New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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
French & Double Doors in Lauderdale Lakes, FL | Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes
French & Double Doors bring wide, balanced openings to Lauderdale Lakes homes, connecting living rooms to patios, pools, and Florida rooms with full-lite glass pairs that swing rather than slide. In hurricane country, those lites need to be impact-rated, the frames need to hold, and the installation needs to respect the engineering that earned the Miami-Dade NOA. That’s where we come in. Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes measures, orders, and installs French & Double Doors across our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines, sized and finished for your exact opening. We’ve worked in Lauderdale Lakes long enough to know which orientations catch the afternoon sun, which backyards face the strongest wind exposure, and how Broward County permitting treats HVHZ door replacements. Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule your free on-site measurement and written quote.
Product Overview - French & Double Doors
Paired impact-rated French doors with laminated glass in every lite - symmetrical sightlines and multi-point locking hardware for interior-to-exterior openings. That’s the short version. Here’s what it means for your Lauderdale Lakes home.
Unlike sliding doors that disappear into a wall pocket, French doors create a deliberate architectural moment: two matching panels, equal width, often with divided-lite grids that echo traditional French casement windows. The impact-rated versions we install keep that look intact while meeting Florida’s most stringent hurricane codes. Every lite - every individual glass panel in the door - carries laminated impact glass with a PVB interlayer. If debris strikes, the glass cracks but stays in the frame, maintaining the pressure envelope that protects your home during a storm.
The symmetrical sightlines matter more than people realize. Unequal panel widths, mismatched stile widths, or offset hardware break the visual rhythm that makes French doors distinctive. We spec paired units from our manufacturer lines with matched dimensions, consistent grid patterns if selected, and hardware placement that lines up when both doors are closed. Multi-point locking hardware secures the active panel at the top, bottom, and center, engaging multiple keeps in the frame for structural integrity under wind load.
Architecturally, these doors suit openings where you want the floor plane to read continuously from inside to outside - breakfast rooms opening to covered loggias, master suites stepping to pool decks, formal living rooms facing landscaped courtyards. In Lauderdale Lakes, we see them specified heavily in Mediterranean-influenced homes, ranch renovations, and new construction where the builder wants to avoid the “all slider” look. The aluminum and vinyl frame options let us match either a crisp contemporary profile or a softer, more traditional sightline.
Before
AfterTechnical Specifications
- Frame materials: Aluminum (thermally broken options available) or Vinyl (welded-frame construction for thermal performance and clean corners)
- Maximum size: Up to 96″ wide for paired French door configurations
- Glass options:
- Laminated Impact Glass with PVB interlayer - standard for HVHZ compliance
- Low-E Insulated Glass - dual-pane with Low-E coating for solar heat gain control
- Tinted Glass - gray, bronze, or green tints for glare reduction and privacy
- Clear Glass - maximum visible light transmission where solar control is less critical
- Color / finish options: White, Almond, Bronze, Black, Tan - powder-coated on aluminum, integral color through vinyl
- Hardware: Multi-point locking systems with adjustable keeps; handle sets in matching or contrasting finishes
- Screen options: Retractable or fixed insect screens available per manufacturer line
- Sill options: Standard sill with weep system or ADA-compliant low-profile sill where floor transitions must be minimal
Hurricane & Compliance Performance
Laminated Impact Glass
The PVB (polyvinyl butyral) interlayer in every lite holds glass fragments in place after impact. Even if the outer lite shatters, the interlayer stretches and tears but doesn’t detach from the frame, preserving the pressure boundary that keeps wind and rain out of your Lauderdale Lakes home during a storm event.
Miami-Dade NOA & Florida Product Approval
Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance) and Florida Product Approval numbers are issued per specific configuration - frame material, size, glass make-up, and hardware set. We verify the NOA or FL Product Approval number on your quote matches your exact door specification, because a valid permit submittal requires it.
FBC / HVHZ Compliance
Every French & Double Door we install is engineered to Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. Lauderdale Lakes sits in Broward County, which enforces HVHZ standards for all exterior openings. We don’t substitute non-HVHZ product, even when it looks identical in a catalog.
TAS 201 / 202 / 203 Testing
HVHZ-rated products undergo the TAS protocol family: TAS 201 for large-missile impact resistance, TAS 202 for cyclic wind-pressure loading, and TAS 203 for forced-entry resistance. These tests simulate the debris strike, pressure cycling, and attempted breach conditions a door faces in South Florida storm exposure.
Design Pressure Matched to Your Wind Zone
Design pressures are matched to your specific wind zone, up to +/-100 PSF - never higher. We calculate the required DP based on your home’s exposure category, mean roof height, and proximity to open water, then specify a door configuration that meets or exceeds that rating without overselling you on performance you don’t need.
Energy Performance Options
Low-E insulated glass options are available across our manufacturer lines for energy performance. In Lauderdale Lakes, where summer cooling loads dominate, Low-E coatings with appropriate solar heat gain coefficients reduce the thermal burden on your HVAC system without sacrificing the visible clarity that makes French doors worth installing.
Color & Glass Options
Five finishes cover the architectural range we see in Lauderdale Lakes. White remains the default for coastal and ranch homes - it reflects heat, stays cleaner-looking longer, and matches the trim packages most builders specify. Almond softens the contrast with stucco in Mediterranean and Spanish-influenced homes where bright white feels too stark. Bronze and Black have surged in contemporary and transitional designs; Bronze reads warmer and pairs well with tan or gray stucco, while Black creates the crisp sightlines popular in modern farmhouses and minimalist renovations. Tan bridges traditional and neutral palettes, working with both beige stone and gray siding.
Glass selection depends on orientation and use. Laminated impact glass with PVB interlayer is non-negotiable for HVHZ compliance, but the second lite in an insulated unit can carry Low-E coating for solar control. We typically spec Low-E insulated glass on west-facing doors in Lauderdale Lakes, where afternoon sun pounds hardest. Tinted glass - gray or bronze - suits pool-facing openings where glare off water is a problem, or bedrooms where privacy matters. Clear glass maximizes light in north-facing or heavily shaded openings where solar gain isn’t a concern. We’ll walk your property and note each door’s exposure before recommending a glass package.
Installation by Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes in Lauderdale Lakes
A Miami-Dade NOA is only as good as the installation that follows it. We’ve seen doors with proper product approval fail in storms because the frame wasn’t shimmed square, the perimeter sealant skipped, or the fasteners undersized for the wind load. Our installation practice prevents that.
We start with a pre-install inspection: measure the rough opening for plumb, level, and square; check the substrate for rot, termite damage, or previous water intrusion; and confirm the specified door configuration matches the permit submittal. In Lauderdale Lakes, older homes sometimes have settled openings that need reframing before a 96″ wide unit will sit properly. We’d rather catch that in pre-install than discover it mid-job.
Setting the frame, we shim at structural points, check diagonal measurements for square, and verify the sill is level for proper drainage. Fastener type, spacing, and embedment depth follow the NOA and AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards - not “whatever’s in the truck.” We use AAMA 812 low-expansion foam perimeter sealant to fill the gap between frame and rough opening, creating a continuous air and water barrier that flexes with thermal expansion without pulling away from either surface.
After setting, we operate the door through full swing cycles, adjust the multi-point locking keeps for even engagement, and run a water test on the sill and jamb joints. Cleanup includes hauling the old door, vacuuming the track area, and leaving the hardware protected until final walkthrough.
Permitting awareness matters in Broward County. Lauderdale Lakes falls under HVHZ jurisdiction, so your permit application needs the specific Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval number for your exact configuration. We provide that documentation with your quote package, and we coordinate with your contractor or directly with the building department if we’re managing the permit. Improper installation voids the NOA-rated system’s protection - which is why we don’t subcontract this work to crews learning Florida code on your job.
Frequently Asked Questions - French & Double Doors
Design pressures are matched to your specific wind zone, up to +/-100 PSF - never higher. We calculate the required rating based on your Lauderdale Lakes home’s exposure, height, and proximity to open water, then specify a door configuration that meets or exceeds it. Call (754) 240-8381 for an exact specification - estimates are free.
Lead times vary by manufacturer line, frame material, and finish selection. Standard colors in aluminum typically move faster than custom vinyl welds or specialty hardware finishes. We confirm current production schedules when you approve your quote, and we coordinate delivery to avoid sitting on your jobsite. Call (754) 240-8381 to check current availability for your configuration.
Yes. Broward County requires Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation for all exterior door replacements in HVHZ zones, including Lauderdale Lakes. We provide the specific approval number for your exact door configuration with your quote package, formatted for direct submittal to the building department. Call (754) 240-8381 and we’ll confirm your permit documentation needs.
Maximum width for paired French doors is 96″, and configurations include equal-panel pairs, single-active with fixed panel, and various grid patterns within those lites. Height options and sidelite combinations vary by manufacturer line. We measure your rough opening and present configurations that fit without compromising the NOA-rated engineering. Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule a field measurement.
Aluminum frames need occasional washing with mild soap and water; avoid abrasive cleaners that damage powder-coat finishes. Vinyl frames clean similarly and don’t require painting. Lubricate the multi-point lock mechanism annually with a dry silicone spray, and keep the sill weep holes clear of debris so drainage functions during Florida downpours. If the door becomes difficult to latch, the frame may have shifted - call us to adjust before forcing the hardware. Call (754) 240-8381 if you need maintenance guidance or service.
Get a Quote - French & Double Doors in Lauderdale Lakes
Ready to open your Lauderdale Lakes home with impact-rated French doors that look right and hold up? We’ll measure your opening, confirm your wind zone and exposure, spec the right configuration from our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, or Mr-Glass lines, and deliver a written quote with the Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval number your permit requires. No pressure, no surprise add-ons - just a clear price for a properly installed door. Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule your free on-site measurement and get your project started.
Written by the team at Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes, serving Lauderdale Lakes, FL with impact window and door installation.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes
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.
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