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Window installation in Miami is not a job you want done twice. Between the salt air, the afternoon thunderstorms that roll in off the Everglades, and the hurricane seasons that shape how every opening in a house gets built, a window that is set out of plumb or flashed wrong will let you know within a year or two. At TruePane Windows & Doors, we have been setting windows in Miami homes for over 42 years, and we follow one rule on every opening we touch: if the pane is not true, the job is not done. That rule belongs to Dale Kessler, the second-generation glazier who founded this company, and it is still the first thing our technicians hear when they train. If you need window installation in Miami, call (561) 956-2754 and a live person will answer, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Key Takeaways:
- Every TruePane install is covered by the 90-Day Done Right Promise and The Keystone Standard, with both manufacturer warranty layers registered in writing before our truck leaves your driveway.
- We are an authorized installer for more than a dozen manufacturer lines, including PGT, CGI, and Andersen, and we quote lines side by side on paper so you can see exactly what you are buying.
- Most window installations in Miami are completed in a single visit, with upfront pricing and no surprise line items on the bill.
- We have been installing windows in Miami for over 42 years and plan to be here in thirty more.
What Our Window Installation Service Includes
Every window we install in Miami gets the same treatment, whether it is a small bathroom awning window or a full wall of impact-rated casements. We measure every opening twice, we check the rough opening for square before the new unit ever leaves the truck, and we set the frame with shims and flashing that are correct for South Florida’s climate, not just whatever came in the box. Here is how that standard applies to the window types we install most often in Miami:
Single & Double Hung Windows
Single and double hung windows are the workhorses of older Miami homes, and they are still the most common replacement we do in neighborhoods like Coral Gables and Kendall. A double hung opens from both the top and bottom sash, which gives you cross-ventilation on the second floor of a two-story house where the heat rises all summer. TruePane sets these units with full perimeter flashing and a continuous sill pan, because a hung window that leaks in Miami is usually not the window’s fault. It is the flashing underneath it that was never done right in the first place.
Horizontal Roller Windows
Horizontal roller windows are common in mid-century Miami houses and in Florida rooms, where the window slides side to side on a track instead of lifting up. The tracks wear out, the rollers flatten, and the window starts to bind or rattle in the wind long before the glass fails. We replace the entire unit or rebuild the track and rollers, depending on what the opening calls for, and we set the new window level so the roller system does not fight itself from day one.
3-Panel Sliding (3-Lite Roller) Windows
A 3-Panel Sliding (3-Lite Roller) window is basically a horizontal roller with an extra lite, which means an extra track and an extra point where water can get in if the frame is not bedded correctly. These windows are popular in Miami homes that face the water, where homeowners want the view but also need impact glass that meets Miami-Dade County code. TruePane installs 3-lite sliders with the same interlocking track alignment we use on sliding glass doors, because a three-panel window that racks out of square will bind in the middle panel and never slide smoothly again.
Casement Windows
Casement windows hinge on one side and crank outward, which makes them the tightest-sealing operable window you can put in a Miami home. When the wind blows against a casement, it presses the sash tighter into the frame instead of pushing it open, which is one reason we recommend them for east-facing walls that catch the afternoon sea breeze. We install casements with stainless steel hardware and multi-point locking systems, and we check the crank operation and seal compression before we call the job done.
Awning & Hopper Windows
Awning & Hopper windows hinge at the top and open outward, which lets you leave them cracked open during a Miami rainstorm without water pouring into the house. Hoppers hinge at the bottom and are usually found in basements or utility rooms, where they open inward and up. Both are small windows, but they are the ones most often installed wrong, because a contractor in a hurry will skip the sill flashing on a window that is only 24 inches wide. TruePane treats an awning window in a Doral laundry room with the same flashing and shimming standard as a 12-foot picture window on a waterfront lot.
Picture & Fixed Windows
Picture windows do not open, which means the installation is entirely about the seal. A fixed window that is set even slightly out of plane will stress the insulated glass unit, and a stressed IGU is the window that fogs up between the panes three years after the warranty card gets thrown away. We set picture windows in Miami with a continuous bed of sealant and a properly sloped sill, and we register both warranty layers before we leave, so the IGU seal is covered in writing for the duration the manufacturer states.
Bay & Bow Windows
Bay & Bow windows project outward from the wall, which means the installation involves structural support, roof flashing, and a whole set of details that a flat window never has to deal with. Bay windows are built on a framed platform that has to be flashed and sealed like a small roof, and bow windows are a series of fixed or vented units joined at angles that have to line up perfectly or the whole assembly looks crooked. TruePane builds the support structure to code, insulates the projection, and flashes every joint so the window does not become a leak in the wall of your Miami home.
Garden Windows
A garden window is a small greenhouse that hangs off the back wall of a Miami kitchen, with glass on three sides and a sloped top to shed rain. They are charming, and they are also the window most likely to leak if the top flashing is not lapped correctly under the siding or stucco above them. We install garden windows with a fully flashed head, a sloped sill, and a tempered glass package that holds up to the Miami sun without turning the window into an oven you cannot use.
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 Window Installation
TruePane is an authorized installer for PGT and CGI, the two manufacturers that build the majority of impact windows going into Miami homes today. We have installed hundreds of PGT WinGuard and CGI Sentinel units from Aventura to Homestead, and we know the specific anchoring and mullion requirements these products carry under Miami-Dade County code. When you buy a PGT window from us, we register the manufacturer warranty in writing before the truck leaves the driveway, and we keep the paperwork on file so you do not have to dig through a drawer if a seal ever fails.
We also work with ViewLux, CWS, and more than a dozen other manufacturer lines, including Andersen, Pella, and Marvin for homeowners who want a wood interior or a specific architectural profile. The point is not the brand name on the sticker. The point is that we quote your options side by side on paper, explain the difference between a CWS product and a CGI product in plain English, and let you decide what fits the house and the budget. If you have a window from any other make and it needs replacing or installing, we can help with that too.
Signs You Need Window Installation Right Now
- Condensation or fog inside the glass panes. When an insulated glass unit loses its seal, moisture gets between the panes and the window is no longer doing its job. This will not clear up on its own, and the fix is a new window, not a repair.
- The window sticks, drags, or has to be lifted to close. A window that binds in the frame is a sign the frame has shifted or the sash has warped, which is common in Miami’s humidity. Forcing it closed makes the problem worse, and it is often less expensive to replace the unit than to rebuild a failed frame twice.
- You can feel a draft or see daylight around the edges of a closed window. A closed window should seal tight. If it does not, your air conditioner is working harder than it should be, and Miami electric bills are high enough without leaking windows driving them up.
- Soft wood, peeling paint, or staining around the window frame. These are signs of a water leak that has been happening for a while. By the time the paint peels, the water has already gotten into the wall cavity, and the opening needs to be stripped, inspected, and re-flashed, not just caulked over.
- You still have single-pane or non-impact windows and you live east of I-95. Miami-Dade County building code requires impact-rated protection on windows in the wind-borne debris zone. A single-pane window from 1985 is not protecting your home during a hurricane, and replacing it now costs less than replacing it after a storm tears through the living room.
Our Window Installation Process - Step by Step
We do not leave anything to guesswork, and we do not rush an install to get to the next job. Here is exactly what happens when you call TruePane for window installation in Miami:
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Measure and quote. A background-checked, uniformed technician comes to your home, measures every opening twice, and checks the rough opening for square, level, and plumb. We quote your options side by side on paper, with the price of each line stated upfront, so there are no surprises later.
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Product selection and warranty registration. Once you choose your windows, we order them and register both manufacturer warranty layers in writing, with the durations stated clearly. This is The Keystone Standard, and it is not optional on any TruePane job.
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Removal and preparation. We remove the old window carefully, inspect the rough opening for hidden water damage or rot, and repair or replace any framing that is not sound. If we find a problem behind the wall, we show it to you and quote the fix before we proceed, no change orders slipped into the final bill.
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Installation and flashing. The new window is set in place, shimmed until it reads true in both planes, and anchored per Miami-Dade County code. We flash the sill first, then the jamb, then the head, so water that gets behind the exterior finish is directed out and down, never into the wall cavity.
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Inspection and walkthrough. We check the operation of every window, inspect the sealant lines, and clean up the work area. Then we walk you through what was done, register any remaining paperwork, and tell you what to expect from the 90-Day Done Right Promise if anything is not right after we leave. If it is not done right, we make it right. No paperwork, no arguing.
How Much Does Window Installation Cost in Miami?
Window installation in Miami typically runs from $450 to $1,200 per window for standard vinyl units, depending on the size of the opening and the condition of the frame. Impact-rated windows from PGT or CGI, which carry Miami-Dade County product approval, usually start around $900 per window and go up from there, with larger openings and custom finishes pushing the cost higher. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect for common scenarios:
| Window Type | Typical Miami Cost Range (Installed) |
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| Single hung vinyl, standard size | $450 – $750 per window |
| Double hung vinyl, standard size | $600 – $950 per window |
| Casement window, standard size | $700 – $1,100 per window |
| Picture or fixed window, standard size | $500 – $900 per window |
| Impact-rated window (PGT or CGI) | $900 – $1,600 per window |
| Bay or bow window (full assembly) | $2,500 – $6,000 per assembly |
What moves the price is the size of the opening, the condition of the framing underneath, whether the window needs impact glass, and what is involved in matching the interior and exterior trim. A window that is the same size as your neighbor’s but is in an opening with rotted wood or an out-of-square frame is going to cost more, because the opening has to be corrected before the new window goes in. The way to avoid overpaying is to get a line-item quote from a company that writes everything on paper before the work starts. Our estimates are free, they state the price of everything up front, and the price on the quote is the price you pay. Call (561) 956-2754 to set one up.
Window Installation Near Miami - Our Service Area
TruePane installs windows throughout Miami and across Miami-Dade County, from the waterfront homes of Miami Beach to the family neighborhoods of Hialeah, Coral Gables, Doral, North Miami, Kendall, Cutler Bay, Aventura, Palmetto Bay, Miami Gardens, and Homestead. Most estimates in the Miami area are scheduled within a few days, and most standard installations are completed in a single visit. When you call, a live person answers, and you will get a straight answer about when we can be out to look at your windows.
Serving Miami, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the 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.
Frequently Asked Questions - Window Installation in Miami
Window installation is the process of removing an old or failed window and setting a new one into the opening, including the flashing, shimming, leveling, and sealing that keeps water and air out of the wall. In Miami, the installation also has to meet Miami-Dade County wind load requirements, which means impact-rated anchoring and fastening for most homes. Call (561) 956-2754 to get a free estimate on your window installation.
Most standard window installations in Miami take one to two hours per window once the old unit is out and the opening is prepared. A full house of 10 to 12 windows is usually completed in one or two days, depending on access and whether any framing needs repair. We complete most jobs in a single visit, and we do not leave the job half-finished to chase another appointment.
Window installation in Miami typically costs $450 to $1,200 per window for standard vinyl units, with impact-rated windows starting around $900 per window. The total depends on the window type, the size of the opening, the condition of the framing, and whether the home is in the wind-borne debris zone. Call (561) 956-2754 for a free, line-item estimate on your specific windows.
Yes, TruePane is an authorized installer for PGT and CGI, and we install and service both brands throughout Miami. We know the anchoring and mullion requirements for these products under Miami-Dade code, and we register the manufacturer warranties in writing before we leave. Call (561) 956-2754 to talk through your options.
If a window is broken or the opening is exposed, we treat that as an urgent job and will get a technician out to secure the opening as quickly as possible. A live person answers the phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so if a window fails at 9pm on a Sunday, you will talk to a person, not a recording. Call (561) 956-2754 and we will tell you straight what we can do and when.
Every TruePane installation is covered by the 90-Day Done Right Promise: if the work is not done right, we make it right, with no paperwork and no arguing. The Keystone Standard means both manufacturer warranty layers are registered in writing, with the durations stated, before our truck leaves your driveway. We stand behind the work, the warranty, and the promise, in writing.
Move furniture and breakables at least three feet away from the window, take down curtains or blinds, and clear a path to the window from the nearest door to the outside. On the day of the install, we will protect the floor with drop cloths and clean up after ourselves, but having the area clear helps us work safely and keeps your things out of harm’s way. If you have specific concerns, tell the technician when they arrive and we will work around them.
Schedule Your Window Installation Service in Miami Today
If your windows are fogged, drafty, stuck, or still single-pane, the time to replace them is before the next storm season, not after it. Call (561) 956-2754 to schedule a free, no-obligation estimate for window installation in Miami. A live person answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and you will get a square deal: upfront pricing, both warranty layers registered in writing, and a job done right the first time. If the pane is not true, the job is not done, and TruePane has been doing it right in Miami for over 42 years.
Written by Dale Kessler, Owner at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Miami since 2008 and carrying a glazing tradition that spans over 42 years.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose TruePane 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.