments.
For homes in flood zones or within one mile of the coast, we often recommend impact-rated glass, which is a laminated glass construction designed to withstand wind-borne debris during a storm. Impact windows are not just about hurricane protection; they also cut outside noise, which matters if you live near Federal Highway, Sunrise Boulevard, or the Brightline tracks. Brands like CGI and PGT make impact-rated hung windows that meet Florida Building Code requirements while still looking like standard residential windows.
Whatever glass package you choose, we put the exact specification in your written quote. No vague “energy efficient” language. You will see the glass type, the U-factor, the solar heat gain coefficient, and the frame material in print.
Our Window Brands: PGT, CGI, and ES Windows
Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale installs and services eight professional-grade window and door lines, and for single and double hung work we most often recommend PGT, CGI, or ES Windows. Each has a different strength in the South Florida market.
PGT is the dominant impact-rated window manufacturer in Florida. Their WinGuard line is what we specify for most homes east of Federal Highway that need hurricane protection without adding shutters. PGT hung windows carry strong warranties and are available in vinyl and aluminum frames.
CGI has a reputation for heavy-duty aluminum impact windows, and their hung window lines hold up exceptionally well in high-rise and mid-rise condo buildings along the Galt Ocean Mile and the Intracoastal. If your HOA requires a specific aesthetic or structural rating, CGI is often the solution.
ES Windows makes a cleaner, slimmer aluminum frame that suits mid-century and modern homes in neighborhoods like Victoria Park and Sailboat Bend. If you care about maximizing glass area and minimizing frame profile, ES Windows is worth considering. We are happy to show you samples from all three at your estimate visit.
The Threshold Standard: Who Comes to Your Door
We know that opening your home to a window installer is an act of trust, and the industry does not always earn that trust. That is why every Hale technician operates under the Threshold Standard, which has five specific steps: background-checked, identity-verified, uniformed, photo-badged, and pre-announced by name and photo before the visit. You will receive the name and photo of the person coming to your home in advance. When the doorbell rings, you will know the face on the other side of the door.
This matters if you are home alone, if you have young children at home during the day, or if you are an older homeowner who has had a bad experience with a stranger at the door before. We built our entire operation around removing that uncertainty. The person who arrives is the person we told you about. Every time.
365-Day Done Right Promise
Our guarantee is simple and we put it in writing on every job: if the work is not done right, we make it right, within 365 days of installation, with no argument and no charge. That covers the installation workmanship, the sealant, the fit of the window in the opening, and the operation of the sashes. If a repair we perform fails, the second visit is free. No fine print, no pro-rated weasel language. That is the entire promise. It has been the backbone of how we operate since Hale Windows & Doors was founded in 2009 as part of the Threshold Group family.
FAQs – Single & Double Hung Windows
How much does it cost to replace a single or double hung window in Fort Lauderdale?
Single and double hung window replacement in Fort Lauderdale typically costs between $400 and $1,500 per window installed, depending on glass package, frame material, and window size. Standard vinyl single hung units with low-E glass run $400 to $650, while impact-rated double hungs in aluminum frames reach $900 to $1,500. Call (754) 354-3671 for a free, written, no-obligation quote specific to your home.
Can you install single or double hung windows the same day?
In many cases, yes, if the windows are standard sizes and the openings are in good condition. Custom-sized windows or impact-rated units from PGT or CGI often require a manufacturing lead time of one to three weeks. We will tell you the timeline during your estimate, and you will always have a written price before any order is placed.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a hung window in Fort Lauderdale?
If the only issue is a broken balance mechanism, a worn lock, or damaged caulking, repair is almost always cheaper, typically ranging from $150 to $400 per window. If the glass seal has failed, the frame is rotted or corroded, or the window does not meet current wind code, replacement is the better investment. We will give you a straight answer either way, with pricing for both options in writing.
Do impact-rated hung windows look like normal windows?
Yes. Impact-rated single and double hung windows from PGT and CGI use laminated glass inside standard frame profiles, so from the street they look identical to non-impact windows. You get hurricane protection and noise reduction without changing the architectural character of your Fort Lauderdale home.
Written by Spencer Odell, Owner at Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale
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.