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New window installation in Fort Lauderdale typically runs between $4,500 and $15,000 for a full home, with most homeowners spending around $8,000 to $12,000 for 8 to 12 standard windows. Per-window costs in this market land between $450 and $1,200 installed, depending on frame material, glass package, and whether you need hurricane-rated impact glass. These are the real numbers we quote at Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale, and they’re built on the same principle we apply to every job: a written price before the first window comes out of its box.
If you want a specific number for your house, call us at (754) 551-2922. We’ll give it to you in writing, not as a ballpark.
New Window Installation Cost Breakdown (2026)
Here’s what new window installation actually costs in Fort Lauderdale in 2026, broken down by opening. These numbers include the window unit, labor, flashing, trim, and haul-away of the old window. They do not include repair work to damaged framing, stucco, or drywall, which we’ll address further down.
| Line Item | Cost Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Single vinyl window, standard size | $450 – $700 | Most common choice; good thermal performance for the price. |
| Single aluminum window, standard size | $500 – $800 | Common in older Fort Lauderdale homes; better than vinyl for salt-air exposure but less energy efficient. |
| Impact-resistant (hurricane) window, standard size | $800 – $1,800 | Required for new construction under Florida Building Code when replacing 25% or more of openings in many Broward County municipalities. |
| Wood-clad window, standard size | $900 – $1,600 | Rare in this climate; usually specified by HOAs in historic districts like Victoria Park or Sailboat Bend. |
| Full home, 8-12 windows, vinyl | $4,500 – $9,000 | Most common project size we quote. |
| Full home, 8-12 windows, impact-rated | $8,000 – $15,000 | Includes additional code compliance and fastening requirements. |
| Sliding glass door replacement | $2,500 – $6,000 | Often bundled with window projects; requires impact glazing in most Fort Lauderdale jurisdictions. |
Those ranges hold steady across most of Fort Lauderdale: Coral Ridge, Imperial Point, Poinsettia Heights, Rio Vista, and Victoria Park. What moves the number within that range comes down to a handful of specifics, and we’ll walk through those next.
What Affects New Window Installation Pricing in Fort Lauderdale
Window pricing in Fort Lauderdale is driven by a mix of code requirements, house age, material choices, and labor realities. Here’s what actually moves the number:
- Impact glass versus standard glass. Fort Lauderdale sits fully inside the Miami-Dade and Broward County High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ). If your project triggers the 25% replacement rule under the Florida Building Code, you’re legally required to install impact-resistant glazing or shutters. Impact windows cost 60% to 100% more per opening than standard units. In homes built before 1994, we frequently see the 25% threshold hit with as few as three window replacements.
- Frame material. Vinyl is the least expensive and requires the least maintenance. Aluminum handles salt air well and matches many mid-century Fort Lauderdale homes, but transfers heat. Wood-clad and fiberglass sit at the top of the price range and are rare here unless a historic district requires them.
- House construction type. Concrete block homes, which dominate Fort Lauderdale’s housing stock from the 1950s onward, require different anchoring than wood-frame homes. A block wall with a rough opening that’s out of square will add labor. In neighborhoods like Middle River Terrace, where we see a lot of original 1960s jalousie windows, the conversion to modern units often means rebuilding the rough opening entirely.
- Window size and shape. A standard 36-inch by 48-inch window is fast and clean. Arched, circular, or oversized picture windows in newer Riverland-area builds cost more for the unit itself and the install labor. Custom sizing runs 20% to 40% above stock dimensions.
- Condition of the existing rough opening. Fort Lauderdale’s humidity and the occasional storm-driven water intrusion mean we find rotted wood bucks, corroded anchors, and failing sill pans on a regular basis. Repairing a water-damaged opening adds $150 to $500 per window, depending on what we find once the old unit is out.
- Permitting and inspections. Fort Lauderdale requires a permit for window replacement. The permit fee and the required inspector visit are typically $200 to $500 total, and they’re included in our written price. We handle the paperwork, the scheduling, and the standing-around-waiting so you don’t have to.
Our New Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale page walks through the full process if you want to understand every step before the crew shows up.
New Window Installation vs. Replacement: What’s the Difference in Cost?
Homeowners often use “new window installation” and “window replacement” interchangeably, but the labor models are different and the price reflects it.
Replacement windows (also called retrofit or insert windows) fit inside the existing frame. The old sashes and hardware come out, the new unit goes into the same opening, and the original frame and trim stay. This is the least expensive route: $450 to $900 per opening in Fort Lauderdale.
New construction windows require removing the existing window all the way down to the rough opening, fastening the new unit to the building structure, flashing it, and reinstalling trim. This adds $150 to $400 per opening in labor, and it’s the standard approach for stucco homes where the old frame has been compromised by moisture. In Fort Lauderdale’s older concrete block homes, a full new-construction install is often the only option that will pass inspection, because the original anchors and flashing are simply not up to current HVHZ standards.
How Much Does Impact Window Installation Cost in Fort Lauderdale?
Impact window installation in Fort Lauderdale runs $800 to $1,800 per window, or $8,000 to $25,000 for a full home, depending on the number of openings and the size of the glass. That’s the honest range. The Florida Building Code drives this market more than any other single factor.
Impact windows use laminated glass similar to a car windshield plus a heavy-duty frame tested to withstand windborne debris. They carry a Notice of Acceptance (NOA) from the Florida Building Commission, and the inspector will verify the NOA number on every unit before signing off. If you’re on the water in Las Olas Isles, in a high-exposure zone, or simply want the security of not boarding up every June through November, impact windows are worth the premium. They also knock a meaningful percentage off your windstorm insurance premium, something we hear from clients in Harbor Beach and Lauderdale Harbours every season.
Labor Costs for Window Installation in Fort Lauderdale
Labor typically represents 35% to 50% of the total job. In Fort Lauderdale, a two-person installation crew costs $75 to $150 per hour, and a standard retrofit window takes 1 to 2 hours per opening. New construction installs run 2 to 4 hours per opening.
The labor number moves based on access. A ground-floor single-story home in Croissant Park is a straightforward job. A two-story stucco home in Seven Isles where three windows require ladder or scaffold work will add $50 to $150 per opening. Homes with tight side setbacks, common in older Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods like Idlewyld, force the crew to work from inside, which slows things down.
Window Frame Material Costs: Vinyl, Aluminum, Impact-Rated
The frame is the second-largest cost driver after impact glass. Here’s how the numbers shake out per standard opening in Fort Lauderdale:
- Vinyl frames: $450 – $700 installed. Best thermal performance per dollar. Available in white, tan, and limited dark colors. Some HOAs in Fort Lauderdale waterfront communities restrict color options, so check your covenants before choosing.
- Aluminum frames: $500 – $800 installed. Common in mid-century and condo buildings. Strong, slim sightlines, handles salt air well, but conducts heat. We caution against aluminum in west-facing rooms without a low-emissivity (Low-E) glass package.
- Impact-rated frames (vinyl or aluminum): $800 – $1,800 installed. The frame itself is reinforced and the glass is laminated. Carry the Florida Building Code NOA label.
- Wood and wood-clad frames: $900 – $1,600 installed. Minimum use case in Fort Lauderdale. We typically install these only in designated historic districts, such as Sailboat Bend, where the Historic Preservation Board requires specific profiles.
Additional Costs That Can Add Up
The window itself is the headline number, but a finished project includes other line items. Here’s what else belongs on the invoice and what it should cost in Fort Lauderdale:
- Permit fees: $200 – $500 for a typical whole-home window replacement. We pull the permit ourselves and schedule the inspection.
- Stucco repair around new openings: $100 – $300 per window when installing into block construction. This is rare with replacement windows but standard on new construction installs.
- Interior drywall and trim repair: $50 – $150 per window if the old trim doesn’t survive removal or the rough opening was out of square.
- Sill pan and flashing replacement: $40 – $100 per window. Cheap insurance in a climate that gets 60 inches of rain a year.
- Shutter removal and reinstallation: $75 – $200 per opening if you have accordion or Bahama shutters. Fort Lauderdale homes are full of these, and they add labor we’d rather not surprise you with.
- Disposal fees: $50 – $150 per project. We haul every old window out and leave the property cleaner than we found it, per The Kingswell Way.
Key Takeaways on Fort Lauderdale Window Installation Costs
- Full home window installation in Fort Lauderdale: $4,500 – $15,000.
- Per window: $450 – $1,200 for replacement, $800 – $1,800 for impact-rated.
- Impact glass is often required by the Florida Building Code once you replace 25% or more of your openings.
- Labor is 35% to 50% of the total; access and house construction drive the exact number.
- Permits, stucco repair, and trim work add $300 to $800 on many jobs.
- Get a written price before work starts. Not a range. A number.
How to Save on New Window Installation
Saving money on windows in Fort Lauderdale doesn’t mean buying the cheapest unit. It means avoiding rework, bundling the job, and choosing a company that prices honestly the first time. Here’s how to (actually) keep the bill down:
- Bundle the whole house instead of doing it a few windows at a time. You pay mobilization, setup, and permitting costs once rather than three times. A 10-window job is meaningfully cheaper per window than three separate 3-window jobs.
- Standardize sizes. If you’re building new or doing a full remodel, stick to stock dimensions. Custom sizing carries a 20% to 40% premium per unit.
- Time the project outside hurricane season. Not for pricing, but for scheduling. Crews in Fort Lauderdale are busiest from June through November. Off-season projects tend to have more flexibility on dates, and a flexible schedule sometimes means a better number.
- Replace like for like. If you’re not required to go impact-rated, a standard Low-E vinyl window gives the best energy performance per dollar spent.
- Get the full scope in writing. The most expensive window project is the one that “found additional work needed” after the old units came out. We quote the full job up front, including the stucco repair, flashing, trim, and disposal. The number on day one is the number on the invoice.
If you want to know exactly what your window project will cost without a single surprise line item, call us at (754) 551-2922. The estimate is free, it’s in writing, and you’re under no obligation.
FAQs – New Window Installation Cost in Fort Lauderdale
How much does it cost to install a single window in Fort Lauderdale?
A single window installation in Fort Lauderdale costs $450 to $700 for standard vinyl and $800 to $1,800 for impact-rated glass. The lower end assumes a retrofit install with healthy existing framing, which is the profitable scenario for everyone. If we find water damage or the rough opening needs rebuilding, that number moves up. Call (754) 551-2922 and we’ll give you a written number for your specific opening.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a window in Fort Lauderdale?
If the repair is limited to a failed balance, a fogged seal, or cracked weatherstripping, repair runs $100 to $400 and makes sense. If the frame is soft, the glass is single-pane, or the unit has no Low-E coating, replacement at $450 to $1,200 per window is the better long-term spend. In Fort Lauderdale, a 1960s jalousie window with corroded hardware is never worth repairing. Call us for an honest read on which way to go.
How much does impact window installation cost per square foot?
Impact windows run $45 to $70 per square foot installed in Fort Lauderdale, all in. A standard 12 square foot window lands around $800 to $1,200 depending on frame material and whether it’s a retrofit or new construction install. The Florida Building Code NOA certification is included in the unit cost. For an exact figure, call (754) 551-2922 for a free, written estimate.
Do I need a permit to install new windows in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. The City of Fort Lauderdale requires a building permit for window replacement, and the inspection process verifies compliance with the Florida Building Code HVHZ requirements. The permit and inspection typically cost $200 to $500 total, and that’s part of the written price we give you before work starts. We handle all the paperwork.
How long does new window installation take in Fort Lauderdale?
A full home window replacement of 8 to 12 windows takes 1 to 3 days for the installation crew under normal conditions. Impact-rated or new construction installs add a day. The inspection is scheduled separately and may take a few days depending on the city’s schedule. We show up in the arrival window we give you, work the job through, and clean up behind ourselves, per The Kingswell Way.
Will new windows lower my insurance premium in Fort Lauderdale?
Impact-rated windows with a valid Florida Building Code NOA typically reduce windstorm insurance premiums by 10% to 40% depending on your carrier and policy. Every insurance company calculates differently, so we tell clients to ask their agent for the specific discount before committing. The savings stack up fast in Fort Lauderdale’s windstorm market, and over a decade they can offset a meaningful chunk of the installation cost. Call (754) 551-2922 if you want to talk through which glass package makes sense for your street and your policy.
Why the Written Price Matters More in Fort Lauderdale
Trevor Nash, who runs Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale, puts it plainly: in this market, the verbal estimate dies on the driveway. Contractors quote one number, rip a window out, find a “problem,” and suddenly the invoice has a second page. That’s not how we operate.
The Kingswell Way, the standard we’ve operated under since 2004, says the price gets spoken before the work starts, and the guarantee gets written at the same time. Every Penhallow Remodeling window project includes a 365-Day Done Right Promise: if the work fails inside a year, we come back and fix it at no charge. That’s in writing, on the estimate, before you sign anything.
And when you call (754) 551-2922, a real person answers. There’s no voicemail maze and no callback window to miss. The technician who shows up is background-checked and in uniform, and they’ll know your name and your address before they ring the bell.
For a broader look at our remodeling work, start at the home page.
Get Your Free, Written Window Installation Estimate in Fort Lauderdale
If you’re replacing windows in Fort Lauderdale, get a written price before you do anything else. Not a verbal range. Not a “we’ll see when we get in there.” A number, on paper, with the guarantee stated below it. That’s the whole point of calling Penhallow Remodeling.
Call (754) 551-2922 for a free estimate on new window installation. A live person answers 24/7, and your written quote will cover the full scope: windows, labor, permit, stucco repair, flashing, trim, and haul-away. The number on day one is the number on the invoice.
Pricing reflects the Fort Lauderdale market as of 2026. Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale offers free estimates – call (754) 551-2922.
Written by Trevor Nash, Owner at Penhallow Remodeling Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale homeowners under The Kingswell Way since 2004.
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