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
Trusted Door Installation for Lauderdale Lakes Homeowners
Door installation in Lauderdale Lakes typically costs $1,200-$4,800 depending on door type, frame condition, and whether impact-rated products are required for Florida Building Code compliance. Most standard installations are completed in a single day, with measured surveys scheduled within 48 hours of contact. Call (754) 240-8381 to book your free measured survey.
We’ve installed and replaced doors across Lauderdale Lakes since 2012, from the single-family homes near Vincent Torres Memorial Park to the townhouse communities along Oakland Park Boulevard, and nearby areas including Door Installation - Fort Lauderdale. Every job starts with a measured survey the customer keeps, and the written quote cannot differ from that document - that’s Haven Clause 1. Our 18,000+ installations are governed by the Haven Standard, which means background-checked, uniformed technicians with visible license numbers, a documented photo record on every visit, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise stamped on every job. In Lauderdale Lakes, we regularly see frame rot behind stucco cladding and misaligned pre-hung units that were never shimmed to the rough opening. We find these issues during survey, name the price in writing before any work starts, and fix them without change orders.
What Our Door Installation Service Includes
Entry Doors
An entry door is the primary access point to your home, and in Lauderdale Lakes it must balance security, energy performance, and curb appeal. You need a new entry door when the slab warps, the jamb separates from the framing, or the weatherstripping no longer compresses evenly. At Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes, we measure the rough opening to 1/16 inch, specify the pre-hung unit by sightline and swing, and install with composite shims and structural screws - not the finish nails that fail within five years in South Florida’s humidity.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
Hurricane-proof doors, properly called impact-rated doors, carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance or Florida Product Approval and are required for new installations in High-Velocity Hurricane Zones. You need one if your existing door lacks a valid impact rating, if the glazing is not laminated, or if the hardware schedule does not include multi-point locking. We specify impact-rated entry doors from PGT and CGI with laminated glass interlayers that meet Florida Building Code TAS 201, 202, and 203, and we pull the permit and schedule inspection as part of the written scope.
French & Double Doors
French doors are paired swing doors with full glass lights, common in Lauderdale Lakes homes for patio access and master bedroom suites, and we also handle our Door Installation in Pompano Beach. You need replacement when the astragal fails, the inactive leaf drags, or the sill pan leaks into the subfloor. We install French door systems with integrated sill pans, adjustable hinges, and multi-point hardware from Therma-Tru and ViewLux, and we verify the sightline - the visible gap between the door and frame - is consistent from head to sill before we leave.
Replacement Doors
A replacement door is a new unit installed into an existing rough opening, which may require jamb modification, header reinforcement, or stucco repair. You need replacement when the door slab is damaged, the frame is rotted, or the energy performance no longer meets your needs. Our measured survey documents the existing rough opening dimensions, the wall thickness, the floor level relative to the sill, and any structural repair required; the written quote includes all of this, and the price does not change once work starts.
Storm & Exterior Doors
Storm doors are secondary protective barriers mounted on the exterior of the primary door, while exterior doors include all non-entry doors such as side lites, rear doors, and utility access doors. You need a storm door when you want ventilation without exposing the primary door to UV and rain, or an exterior door when the existing unit is corroded, delaminated, or no longer operable. We install aluminum storm doors with self-storing glass and screen panels, and we specify exterior doors from ECO Window Systems and Mr-Glass with thermal breaks and compression weatherstripping suited to Lauderdale Lakes’ cooling-dominated climate.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Before
AfterBrands We Service for Door Installation
We work with eight manufacturer lines, specified by performance tier and price range, not by what is in stock. For impact-rated entry doors, we regularly specify PGT and CGI - we’ve installed hundreds of PGT WinGuard and CGI Estate Collection units across Broward County, including our Door Installation in Plantation, and we understand their glazing schedules, hardware options, and warranty registration requirements. For fiberglass and steel entry doors, we specify Therma-Tru Classic-Craft and ViewLux fiberglass systems, which we order with factory-applied finishes that hold up to South Florida’s UV exposure better than site-applied coatings.
We also specify CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, and Mr-Glass for projects with specific performance or budget parameters. Whether you have a PGT impact door that needs replacement after a storm, a Therma-Tru fiberglass unit with a delaminated skin, or any other make, we can survey the opening, document the existing conditions, and specify the correct replacement.
Signs You Need Door Installation Right Now
- Visible daylight around the door perimeter. If you can see light between the door slab and the weatherstripping, the seal has failed. In Lauderdale Lakes, this means conditioned air escapes and unconditioned, humid air enters, which drives up cooling costs and can promote mold growth in the wall cavity.
- The door sticks, binds, or requires shoulder force to close. This usually indicates frame settlement, hinge screw pull-out, or moisture swelling in a wood jamb. A door that does not close without force will eventually damage the latch, the strike plate, or the frame itself.
- Water staining on the interior floor or baseboard near the door. Water intrusion at the sill or jamb is common in Lauderdale Lakes homes with stucco exteriors, where the sill pan was omitted or the flashing was not integrated with the weather-resistive barrier. Left unaddressed, this rots the subfloor and the bottom plate of the wall framing.
- Corrosion or pitting on metal door surfaces, or delamination on fiberglass skins. Coastal air within ten miles of the Atlantic accelerates corrosion on unprotected steel and can break down gel coats on lower-quality fiberglass. Once the substrate is exposed, deterioration accelerates and repair is not cost-effective.
- Your door lacks impact rating documentation. If you cannot produce a Florida Product Approval or Miami-Dade NOA for your entry door, your insurance may not cover wind damage, and you may not meet code for replacement. We verify the rating during survey and specify compliant products when the existing unit does not qualify.
Our Door Installation Process - Step by Step
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Measured survey and written quote. We arrive with a laser measure, level, and moisture meter. We document the rough opening width, height, and squareness; the wall thickness; the floor level; and any structural repair needed. You keep this survey. The written quote matches it exactly - Haven Clause 1.
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Product specification and order. We specify the door system by manufacturer, model, glazing, hardware finish, and paint or stain color. For impact-rated products, we confirm the Florida Product Approval number and schedule the permit application. You approve every detail in writing before we order.
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Permit and inspection coordination. For impact-rated and structural installations, we pull the permit with the City of Lauderdale Lakes Building Department, schedule the required inspections, and ensure the installation meets Florida Building Code and any HOA architectural requirements.
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Installation by verified crews. Haven Clause 3: our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and identified by license number before arrival. We remove the existing unit, repair the rough opening as specified, install the new door with composite shims and structural fasteners, and verify the sightline, swing, and lock operation.
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Documentation and warranty. We provide a documented photo record of the completed installation, register the product warranty with the manufacturer, and stamp the job with the 365-Day Done Right Promise. If it’s not done right, we make it right - written into the Haven Standard, not a verbal assurance.
How Much Does Door Installation Cost in Lauderdale Lakes?
A standard fiberglass entry door replacement in Lauderdale Lakes typically runs $1,800-$3,400, including removal, rough opening repair, installation, and trim. An impact-rated entry door with laminated glass and multi-point hardware runs $2,800-$4,800, depending on size, glazing pattern, and hardware selection. French door systems start around $3,200 and can reach $6,500 for impact-rated units with sidelites and transoms. Storm doors are generally $800-$1,600 installed.
Several factors move the price within these ranges. Frame condition is the largest variable: if we find rot in the rough opening or the sill plate, structural repair adds $400-$1,200. Stucco repair and repainting around the opening adds $300-$800. Upgrading from standard to impact-rated hardware adds $200-$400. Size matters - a standard 3/0 x 6/8 door costs less than a 4/0 x 8/0 or a custom geometric unit.
To avoid overpaying, get a written quote that includes all of these items, not a base price with allowances. Our measured survey documents every variable before we name the price, and the written quote cannot differ from that document. We also offer a free second opinion on any written estimate from another contractor - bring us their quote and we will review it at no charge.
Every free estimate includes the measured survey you keep, the written scope of work, the product specification, and the total price. Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule yours.
Door Installation Near Lauderdale Lakes - Our Service Area
We install and replace doors throughout central Broward County, with typical response times of same-day to 48 hours for measured surveys. Our primary service area includes Lauderdale Lakes, Lauderhill, Oakland Park, Sunrise, Fort Lauderdale, Tamarac, Plantation, Pompano Beach, Davie, Coral Springs, Hollywood, and Cooper City. In Lauderhill, we frequently work in the gated communities near Inverrary Boulevard. In Oakland Park, we see many mid-century homes with original jalousie doors that need full-frame replacement. Wherever you are in our service area, the process is the same: measured survey, written price, verified crew, documented result.
Serving Lauderdale Lakes, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Lauderdale Lakes area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Door Installation in Lauderdale Lakes
Door installation is the removal of an existing door and frame, preparation of the rough opening, and placement of a new pre-hung or slab door unit with proper shimming, fastening, weatherstripping, and hardware. At Sightline Windows & Doors Lauderdale Lakes, every installation begins with a measured survey and ends with a documented photo record under the Haven Standard. We also provide Door Installation - Hollywood with the same rigorous process.
A standard single entry door installation takes 4-6 hours; a French door system or impact-rated unit with sidelites takes 6-10 hours. Permitting and inspection add 3-10 business days for impact-rated products. We schedule the installation date during your survey and arrive on time - Haven Clause 2. Call (754) 240-8381 to check availability.
Standard entry door installation runs $1,800-$3,400; impact-rated entry doors run $2,800-$4,800; French doors start at $3,200; storm doors run $800-$1,600. The exact price depends on frame condition, size, and hardware selection, which we document during the measured survey. Call (754) 240-8381 for a written quote - estimates are free.
Yes. We specify and install PGT, CGI, Therma-Tru, ViewLux, CWS, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, and Mr-Glass door systems, and we maintain current product literature and warranty registration access for each. If you have a PGT WinGuard unit that needs replacement or a Therma-Tru Classic-Craft door with a delaminated skin, we can survey, specify, and install the correct replacement.
We do not offer same-day installation for planned replacements, but we do prioritize security-compromised situations - doors that will not lock, frames that have been forced, or glass that has been broken - with next-day measured surveys and expedited ordering when possible. For true emergencies, call (754) 240-8381; our phones are answered by a live person 24/7.
Every installation is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right, with no deductible or service fee. This is written into the Haven Standard, not offered as a courtesy. Product warranties vary by manufacturer - PGT and CGI offer limited lifetime warranties on certain lines, while Therma-Tru provides a lifetime limited warranty on fiberglass skins. We register all product warranties on your behalf.
Clear a path from the entry to the door, remove wall hangings and furniture within six feet of the opening, and ensure pets are secured in another room. We bring drop cloths, a HEPA vacuum, and debris removal as part of the written scope. You do not need to be present for the entire installation, but we do need access at the start to confirm the sightline and at the finish to review the photo record. Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule your survey.
Schedule Your Door Installation Service in Lauderdale Lakes Today
Call (754) 240-8381 to schedule your free measured survey. You’ll receive a written price before any work starts, a background-checked and uniformed crew identified by license number, and a documented photo record when the job is done. The 365-Day Done Right Promise applies to every installation. No obligation, no change orders, no surprises - Haven Clause 5.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner at Sightline Windows & Doors, serving Lauderdale Lakes since 2012.
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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