Free in-home measure and quote - PGT, CGI and CWS impact lines compared on your actual openings, style by style
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AfterTrusted Impact Windows for Westgate Homeowners
Impact windows in Westgate aren’t a luxury upgrade - they’re the difference between a home that holds together during a hurricane and one that doesn’t. For ongoing care, see our Impact Windows Maintenance Checklist for Westgate Homeowners. We’ve installed and serviced impact-rated windows across Palm Beach County since 2011, and in Westgate specifically we see the same pattern every storm season: homeowners who waited get hit hardest. A properly installed PGT or CGI impact window doesn’t just meet Florida building code. It keeps wind-driven debris outside where it belongs, cuts outside noise by roughly half, and drops the load on your AC unit during July and August. Call (561) 468-6136 and you’ll reach a live person - not a call center, not a voicemail - who can schedule a free estimate.
If you’re also weighing options nearby, see our Impact Windows in West Palm Beach; our home page has the full picture of what we do, but if you’re specifically weighing impact windows right now, this is the page for you.
Key Takeaways
- Impact windows in Westgate typically run $85-$140 per square foot installed, depending on brand, size, and frame type.
- Permits and inspections are handled by us, start to finish.
- Every impact window install carries the Done Right Promise - if it’s not right, Ed Winslow makes it right.
- We’re an authorized PGT, CGI, Therma-Tru installer, not a general contractor splitting focus across a dozen trades.
What Our Impact Windows Service Includes
Impact windows are not a single product. The term covers a range of window types, frame materials, and glass configurations, all built around one principle: a laminated interlayer that holds shattered glass in place under impact. That interlayer is the difference between a cracked window and a living room full of shards. Here’s what we install and service across Westgate:
Impact Window Installation
Full installation is the core of what we do. We replace existing single-pane or builder-grade windows with code-compliant impact units rated for the Palm Beach County wind zone. Every install starts with precise measurements of the rough opening, followed by removal of the old window, inspection of the surrounding framing for rot or termite damage, and a sealed, squared installation using the manufacturer’s specified anchoring system. In Westgate homes built before the 2000s, we frequently find window openings that are out of square by a quarter inch or more - we shim and seal those rather than forcing the frame to fit.
Impact Window Replacement
Replacement applies when you already have impact windows but one or more units have failed, fogged, or taken a hit. Maybe a storm threw a branch into the glass and the interlayer did its job but the outer pane is compromised. Maybe a seal has failed and condensation sits between the panes all morning. We match the existing frame as closely as possible and install a new unit rated for the same or higher design pressure. If the original manufacturer is still in production - PGT and CGI both have deep catalogs - we order direct so the replacement fits the opening without custom fabrication.
Impact Sliding Glass & Patio Doors
A sliding glass door is the largest single opening in most Westgate homes, which means it’s also the most vulnerable. We install impact-rated sliders that carry the same missile-test certification as our windows - tested to withstand a 9-pound 2×4 launched at 34 mph. Beyond storm protection, these doors change how a room feels: the laminated glass takes the edge off afternoon heat gain and cuts sound transmission from the street. We install three-panel, two-panel, and pocket slider configurations, and we always re-level the track so the door rolls clean for years instead of grinding against the frame.
Impact Door Installation
Entry doors are a weak point in most homes irrespective of window quality. We install impact-rated entry doors from Therma-Tru with matching impact glass or solid construction, plus impact-rated hardware. The most common failure we see in Westgate is a door that was never properly flashed at the threshold - water intrudes, the subfloor softens, and then the door frame starts pulling away from the jamb. Our installs include new flashing, a sealed threshold pan, and a level and plumb set so the door seals tight against the weatherstripping.
Impact Garage Doors
Garage doors are the one opening homeowners consistently forget about until a storm blows through. A non-impact garage door under positive wind load will flex, bow, and eventually give, and once that opening fails the entire roof becomes a wind scoop. We install impact-rated garage door systems - featuring reinforced rails, hurricane-rated hinges, and laminated polycarbonate or impact-rated steel panels - that meet the same Miami-Dade codes as our windows. If your home has a two-car garage in Westgate, this is often the single best storm-protection dollar you can spend.
Energy-Efficient Impact Windows
Impact windows and energy efficiency aren’t mutually exclusive - the best units do both. We install impact windows with low-E coatings and argon or krypton filled insulated glass. The low-E layer reflects infrared heat back outside, which matters in Westgate where summer attic temperatures routinely exceed 120 degrees. A well-sealed impact window cuts heat transfer through the glass by up to 40 percent compared to single-pane builder stock, and that shows up on your FPL bill the same month we finish the install.
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.
Brands We Service for Impact Windows
Winslow Windows & Doors is an authorized installer for PGT and CGI, the two brands that most often come up when Westgate homeowners research impact windows. PGT’s WinGuard line is the workhorse of the Florida market - huge design pressure ratings, a broad size catalog, and a warranty that actually covers the things homeowners care about. We’ve installed hundreds of PGT units across Palm Beach County, including many Palm Beach Impact Windows projects, and we know the product line well enough to tell you honestly when a different brand makes more sense for a specific opening.
CGI windows carry a different niche: heavier aluminum frames, commercial-grade construction, and a reputation for surviving direct hits that would shatter lesser glass. For homeowners who prioritize absolute durability over price, CGI is frequently the right answer. We also carry ViewLux for custom geometric and specialty windows, and Therma-Tru for impact-rated entry and patio doors. Whether you already know the brand you want, or you want a straight answer on which one fits your budget and your opening sizes, we can help.
Signs You Need Impact Windows Right Now
- Your home still has original builder-grade windows from the 1990s or earlier. Westgate neighborhoods built during the 1980s and 1990s housing boom are full of single-pane, builder-grade windows that were installed to hit a price point, not to protect a home. These windows fail under wind loads well below current code, and once one goes, internal pressurization can take the roof with it. If your windows don’t have a permanent label etched into the glass showing a Miami-Dade or Florida product approval number, they’re not impact-rated.
- You’re paying hurricane-shutter labor every summer instead of sleeping. Manual shutters and accordion shutters work, but only if someone is home to deploy them, and only if they’re maintained. Impact windows protect your home 365 days a year without any action from you - no set-up, no take-down, no rusted tracks. For snowbirds who leave Westgate for the summer, this is the only reliable answer.
- You can hear street noise through closed windows. Laminated impact glass adds a layer of acoustic damping that single-pane builders glass simply doesn’t have. Westgate streets get trucks, motorcycles, and the constant hum of I-95 traffic. If you can follow a conversation happening on the sidewalk, your windows are letting in more than sound - they’re letting in heat and vulnerability.
- Your frames are pitted, corroded, or painted shut. Aluminum frames on Westgate homes sit in salt-laden coastal air, and over twenty or thirty years they pit and corrode. Once the frame loses structural integrity, the window can’t be properly sealed, and it becomes a weak point regardless of the glass. Painted-shut sashes are another sign the original install was never maintained and may be hiding rot underneath.
- Your insurance company is charging you a wind-mitigation premium. Florida insurers offer significant credits for impact-rated openings. If you haven’t updated your windows since 2002, you’re likely paying a higher windstorm premium than you need to. An impact window install from a licensed contractor with clean permits is the exact documentation your insurer looks for when recalculating your policy.
Our Impact Windows Process - Step by Step
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Free on-site consultation and measurement. Ed or one of our senior installers comes out to your Westgate home and walks every opening with you. We measure each window, check for square, assess the condition of the framing, and talk through your goals - storm protection, energy savings, noise reduction, or all three. There’s no sales pitch and no pressure. You’ll receive a written, line-item quote that spells out every window, every size, and every price as a fixed number.
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Product selection and ordering. Once you approve the quote, we help you choose the right brand and configuration for each opening. This includes glass type, frame finish, grid pattern (if any), and design pressure rating. We order directly from the manufacturer - PGT, CGI, Therma-Tru, or ViewLux - and confirm lead times before we schedule the crew. No surprises, no “the factory is backed up” three weeks into a job.
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Permit application and approval. This is where we separate ourselves from the guys working out of a pickup truck. We pull the permit with Palm Beach County or the relevant municipality, submit the product approval documents, and show up on install day with paperwork in hand. If an inspection is required - and for impact windows, it always is - we schedule it, meet the inspector, and stay until the job passes.
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Installation day. Our crew arrives in uniform, background-checked, and ready. We cover floors and furniture where needed, protect work areas, and remove each old window with care. New impact windows go in with the manufacturer’s required anchoring system, full flashing, and a sealed perimeter. We don’t cut corners on sealant or anchor count, because the Done Right Promise means we answer for that work for as long as we exist.
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Inspection, walkthrough, and warranty registration. After the final inspection passes, we walk the house with you and show you every window that went in - operation, locking hardware, cleaning notes, and warranty info. We register your products with the manufacturer so your warranty is active from day one, and we keep a copy of your permit and inspection records on file. If anything isn’t right - today or ten years from now - the call goes to Ed.
How Much Does Impact Windows Cost in Westgate?
A typical impact window installation in Westgate runs $85 to $140 per square foot of window area, depending on brand, frame material, size, and the number of units in the job. For a standard 71-by-47-inch double-hung window (about 23 square feet), that works out to roughly $1,900 to $3,200 per window. A full home with eight to ten windows, plus an impact sliding glass door and an impact entry door, generally falls in the $18,000 to $40,000 range before any insurance discounts. These are real numbers from real Westgate jobs, not marketing figures.
What drives the price? Brand choice is the biggest variable - PGT WinGuard typically comes in lower than CGI due to frame construction and production scale. Size matters too: one large picture window can cost as much as three smaller double-hungs. The condition of your existing framing affects labor - if we’re replacing rotted sills or re-flashing old stucco, that’s additional work. The number of openings, installation height, and whether the home is single or two-story all factor in. We never bury these costs in a “contingency” line. Our quotes are fixed, and if permit fees come in higher than estimated, we eat the difference, not you.
One thing worth saying clearly: impact windows are not a place to shop on price alone. The difference between a correct install and a sloppy one is invisible for years - until a hurricane finds it. If a quote looks dramatically lower than the range above, ask about permits. Ask about product approval numbers. Ask who shows up on day one. Then call us for a second opinion. We offer free second opinions on any written estimate.
Impact Windows Near Westgate - Our Service Area
Winslow Windows & Doors is based here, not two counties away, and Westgate is home ground. We serve the surrounding communities - Impact Windows in West Palm Beach proper, Impact Windows in South Palm Beach, Palm Beach, Lake Worth Beach, Greenacres, Palm Springs, Royal Palm Beach, Wellington, Boynton Beach, Riviera Beach, and Palm Beach Gardens - typically with the same or next-week scheduling for estimates. Because our shop is local, there’s no trip charge inside our home county, and no five-week wait because a crew has to drive across the state. You can also start with our home page to see the full range of what we do.
Serving Westgate, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Westgate 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 - Impact Windows in Westgate
Impact windows are windows built with laminated glass that holds together when struck by flying debris during a hurricane. The glass consists of two panes bonded to a plastic interlayer, so even if the glass cracks, the pane stays in one piece and the opening remains sealed. They’re tested to Dade County and Florida Building Code standards, and they carry a permanent product approval label on the glass. Learn more about how they compare on our Impact Windows in Westgate page.
For most Westgate homes, a full impact window retrofit takes two to five working days on site, with one to three weeks of lead time for permitting and product delivery. A single window replacement usually goes in within a day. The biggest variable is framing condition - if we uncover rot or termite damage during removal, that adds time to do it properly rather than covering it up and moving on.
Expect to pay $85 to $140 per square foot installed, or roughly $1,900 to $3,200 for a typical double-hung window. A full-home job with eight to twelve windows and an impact door runs between $18,000 and $40,000. Call (561) 468-6136 for a free estimate with exact line-item pricing - no vague ranges, no surprise change orders.
Yes. We’re an authorized installer for both PGT and CGI, which means we can order direct from the factory and we know each line’s installation specs by heart. We also work with Therma-Tru for impact doors for specialty glass. If you have another brand and want an honest opinion on repair versus replacement, ask us - we’ll tell you the truth even if it means sending you elsewhere.
A live person answers our phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If a window fails during a storm and you need an emergency board-up or temporary seal, call (561) 468-6136 and you’ll speak directly to someone who can dispatch help to your Westgate home that same day, not next business day.
We back every installation with the Done Right Promise - which translates to a 100-year standard of accountability. If our work isn’t right, Ed Winslow makes it right, no fine print and no statute of limitations games. The windows themselves carry manufacturer warranties from PGT, CGI, or whichever brand you choose, and we handle the registration so the warranty is active from day one.
Clear a three-foot work zone around each window on both sides - move furniture, take down curtains or blinds, and remove anything on windowsills. If you have an alarm system with window sensors, let us know before install day so we can coordinate with your alarm company. We’ll handle the rest, including daily cleanup and hauling away every old window we remove.
Schedule Your Impact Windows Service in Westgate Today
Impact windows are a one-time investment in a home you plan to keep, and the right installer makes all the difference. Call (561) 468-6136 today for a free, no-obligation estimate from Ed Winslow and the team. A real person answers. The quote is written, fixed, and includes every line item. No pressure, no games - just straight answers from a neighbor who’s been doing this since 2011. The one down the road.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Westgate and greater Palm Beach County 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.