MULTI-SLIDE DOORS
BALCONY & PATIO SLIDERS
Impact Sliding Glass Doors
Heavy-gauge aluminum multi-slide panels with tandem stainless rollers and water-rated sill risers.
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IMPACT GLAZING • DIV 08
FL CGC1517295 • CCC1329271
Impact Window Replacement in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Replacing old windows with impact-rated systems is one of the best upgrades a Florida homeowner can make. We handle replacement projects from measure to final inspection.
Miami-Dade NOA
Large Missile Impact
HVHZ Certified
+/- 100 PSF Design Pressure
100% In-House Crews
Dual-Licensed Quality
FL STATE LICENSED
CGC1517295 • CCC1329271
100%
In-House Crews • Zero Brokers
HURRICANE IMPACT GLAZING • FIELD EXPERTISE
Impact Replacements That Pay You Back
Impact window replacement in Fort Lauderdale is one of the most consequential home improvement projects available to South Florida property owners — replacing aging, non-impact windows with hurricane-rated, energy-efficient impact glass that protects the home, lowers insurance premiums, reduces energy bills, and eliminates the pre-storm shutter installation routine that non-impact homes require. In Fort Lauderdale's current real estate and insurance market, non-impact windows are increasingly a financial liability — driving up insurance costs, reducing property appeal, and leaving the building vulnerable during the storms that South Florida's climate reliably delivers. At Planet Construction FL, we replace non-impact windows throughout Broward County with code-compliant impact products that solve all of these problems at once.
Structural Masonry Anchoring
Engineered sub-buck installation with 5/16" stainless Tapcon masonry anchors meeting high-pressure wind envelopes.
Laminated PVB & SentryGlas
Multi-layer impact glass resistant to 9-lb 2x4 projectile strikes at 50 feet per second (Large Missile D).
Dual-Licensed Permitting & Execution
General Contractor (CGC1517295) and Roofing Contractor (CCC1329271) single-source warranty accountability.
Storm Hazard Reality • Envelope Breaches
Old Windows Cost You Money Every Month
Pre-impact and worn-out windows leak conditioned air, let in heat, fail hurricane requirements, and cost you on insurance premiums every year. The longer you wait to replace them, the more you pay in energy bills, premiums, and storm risk.
Mandatory Building Department Benchmark • FBC Standards
Engineered Protocol • Quality Assurance
Full Replacement With Permits and Inspections
We measure your existing openings, recommend impact systems matched to your home and budget, and replace each window with proper bucking, anchoring, flashing, and sealing. Every replacement is permitted and inspected, and we provide documentation for your insurance discount. The result is windows that protect, perform, and pay you back.
Fully permitted with signed & sealed engineering calculations
COMMERCIAL • MULTI-FAMILY • RESIDENTIAL
When to Replace Your Windows in Fort Lauderdale
Several clear signals tell Fort Lauderdale homeowners that window replacement has moved from elective to necessary. Non-impact windows in a building that must be covered with storm panels or shutters before every storm — particularly on properties where the homeowner is frequently absent — are the most urgent replacement case. Windows more than 20–25 years old showing seal failures (foggy glass between panes, condensation in the glass unit), operational problems (difficult to open or close, broken balance systems), or significant weatherstripping deterioration have reached their practical end of life. Windows with aluminum frames that have corroded heavily in Fort Lauderdale's salt air environment, or windows where the sealant and putty at the frame perimeter is cracked and failing, are allowing both air infiltration and water infiltration that replacement will eliminate. Insurance company requirements — increasingly, Fort Lauderdale insurers are requiring impact windows for new or renewed policies — are creating a direct financial incentive for replacement that didn't exist as recently as 5 years ago.
MULTI-SLIDE DOORS
IMPACT WINDOWS
SINGLE-HUNG & CASEMENT
Hurricane Impact Windows
Energy-efficient Low-E insulated glass packages with argon fill, heavy sashes, and stainless multipoint hardware.
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ARCHITECTURAL DOORS
FRENCH & PIVOT DOORS
Luxury Impact Entry Systems
Custom oversized impact entrance systems combining high security, three-point deadbolts, and designer finishes.
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COMMERCIAL GLAZING
COMMERCIAL STOREFRONT
Commercial Storefront & Glass
Thermally broken heavy-gauge commercial framing, panic hardware, and impact glass for retail and plazas.
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STORM SHUTTERS
EXTERIOR PROTECTION
Accordion & Motorized Shutters
Extruded aluminum curved blades, keyed center locks, and Somfy motorized roll-down systems for wide lanais.
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GARAGE DOORS
WIND-CODE ENFORCED
Hurricane Impact Garage Doors
Reinforced steel strut backings, heavy-duty commercial track assemblies, and insulated quiet openers.
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Regulatory Code Standards • FBC & Miami-Dade NOA
Benefits of Impact Window Replacement
Impact window replacement in Fort Lauderdale delivers a cluster of benefits that justify the investment from multiple directions simultaneously. Hurricane protection is the headline benefit — laminated impact glass that holds together even when shattered by hurricane-force debris, providing the code-compliant opening protection that Fort Lauderdale's building regulations require. Insurance savings from wind mitigation credits typically reduce the windstorm premium component by 15–30%, producing annual savings of $500–$2,500 for Fort Lauderdale homeowners depending on the property's insurance profile. Energy savings from Low-E glass and improved weatherstripping reduce solar heat gain and air conditioning loads, lowering monthly utility bills. Noise reduction from the laminated glass — which has inherently better acoustic performance than standard single glass — creates a quieter interior environment relative to Fort Lauderdale's traffic and ambient noise. And the immediate elimination of the pre-storm shutter installation routine is a quality-of-life improvement that Fort Lauderdale homeowners consistently describe as one of the most appreciated benefits of the upgrade.
Licensed CGC1517295 • CCC1329271 Execution
Full Permit Coordination & Building Inspection Sign-Offs
Glazing Verification Criteria
DESIGN PRESSURE SPECIFICATION
Up to +/- 100 PSF Wind Load
Calibrated structural calculations for exposure category and building height.
IMPACT CERTIFICATION
ASTM E1886 & E1996 Large Missile
Passes repeated missile strike and 9,000 cyclical positive/negative wind cycles.
ENERGY & THERMAL PERFORMANCE
Energy Star & Low-E Coating
Substantial solar heat gain reduction and significant annual FPL power savings.
FIELD APPLICATION SPECIFICATIONS
The Replacement Process — What to Expect
Impact window replacement at Planet Construction FL follows a structured process that takes the uncertainty out of a major home improvement project. We begin with a complete home measurement — every window and door opening measured precisely for product ordering. Product selection follows — window type, frame material, glass specification, color, and hardware — using the SEO data and our knowledge of which products perform best in Fort Lauderdale's specific conditions. Permit application is submitted with the required NOA documentation for all specified products. Products are ordered after permit approval — typically a 3–6 week fabrication and delivery lead time for custom-sized impact windows. Installation begins with careful removal of existing windows to protect surrounding finishes, followed by new window installation and waterproofing of all frame perimeters. Building department inspection is scheduled and completed. We clean up all installation debris and provide the project documentation package for wind mitigation credit application.
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Precision laser opening measurements, wind pressure calculations, and city permit package submittal.
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Sub-buck inspection, rot replacement with pressure-treated lumber, and liquid waterproof sill flashing.
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Setting heavy-gauge aluminum frames plumb, leveling sills, and securing Tapcons into concrete block.
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Tooling continuous polyurethane perimeter expansion joints and passing final municipal building inspection.
Asset Managers • HOA Boards
Cost, Financing & ROI
Impact window replacement in Fort Lauderdale is a significant investment — whole-home projects typically range from $12,000 to $40,000 depending on the home's size, window count, and the product line specified. The ROI is measured across multiple value streams: insurance premium savings ($500–$2,500 annually), energy savings ($600–$2,000 annually), and property value enhancement that Fort Lauderdale's real estate market consistently assigns to impact-protected homes. Financing programs through Planet Construction FL make the investment accessible — spreading the cost over 5–10 years of monthly payments that are often partially offset by the immediate insurance and energy savings the installation produces. We provide a detailed financial comparison at the estimate stage for every project.
Multi-Unit Program Support
Phased window installation schedules, resident notifications, HOA board architectural review submittals, and clean master permitting.
HOA Architectural Board Presentations & Color Match Submittals
100% Financing & PACE Capital Programs for Qualified Properties
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Direct Qualifier CGC1517295 • No Obligation Glazing Review
RECENT REGIONAL PERFORMANCE • VERIFIED SITES
Documented Impact Glazing Projects • South Florida Portfolio
Engineering-compliant impact windows, sliding glass door retrofits, and commercial storefront assemblies across Broward and Palm Beach counties.
WESTON • LUXURY RESIDENTIAL
Weston Luxury French Door Retrofit
Custom bronze anodized French patio impact doors with multi-point locking and laminated Low-E energy glass.
FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH • CONDOMINIUM
Oceanfront High-Rise Impact Glazing
Turnkey replacement of 120 sliding glass balcony doors and casement windows engineered for high-altitude wind loads.
POMPANO BEACH • COMMERCIAL PLAZA
Retail Storefront Impact Curtain Wall
Commercial storefront aluminum framing with impact-rated laminate safety glass and commercial ADA entry doors.
FIELD EXPERTISE • CLARITY FOR OWNERS & BOARDS
Frequently Asked Questions • Impact Windows & Doors
Direct answers on NOA ratings, insurance premium reductions, installation lead times, and financing options in South Florida.
How long does whole-home impact window replacement take?
Installation of a typical Fort Lauderdale home with 12–20 windows takes 2–4 days for the physical installation work. The full project timeline from contract to installation completion — including permit approval and product fabrication — is typically 8–14 weeks. We provide a project schedule at the time of contract so the timeline is clearly understood from the start.
Will new impact windows match my existing windows?
In most Fort Lauderdale homes, the entire window complement is replaced at once, so aesthetic matching of individual windows is not a concern — all windows will be the new product. Where phased replacement is planned — replacing some windows now and others later — we document the product specifications for the initial installation so future phases can match exactly. Frame color matching is straightforward — all major manufacturers offer white, bronze, and dark bronze finishes that represent the most common Fort Lauderdale window colors.
Can impact windows replace all my hurricane protection needs?
Impact windows and doors that cover all openings — including the garage door — provide code-compliant hurricane protection without any supplemental shutters. If even one opening remains non-impact (a non-rated garage door, for example), the wind mitigation insurance credit may be affected because the requirements typically require all openings to be compliant. We review every opening in the home to confirm complete coverage as part of the replacement project scope.
How do I start the impact window replacement process?
The process starts with our free in-home estimate — we measure every opening, discuss product options for your home's specific requirements, and provide a detailed written proposal with product specifications and costs. There is no obligation to proceed, and the estimate visit typically takes 45–75 minutes for a typical Fort Lauderdale home. Schedule your estimate through our website or by calling our office, and we'll confirm an appointment within 48 hours.
IMPACT GLAZING ESTIMATE • DIRECT RESPONSE
Get Your Impact Window Replacement in Fort Lauderdale, FL Quote & Consultation
Request on-site laser measurements, product sample demonstrations, or line-item quotes for your building. Fully permitted under CGC1517295.
Direct consultation with Licensed Qualifier John Kraja
Dual State Licensed: CGC1517295 (General) • CCC1329271 (Roofing)
Zero Subcontractor Hand-offs • Certified Factory Glazing Installers