Frequently Asked Questions - Windows & Doors in West Palm Beach, FL
Straight answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners across Palm Beach County, from cost and timeline to permits, brands, and warranties. If you don't see your question here, call (728) 728-9381 and ask us directly - we're glad to walk you through it.
Pricing & Cost FAQs
Window replacement in West Palm Beach typically runs between $550 and $1,400 per window installed, depending on size, frame material, glass package, and how much rot repair the opening needs. Standard single-hung and double-hung windows sit at the lower end, while impact-rated casements, large picture windows, and second-floor openings with stucco work land higher. Our process keeps the price honest: we measure, we show you written line-item pricing before any work starts, and that number doesn't move. Call (728) 728-9381 for a free estimate on your exact openings.
Impact windows in West Palm Beach generally cost $900 to $1,800 per window installed, with the higher end reflecting larger openings, heavier glass packages, and stucco or trim restoration. The price delta comes from the laminated glass, the stronger frame, and the hardware required to meet Florida building code. In neighborhoods like Westgate and Lake Worth, we regularly replace older builder-grade windows with code-compliant impact units. You'll get a fixed written price before any work begins. Call (728) 728-9381 and we'll measure for free.
A new entry door in West Palm Beach typically costs $1,200 to $4,200 installed, depending on material, glass inserts, sidelights, and whether the rough opening needs reframing. A simple steel or fiberglass door with no sidelights lands at the lower end. A full custom fiberglass or wood entry system with sidelights and a new threshold can push toward the top of that range. We quote in writing first so there's no door-side price adjustment. Call (728) 728-9381 for exact numbers on your door.
Sliding glass door replacement in West Palm Beach runs between $1,800 and $4,800 installed, with the spread driven by panel count, opening width, impact rating, and the condition of the existing track and framing. A standard two-panel slider in a bedroom or patio opening sits lower. A wide multi-panel slider or an impact-rated unit with laminated glass and a heavy frame runs higher. We price the job in writing before demolition starts. Call (728) 728-9381 to schedule a free measurement.
Window prices in West Palm Beach vary because of three things: the glass package, the frame material, and the condition of the existing opening. Impact-rated laminated glass adds real cost over standard annealed or tempered glass. Vinyl, aluminum, and fiberglass frames all price differently. And a window with rotted wood or failed stucco around it costs more to set right than a clean opening. A low quote that skips the rot repair or downgrades the glass is not comparing the same job. We show the line items so you can see exactly what you're paying for. Call (728) 728-9381 for a written quote that lays it all out.
For a rental in West Palm Beach, the most cost-effective route is typically a mid-grade vinyl single-hung or fixed window without impact glass, running roughly $550 to $800 per opening installed. That's the honest answer. But we'll tell you the tradeoff: non-impact windows in coastal South Florida mean you'll likely need shutters or panels for code compliance on certain elevations, and tenants won't get the storm-protection benefit. We install plenty of both and we'll price either path in writing. Call (728) 728-9381 to talk through what your property actually needs.
Service & Process FAQs
The process starts with a phone call to (728) 728-9381. We set a time to measure, inspect the openings, and talk through glass packages and frame options. Then you get a written, line-item price before any work is scheduled. Once you approve, we order, set an install date, and give you an arrival window we keep. On install day the old units come out, the new ones go in, the openings get sealed and trimmed, and the site gets cleaned up. The work is guaranteed in writing for a full year.
In most cases, yes. West Palm Beach and most Palm Beach County municipalities require a permit for window and door replacement, especially when the openings change size or when impact-rated products are being installed. The city wants to verify the work meets Florida building code, particularly wind-load requirements. Any reputable installer should pull the permit for you and arrange the inspection. Ask before signing. We handle the permit paperwork as part of the job so you don't have to navigate the city counter yourself. Call (728) 728-9381 with questions.
A typical full-home window replacement in West Palm Beach takes three to five days on site, plus two to six weeks for the windows to be manufactured after you approve the order. Impact-rated and custom-sized units take longest. A single window or a few openings can often be done in one day once the product arrives. The timeline varies with the size of the job, the glass package, and how many openings need rot or frame repair. We give you a written schedule with your written price. Call (728) 728-9381 to get the timeline for your specific home.
A standard front door installation in West Palm Beach takes one day, sometimes two if the rough opening needs reframing or we're adding sidelights. After the door is measured and ordered, you'll typically wait two to four weeks for the unit to arrive. On install day we remove the old door, square and seal the opening, set the new unit, and finish the trim. We clean up before we leave. Call (728) 728-9381 for a written estimate that includes the timeline.
No. The price we put in writing is the price you pay. We see what we're dealing with at the measuring appointment, not after the wall is opened. If we open a wall and find something genuinely hidden, we stop and talk to you before any change is made, and you approve any additional cost in writing. That's The Garrison Standard: the price in writing before the work starts, and no surprises after it begins. Call (728) 728-9381 to get your written quote.
Yes. Estimates are free for homeowners across West Palm Beach, Wellington, Royal Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, North Palm Beach, Lake Park, Lake Worth, Westgate, Palm Springs, and Greenacres. We come out, measure, inspect the openings, and put together a written line-item quote you can compare against any other bid. No charge, no obligation, no pressure. Call (728) 728-9381 to schedule yours.
Brands & Parts FAQs
We install and supply select product lines that meet our standards for South Florida wind loads and humidity, including CWS, ES Windows, and Mr-Glass among others. We don't carry every brand, and that's deliberate. The lines we offer are chosen because they hold up in our climate and they back their warranties. If you have a specific brand in mind, call us. We'll tell you honestly whether we work with it and, if not, what equivalent we'd recommend and why. Call (728) 728-9381 to talk through your options.
Impact windows are the window itself. The laminated glass and reinforced frame resist wind and flying debris without any additional protection. Shutters are a separate layer you deploy before a storm. In West Palm Beach, impact windows are the more common long-term choice because they're always there, they don't require anyone to be home to close them, and they typically lower wind-insurance costs. Shutters cost less up front but add a step to every storm. We can walk you through the numbers for your home. Call (728) 728-9381 for specifics.
For West Palm Beach, look for windows with a design pressure rating of DP 50 or higher, with many impact products rated DP 60 or beyond. DP is the window's ability to resist wind pressure and water intrusion, and Florida code sets minimums by zone. Coastal exposures need more than inland. Most impact windows sold for our market already meet or exceed code, but it's worth confirming on the product label. We'll spec the right rating for your home's exposure. Call (728) 728-9381 and we'll check your openings.
Often yes, especially with common builder models sold in West Palm Beach developments over the last twenty years. We can match the grid pattern, the frame color, and the general sightlines. Exact match depends on the original manufacturer and whether that line is still made. When an exact match isn't possible, we'll show you the closest options and be straight about the difference. We've handled plenty of partial replacements in Wellington and Royal Palm Beach where a single failed unit needed replacing. Call (728) 728-9381 to talk about your specific windows.
Licensing & Insurance FAQs
Every pro working under our name is required to hold the license and insurance their state requires. We operate as a local business that agreed to work to The Garrison Standard, and that standard includes doing the job by the book. When you're comparing window companies in West Palm Beach, ask each one to show proof of licensing and insurance before work begins. Legitimate companies won't hesitate. We're glad to provide proof when you schedule your estimate. Call (728) 728-9381 to get started.
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and Palm Beach County both maintain public license lookups online. You'll want to confirm the company holds a current license and carries liability insurance and workers' comp. Type the name in, check the status, and make sure there are no open complaints. Any reputable window installer should expect this and cooperate fully. We recommend every homeowner in West Palm Beach run the check before signing. Call (728) 728-9381 if you need help understanding what to look for.
Ask five questions: Are you licensed and insured, and can I see proof? Is the price in writing before work starts, and does it cover the whole job? Do you pull the permits? What's the warranty, and what does it cover? Who handles the install, your crew or someone else? The answers tell you most of what you need to know. We answer all of them plainly. If a company can't or won't, that's a signal to keep looking. Call (728) 728-9381 to ask us directly.
Emergency & Response FAQs
First, keep people and pets away from the broken glass and the opening. Clear the immediate area, then call us at (728) 728-9381. Our hours are Monday through Friday 7am to 7pm, and Sunday 7am to 7pm. We assess the damage, secure the opening, and get a replacement ordered. Don't attempt a full window replacement yourself on a broken opening, especially an impact unit. Shards, weather, and structural risk make this a job for trained hands. We'll get it handled properly.
We can help secure a broken or failed window or door and get a replacement moving. Call us at (728) 728-9381 during our business hours - Monday through Friday 7am to 7pm and Sunday 7am to 7pm - and describe what happened. We'll advise on the fastest safe path to get the opening secure and the replacement ordered. If you have a post-storm opening to manage, don't leave it exposed. Rain, pests, and heat all work against a house fast in Palm Beach County. Call us and we'll walk you through the steps.
Yes. Many homeowners in West Palm Beach replace windows specifically because their insurer requires impact-rated units or wind mitigation documentation as a condition of the policy. We can provide the product documentation and coordinate with your insurance process to make sure the work is recorded correctly. If you're replacing windows to improve your wind mitigation inspection, tell us up front. We'll spec the right products and make sure the paperwork lines up. Call (728) 728-9381 to talk through what your insurance company is asking for.
Warranty & Guarantees FAQs
Our work is guaranteed in writing for a full year under The Garrison Standard. If the installation fails within that time, we come back and make it right at no charge. Manufacturer warranties on the products themselves are separate, vary by brand and line, and we'll walk you through the coverage on the specific products you're considering before you buy. The point of the written guarantee is simple: the work should hold up, and if it doesn't, you shouldn't pay twice to fix it. Call (728) 728-9381 with any questions.
In most cases, yes, when you're replacing old standard windows with code-compliant impact-rated units. Florida insurers apply significant wind mitigation credits for impact windows, and the savings can be substantial. The amount depends on your carrier, your location in Palm Beach County, and your current wind mitigation inspection. We can't quote your insurance savings specifically, but we can provide the product documentation your agent needs to price it. Call (728) 728-9381 and we'll make sure you get the right paperwork.
Written by Elliot Vance, Owner at Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach, serving West Palm Beach and the surrounding Palm Beach County communities since our branch opened.
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