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
CGI Window Installation: The Fort Lauderdale Owner’s Guide
CGI window installation in Fort Lauderdale typically runs $850 to $2,600 per opening when we supply the window and handle the full replacement, and most single-window swaps are done in a day. If you’re standing in front of a CGI window with a cracked frame, fogged glass, or a sash that won’t seal after a storm, you probably found this page because you’re trying to figure out whether the whole unit needs to come out or just a part. Usually, the failure shows up as drafts around the edges, water staining below the frame, or glass that sweats between the panes in the morning humidity. We stock CGI-specific hardware, weatherstripping, and full replacement units for most of the product lines installed across Broward County over the last two decades.
The short version: if your CGI window is leaking air or water, the frame or seal is compromised, and Fort Lauderdale’s salt air and 70 mph summer storms will find that weakness fast. Call (754) 354-1396 and we’ll tell you over the phone whether it’s a part we can swap that afternoon or a full unit we need to order.
Which CGI Models This Applies To
CGI has been a Florida impact-window staple since the 1990s, and the product line has changed more than most homeowners realize. The big compatibility gotcha we run into constantly in Fort Lauderdale: CGI’s older Sentinels series (pre-2015) used a different frame depth and balance shoe than the current Estate Collection and Targa series, and the hardware does not interchange. If your window has a silver CGI sticker in the upper track with a long serial number starting with “SEN” or “TAR,” that’s your series identifier. We can match parts by that label, but if it’s been painted over or peeled off, we measure the frame pocket and the glass thickness to reverse-engineer the build.
Juniper Windows Fort Lauderdale is an independent service provider, not affiliated with CGI. We buy OEM parts from CGI distributors and stock a rotation of quality aftermarket equivalents for common wear items: balance shoes, locking mechanisms, weatherstripping, and screen clips. For structural components like sashes, laminated glass packs, or frame corners, we use OEM only. On any job, we’ll tell you upfront if the part is OEM or equivalent, and the price difference is in writing before we touch the window.
Signs Your CGI Window Installation Is Failing
- Water stains or peeling paint on the drywall below the window. This is almost always a failed frame seal or a clogged weep system. Salt air from the Atlantic accelerates sealant breakdown in Fort Lauderdale about twice as fast as inland Florida. We see it on windows as young as eight years old.
- Condensation or fog trapped between the two panes of glass. That’s a blown insulated glass unit. The desiccant has saturated and the seal is gone. The glass pack can be replaced without pulling the whole frame, and we stock the right thickness for most current CGI lines.
- The sash is hard to lift or drops suddenly when you let go. Balance shoe failure. CGI balance shoes crack over time from UV exposure and the constant humidity cycles. A new set of balances is one of the cheaper fixes, around $90 to $160 installed per window if nothing else is damaged.
- You can see daylight or feel air moving around the window edges on a breezy day. Worn weatherstripping or a frame that’s shifted out of square from settling. Either lets conditioned air out and Fort Lauderdale’s July humidity in. Your electric bill notices before you do.
- The window rattles when you walk past or when a truck goes by. Frame gaskets are compressed and no longer holding tension. Impact-rated windows are tested as a system; a rattling sash means that system isn’t performing to spec anymore. If a storm comes, that window is now the weak point in your house.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
Here’s what CGI window installation costs in Fort Lauderdale, installed by us, with written pricing before any work starts:
| Job Type | Installed Price Range |
|---|---|
| Single CGI window replacement (standard size, Estate Collection or comparable) | $850 – $1,400 |
| Single CGI window replacement (oversized, custom, or second-story) | $1,500 – $2,600 |
| Insulated glass pack replacement (seal failure only, frame is still solid) | $350 – $600 |
| Weatherstripping and balance replacement (full restore on one window) | $180 – $320 |
| Full-house CGI replacement (10+ windows, typically 2 – 3 days) | $12,000 – $24,000 |
Every price includes the part, labor, haul-away of the old unit, and a written workmanship warranty under our 365-Day Done Right Promise. If something fails in the first year, we come back and fix it, no charge, no debate. What drives the range: window size, whether the frame is a standard pocket-fit or needs a full tear-out, second-story ladder work, and whether your HOA or the City of Fort Lauderdale requires permit drawings. In historic districts like Sailboat Bend, additional review can add a week to the schedule.
DIY or Call Us?
Here’s the honest split. You can safely identify the problem yourself. Clean the track, check the weep holes along the bottom of the frame, and note whether the failure is glass fog, a stiff sash, or air around the edges. That information saves us a diagnostic trip and gets your quote faster.
What you should not do is pull a CGI window frame yourself. Impact-rated units are heavy, frequently 80 to 120 pounds for a standard bedroom window, and they’re set in structural sealant. Improper removal cracks stucco, bends the frame, and voids whatever warranty remains. We had a homeowner in Coral Ridge last spring try to save labor by tearing out his own window; the final repair bill was $900 more than the original quote because the buck framing got destroyed in the process. The labor cost is the cheapest insurance you’ll buy on this job. Call (754) 354-1396 and we’ll get you a written price, usually within 24 hours.
FAQs
CGI windows in South Florida typically last 20 to 30 years as a complete system, but the components in them do not. Weatherstripping needs replacement every 7 to 10 years, balances every 10 to 15, and insulated glass seals fail unpredictably anywhere from year 8 onward. If I wouldn’t put it on my own house, I’m not recommending it for yours.
Yes, for most of the components. A blown glass pack, failed weatherstripping, broken balance shoes, or a worn locking mechanism can all be replaced without pulling the frame. The frame itself is the part that can’t reasonably be repaired once it’s cracked, warped, or leaking at the miter joints. Call (754) 354-1396 and we’ll tell you over the phone which category your window falls into.
A standard single-window replacement takes one visit, typically 3 to 5 hours from setup to cleanup. If the window is a custom size that needs a few weeks to order, you’ll know the exact schedule before you sign anything. Our booking system uses The Relay Standard: live arrival time, before-and-after photos, and a digital invoice.
We stock the most common CGI wear items on our trucks: balance shoes, locking mechanisms, weatherstripping, screen clips, and a selection of standard glass packs. If your unit is a custom size or older Sentinels-series frame, we’re typically 5 to 10 business days out on OEM parts. We’ll tell you at the estimate which one applies.
Ready to Get It Fixed?
If you’ve got a CGI window in Fort Lauderdale that’s fogging up, leaking air, or just not closing like it used to, call (754) 354-1396 for a free estimate. We’ll give you a written price before any work starts, and we’ll do the job right the first time or come back and make it right for a year after installation. Sean Mackey and the crew at Juniper Windows Fort Lauderdale have been working on impact windows from Las Olas to Victoria Park for years, and we stock parts for PGT, CWS, and ES Windows as well. A real person answers the phone, any hour, and you’ll get a straight answer on whether it’s a $180 fix or a full replacement.
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.