New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach 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
PGT Window Replacement: The West Palm Beach Owner’s Guide
PGT window replacement in West Palm Beach typically runs $620 to $1,450 per window installed, depending on the series, glass package, and whether the frame needs full tear-out or the sash alone gets swapped. We stock PGT-compatible components and install replacement windows throughout Palm Beach County, usually completing a standard single-window swap in one visit. Most owners discover a failed PGT window the hard way: a room that won’t cool, a sill that weeps water after a hard rain, or a sash that suddenly takes two hands to lift. When that happens, the question isn’t whether to replace it. It’s which part failed, what it costs, and who fixes it without creating two new problems.
Here’s what you should know before anyone touches your window.
Key Takeaways
- Typical price: $620 to $1,450 per window installed in West Palm Beach
- What drives cost: PGT series, glass type, frame condition, and whether you need full replacement or sash-only
- We stock: PGT-compatible balances, rollers, locks, weatherstripping, and sash assemblies
- Warranty: covered in writing for 365 days; if it fails, we come back at no charge
- We are an independent provider, not affiliated with PGT, but we install and replace their products every week
Which PGT Models This Applies To
PGT builds several lines that end up in West Palm Beach homes, and the replacement path changes with the series. The WinGuard line is the heavyweight: impact-rated aluminum frames built for hurricane zones, with laminated glass that runs thicker and heavier than standard. The Spectrum series uses vinyl frames and shows up most often in newer construction where impact rating isn’t required on every opening. The ClassicVue line is PGT’s mid-tier aluminum product, common in condos and older single-family homes from the 1990s and early 2000s.
Identifying your window takes two minutes. Look at the spacer bar between the glass panes; PGT etches their name and the manufacturing date there. On WinGuard units, you’ll also find a small metal tag on the frame with the series code and glass make-up. That tag matters because WinGuard glass is not a one-size part. Laminated impact glass for a 36-by-60 WinGuard is cut and sealed at the factory, and no ‘close enough’ aftermarket pane will match the structural rating. We spec OEM PGT glass for WinGuard repairs and use OEM or PGT-approved equivalents for non-impact series, where the compatibility risk is lower and the savings are real. The key point: if your window carries a WinGuard label, aftermarket glass is not a shortcut. It’s a liability.
Signs Your PGT Window Replacement Is Failing
- Condensation between the panes. The insulated glass unit has lost its seal. Once moisture gets in, the argon or krypton gas escapes and the window’s thermal performance drops fast. This is the most common PGT failure in West Palm Beach humidity.
- Sash won’t stay up or slides too hard. PGT vinyl and aluminum lines use spring balances or block-and-tackle hardware inside the frame. In coastal air, the metal components corrode and bind, or the spring loses tension. This is a hardware replacement, not usually a full window replacement.
- Water on the interior sill after storms. Could be failed glazing, a worn sweep, or a frame seal that has pulled away. With West Palm Beach getting 60-plus inches of rain a year, a small seal gap turns into a drywall repair quickly.
- Visible frame warping or separation at the corners. Aluminum frames under direct sun and salt air will eventually fatigue. If the corner welds or screws show gaps, the frame itself is done and the window needs full replacement.
- A crack in impact glass that spreads over weeks. PGT laminated glass will hold together even when cracked, which is the point of impact rating. But that crack spreads, and once it crosses the pane, the window loses its structural rating. Replace it before the next hurricane watch.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
Here’s the honest price picture in West Palm Beach, based on what we quote and install:
| Job Type | Installed Price Range | Typical Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Sash-only replacement (non-impact PGT) | $620 to $900 | Same visit |
| Full window replacement, vinyl (Spectrum) | $750 to $1,100 | One day |
| Full window replacement, aluminum (ClassicVue) | $800 to $1,250 | One day |
| Impact-rated replacement (WinGuard) | $950 to $1,450 | One to two days |
Every quote includes the right part, removal of the old unit, installation, trim, sealant, and haul-away of the old sash or frame. We write the price on paper before any work starts, and that written price does not move at the door. If the replacement fails within 365 days, our crew returns and makes it right at no charge. That’s the guarantee we’ve run on since 2009.
DIY or Call Us?
There are things you can check safely, and then there are things that go wrong fast. You can inspect the weatherstripping, note where water is entering, and read the spacer-bar label to identify your PGT series. You can clean the track and confirm the lock engages. That’s useful information to have when you call.
What you should not do is remove a PGT impact window or attempt to replace the insulated glass unit yourself. WinGuard sashes weigh 60 to 90 pounds. The glass is laminated and under structural load. One wrong lift and you have a back injury, a shattered pane, or a window that no longer carries its wind rating, which is the entire reason it’s in your West Palm Beach house to begin with. We do this work with two technicians and the right glass-handling equipment. Call (728) 728-9381 and tell us what the spacer bar says. We’ll take it from there.
FAQs
Expect 15 to 25 years from PGT vinyl and aluminum windows in coastal South Florida, with the glass seal typically failing before the frame. Humidity and salt accelerate seal failure; if you’re seeing fog between the panes at year 12, that’s within normal range and the sash can usually be replaced without touching the frame. Call (728) 728-9381 for an exact assessment and written estimate.
Yes, in most hardware and seal cases, the repair is a sash or insulated glass unit replacement. But the repair only makes sense if the frame is still square and stable; a warped frame means replacing the entire unit. We’ll tell you which one applies to your window before we quote, not after.
A standard single-window replacement runs 45 minutes to two hours on site; impact WinGuard units can take a little longer due to weight and the need to re-secure frame anchors. Most jobs are done in one visit, and the written estimate gives you the install window before you commit.
We stock common PGT-compatible balances, rollers, locks, and weatherstripping on our trucks, and we source OEM PGT insulated glass units through authorized channels. WinGuard impact glass has a lead time of 7 to 14 days in most cases. We’ll let you know the lead time before you approve the estimate.
Written by Elliot Vance, Owner, Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach at Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach, serving West Palm Beach and nearby areas.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach
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.