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
Bay & Bow Windows in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Bay and bow windows are the architectural feature that pushes a room outward, adding floor space, a wider view, and a place to sit, read, or tend plants. In Fort Lauderdale, where canal and Intracoastal views are part of why people buy a home, a well-built bay or bow window turns an ordinary wall into the best seat in the house. Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale installs and services bay and bow windows from PGT, CGI, and CWS product lines, with a written price in your hands before any work starts. Call (754) 354-3671 for a free estimate, or read on to understand what a bay or bow window project actually involves. For a broader look at our full-service approach, visit our Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale page.
Bay windows typically have three panels: a large fixed center window flanked by two angled operable windows, usually at 30 or 45 degrees. Bow windows use four or more panels set at shallower angles, creating a gentler curve. Both project beyond the exterior wall. Both require structural support below, a roof or cap above, and careful flashing throughout, because in South Florida a projecting window is also a projecting exposure to wind-driven rain. We’ve been doing this work since 2009, and we stand behind every installation with a named guarantee: the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If it’s not right, we make it right. No argument needed.
When You Need Bay & Bow Windows
You may be replacing an existing bay or bow window, or you may be cutting a flat wall open to create one. Either way, these are the situations where Fort Lauderdale homeowners typically call us:
- Your existing bay or bow window leaks during summer downpours. Fort Lauderdale averages over 60 inches of rain a year, and a bay window’s roof cap and side flashing take the brunt of it. Water stains on the interior sill or soft drywall below the window are the usual first signs.
- The window sags or the seat feels spongy. A projecting window needs a properly built support knee or cable system underneath. When that support fails, the entire assembly can drop, making sashes bind and the seat feel unstable.
- You want more usable space without a full addition. A bay window adds roughly 8 to 12 square feet of floor space inside the room, enough for a window seat, a dining nook, or a plant bench. A bow window adds even more, since it wraps wider along the wall.
- Your current windows fog between the panes. Failed seals are common in Fort Lauderdale’s heat and humidity. If the glass looks milky or traps condensation you can’t wipe away, the insulated glass unit has failed and needs replacement.
- You’re upgrading to impact-rated glass. Many homeowners in Fort Lauderdale replace older bay or bow windows with PGT or CGI impact products to meet wind load requirements and reduce insurance pressure without giving up the view.
- The view deserves better than a flat window. If you face a canal, a golf course, or a garden, a bow window’s wider arc captures more of it. A flat window gives you one sightline; a bow gives you three or four.
Our Bay & Bow Windows Process
We follow the same process on every bay and bow window project, whether it’s a like-for-like replacement in Victoria Park or a new installation in Rio Vista. Here’s how it works:
- Call and talk to a live person. A real human answers our phone 24/7 at (754) 354-3671. You’ll describe the project, and we’ll schedule an on-site evaluation at a time that works for you.
- You receive the technician’s name and photo before the visit. This is the Threshold Standard, and it’s non-negotiable for us. Every technician is background-checked, identity-verified, uniformed, and photo-badged. Before anyone rings your bell, you’ll know their name and have seen their face on your phone.
- We measure and assess the opening. We check the existing framing, the support structure beneath the window, the roof cap condition, and the surrounding wall. If it’s a new opening, we evaluate the wall’s load path and what structural reinforcement is needed.
- You get a written price before any work begins. No open-ended estimates, no surprise line items on the invoice. The number you see before we start is the number you pay. This applies to every job, every time.
- Installation happens on the scheduled day. We remove the old unit, build or repair the support, set and level the new window, flash and seal every joint, and finish the interior and exterior trim. The work is done by our own technicians, not subcontracted labor.
- We walk the finished job with you. You inspect the work with the technician before we leave. If anything is not right at that moment, or if anything fails within 365 days, the 365-Day Done Right Promise means we return and fix it. You also receive a written guarantee on the installation.
Bay & Bow Windows Pricing in Fort Lauderdale
Bay and bow window pricing in Fort Lauderdale depends on the number of panels, the glass package, the framing material, the condition of the existing opening, and whether you’re replacing or creating a new projection. Based on the projects we’ve quoted across Broward County, here’s what homeowners can generally expect:
| Project Type | Typical Price Range (Installed) | What It Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Bay window replacement, vinyl, 3-panel | $2,800 – $4,500 | Removal of old unit, standard insulated glass, basic trim, flashing |
| Bay window replacement, impact-rated glass | $4,500 – $7,200 | PGT or CGI impact glass, reinforced framing, upgraded flashing |
| Bow window replacement, 4-5 panels, vinyl | $3,500 – $6,000 | Removal, multi-panel unit, standard glass, seat and cap |
| Bow window replacement, impact-rated glass | $5,500 – $9,500 | Impact-rated unit, structural reinforcement, full weather sealing |
| New bay or bow opening cut into existing wall | $6,000 – $12,000+ | Structural header, support system, new window, roof cap, interior and exterior finish work |
These ranges reflect what we’ve seen on actual Fort Lauderdale jobs. Your exact price depends on the linear feet of the opening, the number of operable sashes, whether you choose single-hung or casement side windows, and the elevation of your home. Homes east of Federal Highway, or any structure requiring full impact-rated products, will land toward the higher end of each range.
What you’ll never get from us is a vague “it depends” with no follow-up. We give you a written, line-item price before work starts. No exceptions. Call (754) 354-3671 and we’ll schedule a free in-home estimate, usually within a few days.
What Affects Bay & Bow Window Cost in Fort Lauderdale
Several factors move the price up or down, and knowing them helps you compare quotes honestly:
- Glass package. Standard insulated glass is the baseline. Low-E glass (a thin coating that blocks heat while letting light through) adds cost but cuts cooling bills in a Fort Lauderdale summer. Impact-rated glass, required in much of the city’s wind-borne debris zone, adds the most, typically 40 to 70 percent over standard glass.
- Framing material. Vinyl is the most common and cost-effective. Aluminum is strong and slim-profiled, which matters on larger bow windows. Both handle South Florida humidity well, but they price differently. We’ll show you options from the product lines we carry.
- Operable sashes. Fixed panels cost less than operable ones. If you want casement windows that crank open on the angled sides of your bay, you’ll pay more than you would for picture windows. Many homeowners in Fort Lauderdale want those side windows to open for cross-ventilation, especially in older homes without central air in every room.
- Existing opening condition. If the current bay window was poorly flashed or the support knee has rotted, the repair work adds labor and materials before the new window goes in. In neighborhoods like Sailboat Bend and Shady Banks, where some homes date to the 1940s and 1950s, older framing work is common and we account for it in the written estimate.
- Roof cap and exterior finish. A bay window needs a copper, aluminum, or shingled cap on top. If yours is failing, replacing it is part of the job. Stucco match, exterior trim, and interior seat finish all add cost depending on your home’s style.
Bay Windows vs. Bow Windows: Which One Fits Your Fort Lauderdale Home
We get this question on nearly every bay and bow estimate. The difference comes down to geometry, light, and the look of your home.
A bay window uses three panels: a large fixed center window and two flanking windows set at sharper angles, typically 30 to 45 degrees. The center window is usually the biggest pane of glass in the room. Bays project further from the wall, sometimes 18 to 24 inches, which creates a deeper interior shelf. They read as a strong architectural statement on homes with defined styles, especially mid-century ranch homes and 1950s-era houses in neighborhoods like Coral Ridge and Poinsettia Heights.
A bow window uses four, five, or six panels set at shallow angles, typically 10 to 15 degrees each. The result is a smooth, curved arc that wraps along the wall. Bow windows project less deeply than bays, usually 12 to 18 inches, but they sweep wider. They let in more total light because there’s more glass area overall. Bow windows suit homes where a softer, more rounded look fits the architecture, and they’re especially popular on waterfront properties where the wider arc captures more of the water view.
Both improve ventilation if you choose operable side or end panels. Both increase natural light. Both add real square footage. The right choice depends on your wall space, your view orientation, and your home’s style. During the estimate, we’ll show you both options in context, including product examples from PGT, CGI, and CWS so you can compare actual window configurations rather than abstract descriptions.
Impact-Rated Bay and Bow Windows in Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale sits inside Florida’s wind-borne debris region, which means building code requires impact-rated products or shutter protection on new window installations in most of the city. For bay and bow windows, this matters more than for flat windows because a projecting window catches wind pressure from multiple directions. A poorly secured bay window in a hurricane wind field is a genuine structural hazard, not just a leak risk.
We install impact-rated bay and bow windows from PGT and CGI, two Florida manufacturers whose products are engineered and tested for Miami-Dade and Broward County wind loads. These windows use laminated glass that stays in the frame even when struck by flying debris, plus reinforced frames and hardware. The glass may crack under impact, but it won’t blow out, which is what protects your interior from pressurization and water intrusion.
Impact-rated bay and bow windows cost more than standard versions, but many Fort Lauderdale homeowners find the insurance premium reduction offsets part of the difference over time. We’ll quote both options so you can make the decision with real numbers rather than guesswork.
Why the Bay Window Support System Matters More Than You Think
Here’s something most homeowners never see until it fails: a bay or bow window is a cantilevered structure. It hangs out beyond the exterior wall, which means gravity and wind are constantly working to pull it down and out. The support system underneath is doing real structural work every single day.
There are two common support methods. Support knees are angled braces that run from the bottom of the window back to the wall structure below. Cable systems run steel cables from the outer edge of the window up to a beam or header above, carrying the load in tension. Both work when correctly sized and installed. Both fail when they’re undersized, poorly anchored, or allowed to corrode.
In Fort Lauderdale’s salt-air environment, especially for homes within a mile of the ocean or on a canal near the Intracoastal, corrosion of support hardware is a recurring problem. We see it routinely on older installations in communities like Las Olas Isles and Harbor Beach. When we assess a bay or bow window, we inspect the support system as carefully as we inspect the glass, because a sagging window can’t be fixed by caulking. If your bay or bow window sags, binds, or shows gaps at the top corners, call (754) 354-3671 before the problem gets heavier and more expensive.
Repair vs. Replacement: What Actually Makes Sense
Not every bay or bow window problem requires a full replacement. Here’s how we think about it, and what we tell homeowners during the estimate:
Repair makes sense when: the support system is intact but flashing or sealant has failed; one insulated glass panel is fogged but the frame is sound; a sash mechanism is broken; or the roof cap needs replacement while the window itself is still serviceable. These repairs are targeted and cost far less than replacement.
Replacement makes sense when: the frame is rotted or corroded through; multiple glass panels have failed; the window no longer meets current impact requirements and you’re planning to stay in the home long-term; or the existing unit was never properly supported and the whole assembly has shifted. A bay or bow window that has moved structurally is rarely worth patching.
When we repair any window, the work carries a written guarantee. If that repair fails, the second visit is free. That’s how we’ve handled repair work since 2009, and we put it in writing every time.
The Threshold Standard: Who Comes to Your Door
Inviting someone into your home to replace a window is a trust decision before it’s a construction decision. We take that seriously because many of our customers are home alone during the day, or have young children in the house, or are older homeowners who have good reason to be cautious about strangers.
Here’s what we do differently, and we do it on every single visit:
- Background-checked. Every technician passes a background screen before they ever put on our uniform.
- Identity-verified. We confirm exactly who each person is, not just that they’ve never been arrested.
- Uniformed and photo-badged. Our technicians arrive in company uniform with visible identification.
- Pre-announced by name and photo. Before the technician arrives at your home, you receive their name and photo. You know who is coming before they knock.
- No unannounced swaps. The person we tell you is coming is the person who shows up. If a scheduling change ever occurred, you’d know about it before the truck leaves our shop.
This is the Threshold Standard, and it applies to every Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale estimate and installation. Spencer Odell, who leads our team, instituted this standard because he saw too many homeowners in Fort Lauderdale hesitant to open their doors to unknown contractors. We’d rather earn the knock.
FAQs – Bay & Bow Windows
How much does a bay window cost in Fort Lauderdale?
A bay window replacement in Fort Lauderdale typically costs between $2,800 and $7,200 installed, depending on whether you choose standard or impact-rated glass. New bay openings cut into an existing wall run higher, generally $6,000 to $12,000 or more. Your exact price depends on glass package, framing material, operable sashes, and the condition of the existing opening. Call (754) 354-3671 for an exact quote, free of charge.
Can you install impact-rated bay or bow windows in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes, we install impact-rated bay and bow windows from PGT and CGI, both Florida manufacturers whose products meet Miami-Dade and Broward County wind load requirements. Impact-rated glass adds roughly 40 to 70 percent to the price of standard glass, but it often reduces insurance premiums. We’ll quote both standard and impact packages so you can decide with real numbers.
How long does a bay or bow window installation take?
Most bay and bow window installations in Fort Lauderdale are completed in one to two days. A like-for-like replacement with a sound existing opening usually takes one full day. A new opening cut into a wall takes two to three days because it requires structural framing, support installation, drywall and stucco work, and finish trim. Your written estimate will include the expected timeline.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a bay or bow window?
Repair is cheaper when the problem is isolated, such as failed flashing, one fogged glass panel, or a broken sash mechanism. Replacement makes more sense when the frame is rotted, multiple panels have failed, or the support system has allowed the window to sag out of level. Every repair we do carries a written guarantee, and if the repair fails, the second visit is free. If you’re unsure which path makes sense, call (754) 354-3671 and we’ll assess it honestly.
Do you offer free estimates for bay and bow windows?
Yes. Every estimate is free, and you receive a written price before any work begins. We don’t do open-ended quotes or surprise change orders. The price you approve is the price you pay. Schedule yours by calling (754) 354-3671 any time, day or night.
Get a Free Estimate for Bay & Bow Windows in Fort Lauderdale
A bay or bow window changes how a room feels: more light, more space, more view. It’s also a significant structural project that deserves a contractor who gives you a written price, a named guarantee, and a technician you can identify before they knock. That’s how we work at Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale, and it’s been our standard since 2009.
Call (754) 354-3671 to schedule a free estimate. A live person answers 24/7. You’ll get a written price, a clear timeline, and the name and photo of the technician coming to your home, every single time.
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.