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If you live in South Miami, you already know the drill: another hurricane season, another set of insurance letters, another look at those old jalousie windows that rattle when a garbage truck rolls down Sunset Drive. We’re Winslow Windows & Doors, and we’ve been replacing those exact windows across South Miami since Ed Winslow founded this company in 2011. A live person answers our phone around the clock at (863) 862-5435, and the crew that shows up at your door will be background-checked, uniformed, and familiar with South Miami’s permit office, its mid-century homes, and its HVHZ code requirements.
Here’s the short version of what we do in South Miami: we install impact windows and doors that meet Miami-Dade County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone standard, we replace worn-out single-pane and jalousie units in older concrete-block homes, we hang new entry doors and sliding glass doors, and we also handle roofing when the time comes. The estimate is free, the pricing is upfront, and Ed’s name is on every job we do.
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.
Why South Miami Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
South Miami is a small city with its own building department, its own permit workflow, and its own set of familiar headaches: 1950s ranches with non-standard window openings, salt air eating away at aluminum frames, and insurance carriers demanding impact-rated glazing before they’ll renew a policy. We’ve worked through all of it, block by block.
Homeowners in neighborhoods like Ludlam and Brentwood call us because we answer the phone like a local, not a call center. You won’t get a ticket number. You’ll get a real person, any hour, any day, including the night a storm is spinning in the Atlantic. Every technician who steps onto your property is background-checked and in uniform, so you know exactly who’s at your door before they ring the bell.
We’re an authorized installer for PGT, CGI, CWS, and ES Windows, among others, and we carry the licensing and the published business address that South Miami homeowners should demand from any contractor. The 36500-Day Done Right Promise backs every install: if it’s not done right, we make it right. No fine print, no disappearing act after the final check clears.
Windows & Doors Services We Offer in South Miami
Impact Windows
Impact windows are the flagship of our work in South Miami, and for good reason: every replacement window in this city must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance, and laminated impact glass is what actually stops wind-borne debris from coming through your living room. We match design pressure ratings to each opening, never above +/-100 PSF, and we’ll walk you through the difference between a single-hung, casement, or fixed picture unit for each room.
Learn more about our Impact Windows in South Miami.
Window Installation
South Miami’s older homes often have rough openings that don’t match modern impact-unit dimensions, which means a direct-set replacement isn’t always possible. We handle frame build-outs, custom sizing, and full tear-out-and-set installations, all done to meet the city’s HVHZ inspection standards.
Learn more about our Window Installation in South Miami.
Window Replacement
If your windows fog between the panes, stick when you try to open them, or let a draft through every time the wind picks up off Biscayne Bay, it’s time. We remove and dispose of old units, prep the openings, and install new impact-rated or energy-efficient windows that an inspector will pass the first time.
Learn more about our Window Replacement in South Miami.
Door Installation
A front door in South Miami does double duty: it’s the first thing guests see and a critical line of defense against hurricane wind pressure. We install impact-rated entry doors from Therma-Tru and other authorized brands, with thresholds and weatherstripping that hold up to the salt-humid air.
Learn more about our door installation in South Miami.
Sliding Glass & Patio Doors
South Miami homes built in the 1960s often opened onto screened patios through aluminum sliders that now grind and bind. We replace them with smooth, impact-rated sliders that open with one finger and lock down tight when a storm threatens.
Learn more about our sliding glass and patio doors in South Miami.
Energy-Efficient Windows
Low-E glass and insulated frames make a real difference in a house where the A/C runs ten months a year. Homeowners report 20-30% cooling savings after replacing old single-pane units, and the glass cuts outside noise noticeably too, up to about 40%.
Learn more about our energy-efficient windows in South Miami.
Impact Garage Doors
A garage door is usually the largest wall opening on a South Miami home, and a non-rated door can buckle under hurricane pressure and take the roof with it. We install impact garage doors engineered for HVHZ conditions.
Learn more about our impact garage doors in South Miami.
Custom & Geometric Windows
If you have a circle-top, arch, or trapezoid window that’s failing, we can fabricate a custom impact unit that fits the opening without chopping the framing. We handle odd shapes and unusual sizes that big-box installers won’t touch.
Learn more about our custom and geometric windows in South Miami.
Roof Repair, Roof Replacement & Installation
Windows and doors are only half the equation when hurricane season arrives. We also repair and replace roofs across South Miami, including shingle, tile, and metal systems, tied into the same 36500-Day Done Right Promise.
Learn more about our roofing services in South Miami.
Neighborhoods We Serve in South Miami
Our crews work throughout South Miami on a regular basis, and we typically reach most neighborhoods the same day for estimates and inspections. You’ll see our trucks around:
- Ludlam - mid-century concrete-block homes, many with original jalousies still in place.
- Brentwood - established 1950s subdivisions with non-standard rough openings.
- Riviera - streets east of US-1 with a mix of ranch homes and newer infill construction.
- Shenandoah - the neighborhood bordering Coral Gables, where homes face steady salt exposure.
Why South Miami’s Climate & Housing Affect Windows & Doors
South Miami sits entirely inside Miami-Dade County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, which means every window and door replacement must carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance, the strictest product-approval standard in the United States. There’s no opting out and no “builder grade” shortcut. If a unit doesn’t carry the NOA, the city won’t pass the inspection, and your insurance carrier will likely non-renew your policy.
The housing stock makes this even more specific to South Miami. The city is full of concrete-block ranch homes built roughly between 1948 and 1972, many still fitted with original jalousie or single-pane aluminum units in non-standard rough openings. A jalousie window from 1962 can’t simply be swapped for an off-the-shelf impact unit. It often requires custom sizing or a frame build-out to meet current HVHZ tolerances. Contractors who don’t know South Miami’s inventory will show up, take measurements, and then stall when they realize the opening size doesn’t exist in any catalog. We plan for that from the first measurement.
South Miami also operates its own municipal building department, separate from Miami-Dade County. Impact-window permits here run through the City of South Miami’s office, not the county system. We’ve seen jobs from neighboring unincorporated areas get delayed because a contractor pulled the wrong jurisdiction’s permit. We pull permits from the City of South Miami every time, and our inspections pass.
Pricing for Windows & Doors in South Miami
Pricing for impact windows and doors in South Miami depends on opening size, design pressure rating, frame material, and whether custom sizing is needed. Here’s what homeowners can generally expect:
- Impact window (standard size, aluminum frame): $900-$1,800 per unit installed.
- Impact window (custom size for older openings): $1,400-$2,600 per unit installed.
- Entry door (impact-rated, standard single): $1,800-$3,500 installed.
- Sliding glass door (impact-rated, standard 8ft): $3,500-$6,500 installed.
- Impact garage door (single-car): $2,800-$5,000 installed.
- Permit and inspection fees (City of South Miami): $150-$500 depending on scope.
We give written, line-item quotes before any work starts. The price on the quote is the price on the invoice. No change orders, no surprise line items. Call (863) 862-5435 for a free estimate, and if you already have a written estimate from another company, we’ll give you a free second opinion.
Florida Pays South Miami Homeowners Back
If you’re replacing windows or doors in South Miami, the incentives stack in your favor right now. The My Safe Florida Home program offers matching grants up to $10,000 for qualifying wind-mitigation upgrades, including impact windows and doors. Florida also exempts impact-resistant windows and doors from sales tax entirely. On top of that, the federal 25C energy credit can return 30% of the product cost, up to $600 per year, on qualifying energy-efficient units.
Then there’s the windstorm insurance premium angle. After a wind-mitigation inspection, which typically costs $75 to $150, many South Miami homeowners earn credits averaging about 25% on the windstorm portion of their premium. The final number is set by your carrier, not by us, but a 1958 ranch with original jalousies stands to save the most.
One note on comparison: impact windows versus hurricane shutters. Shutters only work if someone is home to hang them, and they do nothing for energy efficiency, noise, or daily convenience the other 360 days a year. Impact glass is always on. There’s nothing to haul out of the garage, nothing to wrestle onto brackets at midnight before a storm. We don’t sell shutters, but we’ve replaced enough of them to know why South Miami homeowners make the switch.
Service Area - Cities Near South Miami
While this page covers South Miami specifically, we serve the surrounding metro too. You’ll find us working in Miami, Hialeah, Miami Beach, and Coral Gables on any given week. Same crews, same standards, same phone number.
Serving South Miami, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the South Miami area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Windows & Doors in South Miami
Standard aluminum impact windows in South Miami typically run $900 to $1,800 per unit installed, while custom sizes for older concrete-block homes run $1,400 to $2,600 per unit installed. The price depends on opening size, design pressure rating, and whether your 1950s rough openings need frame build-outs. Call (863) 862-5435 for an exact quote, free of charge.
Yes. South Miami operates its own municipal building department, separate from Miami-Dade County, and every impact window or door replacement requires a city permit and inspection. We pull permits from the City of South Miami’s office on every job, and our installations pass inspection the first time.
Many South Miami homeowners earn windstorm premium credits averaging about 25% on the windstorm portion after a wind-mitigation inspection, which typically costs $75 to $150. The exact credit is set by your insurance carrier. We recommend getting the inspection done after installation, and call us at (863) 862-5435 if you want to talk through what the inspector will look for.
Yes, but jalousie windows in South Miami’s mid-century homes almost always require custom sizing or a frame build-out because the rough opening doesn’t match modern impact-unit dimensions. We measure, order a unit that actually fits your opening, and handle the frame work. Call (863) 862-5435 and we’ll tell you what your specific windows will require before you spend a dime.
Once your units arrive, replacement is usually as fast as a single day for most homes. Custom fabrication typically runs 4 to 6 weeks from order to delivery. Permitting through the City of South Miami adds a few days on the front end. We’ll give you a clear timeline with the written quote.
Replacement runs as fast as a single day once your units arrive. Custom-sized impact units for older South Miami homes typically run 4 to 6 weeks for fabrication, plus a few days for City of South Miami permitting. We’ll write the dates into your quote so you know exactly what to expect. Call (863) 862-5435 and we’ll start the measurements this week.
Get a Free Estimate in South Miami
If you’re tired of looking at corroded frames, fogged glass, or jalousie slats that rattle every time the wind picks up, let’s talk. We’ll send a uniformed, background-checked technician to your South Miami home, take exact measurements, and hand you a written, line-item quote. No trip charge inside the county. No pressure, no vague “trust us” pricing.
We’re the one down the road. Call (863) 862-5435 to schedule your free estimate, or visit our home page to see the full scope of what we do.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving South Miami since 2011.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
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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What Neighbors Say About Winslow Windows & Doors
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local windows & doors pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What South Miami Customers Say
"Ed measured every opening himself and walked me through the product approval paperwork before I signed anything. When the inspector came he found the notice of acceptance taped inside a window like it should be and passed us first visit."
- Rosalind Beaumont"Three big companies quoted us and every one sent a salesman with a leased truck. Ed turned up in a truck with his own name on the door, quoted less, and his crew were the same faces on day one and day nine."
- Yolanda Betancourt"Our insurance agent asked for the wind mitigation paperwork and Ed had the whole file ready the day the job closed, every opening photographed. The premium conversation went very differently this year."
- Odessa Fairbanks