New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Juniper 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
Therma-Tru Window Installation: The Fort Lauderdale Owner’s Guide
Therma-Tru window installation in Fort Lauderdale typically runs $850 to $2,400 per window installed, depending on whether you have a standard retrofit or a full-frame replacement with impact-rated glass. We stock Therma-Tru-compatible hardware, weatherstripping, balances, and sash components on our trucks, so most jobs wrap up in a single visit. Here’s the thing most owners don’t realize until they’re living it: a Therma-Tru window rarely “fails” all at once. It starts as a sash that won’t stay up, condensation collecting between the panes, or a frame corner that feels warm against the air conditioner. By the time you notice, the seal has usually been compromised for months, and Fort Lauderdale’s humidity and salt air have been doing the quiet work inside the frame. That slow failure is exactly why matching the right replacement part to your specific Therma-Tru series matters more than most people expect.
Which Therma-Tru Models This Applies To
Therma-Tru makes more than doors, and their window lines show up in a lot of Fort Lauderdale homes built or renovated between roughly 1998 and 2015. The compatibility gotcha with Therma-Tru windows is that the brand used three distinct hardware generations over that span. The L-Series and E-Series sashes from the early 2000s use a different balance shoe and pivot bar than the later Essential and Signature lines. Swap in the wrong balance, and the sash will bind or drop. We identify the right part two ways: the etched code on the spacer bar between the glass panes, and the profile shape of the balance channel. If the label’s faded or painted over, we measure the sash thickness and the channel slot width, because a 3/8-inch channel and a 1/2-inch channel are not interchangeable. For Fort Lauderdale homeowners, we recommend OEM Therma-Tru hardware when it’s still available. For discontinued series, we carry quality aftermarket equivalents that are dimensionally identical and hold up to the same coastal conditions. We’re an independent service provider, not affiliated with Therma-Tru, so we’re free to tell you when an aftermarket part is genuinely the better call rather than the only call.
Signs Your Therma-Tru Window Installation Is Failing
- Sash won’t stay up or slides shut on its own. The balance system has lost tension. On Therma-Tru units from the early 2000s, this is usually a worn balance shoe; on newer models, it’s often a failed coil spring inside the channel.
- Condensation or haze between the glass panes. The insulated glass unit’s seal has failed, and once that happens the argon or krypton fill is gone. In Fort Lauderdale’s humidity, this shows up faster than it does inland, and no amount of wiping fixes it.
- You can feel air moving around the sash on a windy day. Weatherstripping has compressed or torn. Therma-Tru’s older bulb seals flatten out after a few South Florida summers and stop springing back.
- The crank or handle turns but nothing engages. The operator gear has stripped, or the torque bar has snapped. This one usually shows up after years of salt-air corrosion working on the hardware.
- Water stains on drywall below the window after heavy rain. The frame flashing or sill gasket has given way. By the time you see the stain inside, water has been tracking through the rough opening for a while.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
| Therma-Tru Repair Type | Typical Installed Price in Fort Lauderdale |
|---|---|
| Balance replacement (single sash) | $160 – $320 |
| Weatherstripping replacement (full window) | $180 – $380 |
| Insulated glass unit replacement | $340 – $700 |
| Hardware replacement (crank, lock, hinge) | $150 – $350 |
| Full-frame window replacement (impact-rated) | $1,200 – $2,400 |
The range comes down to three things: which Therma-Tru series you have, whether the part is still in active production, and whether the frame itself is still sound. We write every price down before work starts, so you know the parts cost and the labor cost as separate line items. No surprises when the invoice arrives. Every installation we do is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work isn’t right, we make it right, for a full year, parts and labor, in writing. Sean Mackey put that policy in place because he got tired of hearing about contractors who disappear the week after a window stops opening. That’s not how we run jobs in Fort Lauderdale.
DIY or Call Us?
There’s a real line between what’s worth your Saturday and what isn’t. You can safely check the weatherstripping yourself: run a finger along the seal and see if it’s flattened or brittle. You can check for cracked caulk on the exterior frame. You can pop the sash out on most Therma-Tru double-hungs and look at the balance shoe. What you shouldn’t do is try to replace a balance spring or tension a new one without the right tools. A coil spring under tension can unload fast and take off a fingertip. Same goes for pulling an insulated glass unit out of a rotted frame corner. If the frame is soft, the glass isn’t stable, and that’s not a weekend job. If you’d rather not roll those dice, call (754) 354-1396 and we’ll send a technician who knows exactly which Therma-Tru part your window needs before they even put the truck in drive.
FAQs
Most Therma-Tru windows in our climate last 12 to 20 years before the seals or hardware start going, with coastal homes closer to the bottom of that range because of salt air. A quality installation with proper flashing can add years, while poor flashing can cut the frame’s life in half. Call (754) 354-1396 for a free assessment of how your specific windows are holding up.
Yes, in most cases. Balances, weatherstripping, hardware, and glass units can all be repaired or replaced without a full window swap, as long as the frame itself is still sound. We’ll tell you honestly if the frame is past saving, because patching a rotted frame is throwing good money after bad. Estimates are free.
A single window repair or part replacement typically runs 90 minutes to 2 hours once we’re on site. A full-frame replacement takes closer to 3 or 4 hours per window depending on how much trim work is involved. Call (754) 354-1396 for an exact quote, and you’ll get a written price before anything starts.
Our trucks carry the most common Therma-Tru balances, shoes, weatherstripping profiles, and hardware for Fort Lauderdale homes. Specialized parts like a specific insulated glass unit with matching coating may take a few days to source, and we’ll give you that timeline up front before you commit to anything.
Written by Sean Mackey, Owner, Juniper Windows & Doors – Fort Lauderdale at Juniper Windows Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale and nearby areas.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Juniper 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.