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
CGI Window Installation: The Fort Lauderdale Owner’s Guide
CGI window installation in Fort Lauderdale typically runs $850 to $2,400 per opening when a full-frame replacement is required, with retrofits landing between $450 and $950. We stock CGI-compatible mounting hardware, anchoring clips, and perimeter sealant systems on our trucks, so most installations are completed the same day we arrive. The call usually starts the same way: a homeowner notices water staining around the frame, a gap at the sill, or a window that suddenly binds when they try to open it. By the time Fort Lauderdale’s salt air and summer storms have done their work, the window itself may be fine while the installation around it has quietly failed.
Which CGI Models This Applies To
Our Fort Lauderdale installation work covers CGI’s full residential impact line: the Sentinel series, Estate Collection, and the heavy-duty Tropic line often specified on waterfront homes. Older CGI models from the early 2000s, like the original 9000 series, use a narrower mounting flange than today’s products, which means the rough opening almost always needs new anchor point locations rather than a simple swap. The fastest way to identify your window is to check the aluminum frame near the lower corner for a white CGI sticker with a serial number; if that’s gone, measure the visible glass width and the frame depth at the sill. On OEM versus aftermarket for CGI specifically: OEM CGI trim clips and interlock extrusions are extruded to tighter tolerances, and we default to them on anything load-bearing. Aftermarket sealant and foam backer rod are functionally identical and cost less, so we use those without hesitation.
Signs Your CGI Window Installation Is Failing
- Water pooling on the interior sill after rain. The perimeter seal has separated from the concrete or wood buck, often at the bottom corners where Fort Lauderdale’s driving rain hits hardest.
- Visible daylight through the frame edge. The shims have settled or the original installer skipped the backer rod, leaving a direct channel for air and insects.
- Window binds or requires force to operate. The frame has shifted out of square, usually because the rough opening in an older Broward County block home was never properly squared before the original install.
- Caulk pulling away in long rubbery strips. Someone used a cheap latex caulk on an impact window that flexes under wind load; impact-rated assemblies need a high-movement polyurethane sealant that’s rated for coastal Florida.
- Fogging between the glass panes. The insulated glass unit’s seal has failed, and while the window is still structurally sound, the only fix is a new IGU, which we handle as part of a broader installation service.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
| Scope | Fort Lauderdale Price Range |
|---|---|
| Retrofit: new window into existing frame | $450 – $950 per opening |
| Full-frame removal and new CGI install | $850 – $2,400 per opening |
| Perimeter reseal only, no window replacement | $300 – $700 per opening |
| IGU replacement for fogged CGI window | $400 – $900 per window |
What drives the range: whether the existing buck is intact, how far the frame has settled, and whether the opening needs re-squared with new pressure-treated lumber. Every quote is a written line-item price delivered before any work starts. Parts and labor are listed separately, and the labor carries a written guarantee. If our installation fails within 365 days, Spencer Odell’s crew comes back and makes it right under the 365-Day Done Right Promise, no argument needed.
DIY or Call Us?
You can safely check a few things yourself: press firmly on the frame corners to feel for movement, inspect the interior caulk line for cracks, and note whether the window operates smoothly. What you should not do is pull the trim and attempt to re-anchor an impact window yourself. CGI windows are heavy, often weighing over 100 pounds for a standard opening, and a mis-set anchor means the window won’t perform in the storm it was bought for. Re-setting a window in a concrete buck requires a hammer drill, proper lag shields, and experience reading how Broward County block homes shift over time. Call (754) 354-3671 and we’ll look at it.
FAQs
A properly installed CGI impact window in Fort Lauderdale will last 25 to 30 years before the frame or IGU needs replacement. The installation perimeter, however, typically needs re-sealing every 8 to 10 years because coastal salt and UV break down even the best polyurethane. Call (754) 354-3671 if you’re seeing gaps or water, and we’ll give you an honest assessment.
Yes, in most cases. If the frame is square and the anchors are solid, we can replace the IGU, the balance system, or the perimeter seal without a full reinstallation. We only recommend a complete reinstall when the frame has shifted out of square or water damage has compromised the buck. Estimates are free, so you’ll know for certain before committing.
Most installations are completed in one to two hours per window, with a full day for three to five windows. We schedule a return visit for interior trim and finish work, so you’re never left with exposed framing. Call (754) 354-3671 to get a written timeline with your quote.
We keep CGI-compatible mounting clips, anchoring lag shields, high-movement polyurethane sealant, and backer rod on every Fort Lauderdale truck. For OEM CGI-specific trim and interlock extrusions, we order directly from the manufacturer with a typical three-to-five-day turnaround. We also stock parts for PGT, CWS, and ES Windows if you have a mixed installation.
Written by Spencer Odell, Owner, Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale at Hale Windows Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale and nearby areas.
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.