Single & Double Hung Windows in Westgate, FL

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Single & Double Hung Windows in Westgate, FL

Single and double hung windows are the most common window style in Westgate homes, and replacing them is one of the highest-return upgrades you can make – both for energy bills and long-term comfort. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing and replacing hung windows across Westgate since 2011, and Ed Winslow’s name is on every job we do. Call us at (561) 468-6136 – a real person picks up, any hour of the day.

If you’re exploring your full replacement options, our Window Installation in Westgate page walks through everything we offer. This page focuses specifically on single and double hung windows – what they are, when you need them, what the process looks like, and what they’ll realistically cost in this market.

Single hung windows have a fixed top sash and a movable bottom sash. Double hung windows let both sashes slide, which makes them easier to clean from inside the house – a meaningful advantage in Westgate’s older ranch-style neighborhoods where exterior access is often tight. Both styles fit standard rough openings, which keeps labor costs lower on retrofits. Both can be ordered impact-rated, which matters in a market where South Florida’s hurricane season is a genuine annual concern, not a hypothetical one. If you’re looking for Window Installation Near Me in Westgate, FL, local expertise with Florida Product Approval matters.

We install hung windows from brands we trust – PGT are two we reach for most often in this area, because their Florida Product Approvals are solid and their track record in high-humidity coastal environments holds up. Upfront pricing, no trip charge inside our home county, and the Done Right Promise – if it’s not right, we come back and make it right. That’s not a tagline; it’s the standard Ed built this company on.

When You Need Single & Double Hung Windows

• Your energy bills have crept up year over year. Single and double hung windows from the 1980s and 1990s – common in Westgate’s established neighborhoods west of Florida’s Turnpike – typically have aluminum frames and single-pane glass with no low-E coating. They transfer heat efficiently in the wrong direction. Replacing them with a modern vinyl or impact-rated unit can cut solar heat gain noticeably, which your AC compressor will appreciate from June through October.
• The sashes stick, rattle, or won’t stay up. Worn balance systems and swollen wood frames are the two most common culprits in Westgate homes. When a double hung window’s sash won’t hold position, the balance springs or spiral balances have usually failed. That’s a repair-or-replace decision we’re glad to give you an honest read on – free second opinion on any written estimate you’ve already received.
• You can see daylight or feel air around the frame. Westgate’s proximity to Lake Okeechobee’s weather patterns means sustained winds during storm season push rain sideways. A compromised frame seal isn’t just a comfort issue – it’s an invitation for water intrusion and mold behind your drywall.
• Your windows aren’t impact-rated and you don’t have shutters. Westgate falls within Miami-Dade and Broward wind-zone shadow territory for product approval requirements. If your existing hung windows pre-date current Florida Building Code impact standards and you’re relying on accordion shutters, a full replacement to impact-rated units can simplify your storm prep considerably.
• You’re renovating and the opening size is changing. Double hung windows are the easiest style to adapt when you’re resizing a rough opening during a kitchen or bedroom remodel – the sash configuration doesn’t require special framing the way a picture or casement window can.
• Condensation is forming between the panes. If you have double-pane insulated glass units that have failed the seal, the argon or air fill has escaped and the glass is fogging. That’s not a cleaning problem; the unit needs to be replaced. On a double hung window, this sometimes means just the glass unit, sometimes the full sash, and occasionally the full frame – we’ll tell you which before we quote anything.

Our Single & Double Hung Windows Process

1. In-home measurement and assessment. We come to your Westgate home, measure every opening precisely, and check the existing frame condition. A retrofit installation (where the old frame stays and we drop in a new insert) only works when the existing frame is square, dry, and structurally sound. If there’s rot or racking – both of which we see more often in the homes along Westgate’s older streets closer to the Opa-locka area – we’ll tell you upfront and explain the difference between a pocket replacement and a full-frame removal. No surprises on the invoice.
2. Product selection and ordering. Based on your opening dimensions, your budget, and whether you want impact-rated glass, we’ll specify the right unit. PGT both offer hung windows with Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance) for impact applications – important for permitting in Westgate. We’ll confirm glass thickness, Low-E coating, and frame color at this stage. Lead times vary by product line, typically two to four weeks for custom-sized units.
3. Permit coordination (where required). Window replacements in Westgate that involve structural changes to the opening or a change from non-impact to impact-rated glass require a permit through Miami-Dade County’s building department. We handle the permit application and coordinate the required inspection. You don’t have to navigate that process yourself.
4. Installation day. Our background-checked, uniformed technicians arrive at the scheduled window (you’ll know exactly who’s coming before the truck pulls up). We protect interior floors and furniture, remove the old unit, and prep the opening. On a standard retrofit double hung replacement in a typical Westgate ranch home, a single window runs two to three hours; a full-house replacement of eight to twelve windows takes one to two days depending on frame conditions.
5. Waterproofing, flashing, and finishing. This is where shortcuts hurt homeowners years later. We apply flashing tape at the sill, seal the perimeter with a compatible exterior sealant rated for Florida’s UV exposure, and ensure proper drainage paths at the sill so water that gets behind the trim has somewhere to go besides your wall cavity. Interior trim is finished to match your existing casing where possible.
6. Walk-through and sign-off. Before we leave, we operate every sash, demonstrate the tilt-in cleaning feature on double hung units, and confirm the locking hardware is seated correctly. The Done Right Promise kicks in at this point – if anything isn’t right, call (561) 468-6136 and someone will actually answer.

Single & Double Hung Windows Pricing in Westgate

Single and double hung window replacement in Westgate, FL typically runs $380 to $950 per window installed, depending on size, glass specification, and frame condition. Impact-rated units sit at the higher end of that range. Here’s how the numbers break down in practice:

A few things that move the number in Westgate specifically: homes in this area were built across several decades, and the rough opening dimensions aren’t always standard. Older concrete block construction sometimes requires additional prep work at the sill and jamb that wood-frame homes don’t need. If your existing frame has any water damage – which we see fairly often in homes near the lower-lying sections of the neighborhood after heavy rain seasons – remediation adds time and cost. We’ll identify all of that during the estimate visit, not after the work starts.

Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount on any job. If your repair or installation total exceeds $200, $40 comes off automatically. And if you’ve already gotten a written estimate from another company, we’ll give you a free second opinion – no obligation, no sales pressure.

Call (561) 468-6136 to schedule a free in-home estimate. Estimates are honest, itemized, and written down before any work begins.

FAQs – Single & Double Hung Windows

What’s the difference between a single hung and a double hung window, and which one should I get in Westgate?

A single hung window has a fixed top sash – only the bottom moves. A double hung window lets both sashes slide up and down, and most modern double hung units also tilt inward for cleaning from inside the house. In Westgate, we typically recommend double hung for second-floor installations or any window that’s difficult to reach from outside – the tilt-in feature makes cleaning realistic rather than something you’ll put off indefinitely. For ground-floor spaces where ventilation is the priority, we also offer Awning & Hopper Windows that hinge outward to catch breezes. Single hung units cost slightly less and are a solid choice on first-floor windows where exterior access is straightforward. The energy performance between the two is essentially identical when the frame and glass specification are the same.

How much does single or double hung window replacement cost in Westgate?

Most Westgate homeowners pay between $420 and $850 per window installed for a double hung replacement, depending on whether the unit is impact-rated and whether the existing frame needs full removal or just a pocket insert. Non-impact single hung retrofits start closer to $380. Full-frame replacements on concrete block homes – common in this area – can reach $950 or above per opening. These are the real numbers for this market; we don’t quote low and adjust later. Call (561) 468-6136 for an exact quote – estimates are free and written down before we touch anything.

Do I need a permit to replace hung windows in Westgate, FL?

In most cases, yes – particularly if you’re upgrading to impact-rated glass or changing the opening size. Miami-Dade County requires a permit for window replacements that alter the structural opening or change the product’s impact classification. We handle the permit application and the required inspections as part of our process, so you’re not chasing paperwork with the county building department on your own. Skipping the permit is a problem that surfaces when you sell the house and a buyer’s inspector flags unpermitted work – it’s not worth the shortcut.

Can you replace hung windows the same day, or is there a lead time?

Same-day replacement is possible only when we have a matching stock unit – which happens occasionally for common sizes. In most Westgate situations, the process runs two to four weeks from the estimate to installation: roughly a week for measurement confirmation and order placement, then manufacturer lead time, then scheduling. Impact-rated units from PGT or ViewLux in non-standard sizes can run slightly longer. We’ll give you a realistic timeline at the estimate visit – not a best-case scenario to win the job and then push the date. Call (561) 468-6136 and we can tell you what’s currently in stock before you commit to anything.

Is it cheaper to repair a stuck or broken hung window, or just replace it?

Repair is often the right call when the frame is in good condition and only the balance system or weatherstripping has failed – a balance replacement on a double hung window typically costs $80 to $160 per sash, which is a fraction of full replacement. But if the frame itself has rot, the glass seal has failed, or the window pre-dates current Florida Building Code impact requirements and you’re in a storm-exposure area like Westgate, replacement usually makes more financial sense over a five-to-ten-year horizon. We’ll give you an honest read on which path makes sense for your specific window – we’re not in the business of recommending full replacements when a repair does the job. Call (561) 468-6136 for a free second opinion if you’ve already received a replacement quote elsewhere.

Why Westgate Homeowners Call Winslow

Ed Winslow started this company in 2011 with a straightforward premise: do the work right, stand behind it, and be reachable when something comes up. Fifteen years later, that’s still the whole business model. We’re not a national franchise with a regional office that routes your call to a scheduling system. When you dial (561) 468-6136, a real person answers – at 9 a.m. or 2 a.m. – and that person can actually tell you what’s going on with your job.

Our technicians are background-checked and show up in uniform. You’ll know who’s coming before the truck is in your driveway. We carry liability insurance and our license number is published – full transparency, not a shell company operating under a generic name.

The Done Right Promise is simple: if the work isn’t right, we make it right. No arguing about warranty terms, no “that’s a different department.” Ed’s name is on the door and on every job we do. That means the accountability is personal.

For Westgate homeowners looking at single or double hung window replacement as part of a broader exterior upgrade, we’re the locally owned alternative to the national chains – and we’re right down the road. We also install 3-Panel Sliding (3-Lite Roller) Windows for larger openings and modern floor plans.

Key Takeaways

• Single hung windows have one movable sash; double hung windows have two – both are retrofit-friendly and available impact-rated for Florida’s storm season.
• Installed costs in Westgate run roughly $380 – $950 per window depending on specification and frame condition.
• Most replacements require a Miami-Dade permit – we handle that process for you.
• We install PGT hung windows, both Florida-approved for impact applications.
• Permanent 10% discount for seniors and veterans; $40 off any repair over $200; free second opinion on written estimates.
• Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we come back and fix it – no exceptions.
• Live person answers every call at (561) 468-6136, around the clock.

Ready to move forward? Call (561) 468-6136 to schedule your free in-home estimate. We’ll measure your openings, assess your existing frames, and give you a written, itemized quote before any work begins. No pressure, no vague ranges – just straight answers from a company that’s been doing this in Westgate since 2011.

Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Westgate.