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
CWS Door Installation: The Lauderdale Lakes Owner’s Guide
CWS door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically runs $1,800-$4,200 for a standard single entry unit, depending on whether it’s a direct replacement or a retrofit into an older aluminum frame. We stock CWS-compatible hardware, hinges, and weatherseal kits on our trucks, and most installs are completed in one working day once the measured survey is signed off. Most Lauderdale Lakes owners discover their CWS door is failing when the bottom sweep starts dragging, the multipoint lock won’t throw in humid weather, or they notice daylight between the frame and the jamb after a storm season.
Which CWS Models This Applies To
CWS Window Systems manufactures several door lines that have been installed across South Florida since the early 2000s. The most common we encounter in Lauderdale Lakes are the CWS 6500 Series impact-rated entry door, the CWS 5400 Series non-impact vinyl patio door, and the CWS 7500 Series thermally broken aluminum door. Each uses a distinct frame depth and hinge prep pattern.
To identify your CWS model, check the etched marking on the glass corner or the paper label inside the frame head. The 6500 Series carries a 2-1/4″ frame depth with a square-edge profile; the 7500 Series runs 3″ deep with a beveled exterior leg. Mixing hardware between these two is the most common compatibility error we see in the field. The 5400 patio door uses a proprietary tandem roller that looks generic but isn’t: the axle spacing is 11/16″, not the standard 3/4″ found on PGT and CGI rollers.
We source OEM CWS hardware where the part is still in production. For discontinued series, we specify quality aftermarket equivalents that match the original performance spec, not just the dimensions. The difference matters for impact-rated units: a non-listed hinge replacement voids the opening’s HVHZ certification, which your insurer can check.
Before
AfterSigns Your CWS Door Installation Is Failing
- The door sticks in the frame during summer months. South Florida’s humidity swells the jamb slightly, but if the door binds consistently above 75% relative humidity, the frame is likely out of square or the hinges have settled. We measure diagonals to 1/16″ to confirm.
- Water pools on the interior sill after moderate rain. CWS doors rely on a three-stage weep system in the sill track. When the weep holes clog with pollen and salt residue, or when the end dam seal degrades, water backs up into the track and overflows. This is routine maintenance, but left unaddressed it rots the subfloor.
- The multipoint lock handle turns but the bolts don’t extend. The gearbox inside the mortise lock has stripped, usually from forcing the handle when the door is warped or the keep is misaligned. Continuing to operate it damages the faceplate and the striker.
- Daylight visible at the hinge-side jamb. The compression weatherseal has lost its memory, or the hinge screws have backed out of the framing stud. In Lauderdale Lakes, we see this often on east-facing doors where morning sun and salt air accelerate seal degradation.
- The glass fogs between the panes. The insulated glass unit (IGU) has lost its argon fill and the desiccant is saturated. For CWS impact-rated doors, the IGU is field-replaceable, but the sash must come out to do it properly. This is not a sealant-and-hope repair.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
| Scope | Price Range in Lauderdale Lakes |
|---|---|
| CWS entry door, direct replacement (same size, no frame modification) | $1,800 - $2,800 |
| CWS entry door, retrofit into existing aluminum frame | $2,400 - $3,600 |
| CWS patio door, standard 6’0″ x 6’8″ sliding unit | $2,800 - $4,200 |
| IGU replacement in existing CWS sash | $340 - $580 |
| Multipoint lock / hardware replacement | $280 - $520 |
| Sill pan / end dam rebuild | $180 - $340 |
What drives the range: frame condition, whether the original was flashed correctly, and whether the opening requires a permit. Lauderdale Lakes falls under Broward County HVHZ requirements, so impact-rated replacements need a permit and inspection. We pull both, included in the price. The written quote you receive after our measured survey is the final invoice. Haven Clause 1: if the measurement isn’t written down, it doesn’t exist.
Every CWS door install carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise, documented in the photo record we deliver at completion.
DIY or Call Us?
There’s a short list of checks any owner can make safely. Verify that the weep holes in the sill track are open. Confirm the hinge screws are tight to the frame, not just the door leaf. Look for the CWS label to identify your series before calling for parts.
What we don’t recommend: removing a CWS impact-rated door from its frame without proper support. These units weigh 180-240 pounds depending on glass thickness. A dropped door cracks the tile, damages the hinge mortise, and frequently injures the person holding it. The multipoint lock gearbox is under spring tension; improper disassembly launches small parts. And any work that disturbs the frame flashing in Broward County requires re-inspection for HVHZ compliance.
We’re an independent service provider, not affiliated with CWS. We install and service their products because they perform well in this climate when specified and fitted correctly. Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule your free measured survey. We’ll bring the right hardware for your series and a written price that doesn’t change.
FAQs
A properly installed CWS impact-rated entry door lasts 20-25 years in Broward County, though the weatherseal needs replacement at 8-12 years and the multipoint lock hardware at 10-15. Salt air and direct east exposure shorten those intervals by 20-30%. Call (754) 240-8381 for an exact quote on your unit - estimates are free.
Hardware, weatherseal, and IGU failures are repairable. Frame rot, hinge mortise tear-out, or delamination of the thermal break require replacement. We document both options in writing with photos so you can decide. Call (754) 240-8381 for a free second opinion on any estimate you’ve already received.
A direct replacement in an existing, square opening takes 4-6 hours. A retrofit with frame modification takes one full day, plus a second visit for inspection if a permit is required. We schedule inspections; you don’t chase the city. Call (754) 240-8381 to book.
We carry CWS-compatible hinges, multipoint lock gearboxes, tandem rollers, compression seals, and sill components matched to the 5400, 6500, and 7500 Series. For discontinued parts, we cross-reference to aftermarket equivalents that maintain HVHZ listing. Call (754) 240-8381 to confirm availability for your specific model.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner, Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes at Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes, serving Lauderdale Lakes and nearby areas.
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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