If the unit owner is responsible for window or door replacement, they will need written approval to replace their entrance doors, windows, and sliding glass doors. This includes submitting plans and a building permit from your local municipality. GM will help you with this process. GM has worked with many, many condominiums and HOA’s and is familiar with the rules, such as hours and days in which the work can be performed. Your association will often have regulations about the color and style of entrance doors or windows you may select for replacement. They may also mandate specific products or manufacturers be used for replacement purposes to maintain a consistent look to the community.

Aluminum-framed impact windows and doors are inherently strong but lightweight and are the best option for the weather and conditions in South Florida. They are made with durable powder-coated finishes that are resistant to corrosion. Aluminum impact windows are the best for strength and longevity with minimal maintenance. Vinyl-Framed impact windows and doors are another option available. They offer excellent insulation, reducing heat transfer and energy costs. They are slightly less impact-resistant than aluminum but still meet hurricane protection standards. GM Door, Window will review all your material options with you, and you can select the best choice for your style of home that will work within your budget. GM sells a wide variety of affordable, solid, and durable impact products.

This is where our knowledgeable consultant at GM Door Window will help you narrow down your choices and advise you on what impact windows and doors will work best for the architectural design of your home.  We suggest that you do some research before meeting with the consultant to have in idea of what you like but most import what you don’t like.  We will walk you through the available impact window choices: single hung, horizontal rolling windows, casement windows, fixed windows, and specialty shapes.  We will show you entrance doors that make a bold statement and more subtle entrance doors that complement the design of your home.

Hurricane Impact windows and doors are an excellent investment to protect your family. Qualified property owners can get up to 100% financing to make energy efficiency and wind resistance improvement and repairs through the Property Accessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing program. Financing is based upon available home equity, ability to pay, along with other factors. The funding is repaid through an assessment included in the annual property tax bill. Wind resistant improvements include wind-rated / hurricane resistant windows, doors, and storm shutters. The PACE program is not based upon credit score, it pays the contractor directly, stretches payments out over terms up to 30 years, and is at a fixed interest rate. Most importantly you don’t have to pay anything upfront if you qualify. You will get impact windows and doors installed with $0 money down.

Yes, many insurance companies offer discounts for homes with impact-resistant windows and doors because they significantly reduce the risk of storm damage. Impact windows and doors installed in your home increase your home’s energy efficiency, and may also reduce the wind portion of your property insurance bill by up to 77 percent depending on the age of your home and type of improvement. Florida homeowners who install impact products may qualify for lower premiums under wind mitigation policies. The savings vary depending on your insurance provider, the number of openings protected, and the overall safety of your home. It’s always a good idea to check with your insurer to see what discounts are available.

Just as important as purchasing quality impact windows and doors is to ensure they are properly installed. One of the first questions we get is – “Do we need a permit from the city?” And the answer is yes. Our expert team will guide you seamlessly through the process. An inspection ensures the impact windows and doors you select meet local building code requirements for both impact resistance against flying debris and meet the specified wind load requirements. The inspector will also confirm the windows and doors are installed according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Improperly installed windows and doors are subject to failure when you need them most, or just as bad a small leak from a poorly installed window or door can, over time, cause tremendous damage to the structure. Be cautious of companies that use subcontractors or use a handyman to do your installation. We know all the requirements and will not install any project without the approved city permit.

While it is a significant investment to replace all of your windows and doors simultaneously with Impact windows and doors, it does pay off in the long run.  And yes, it is an investment that will have a good return.  Here are some excellent reasons to have all your home windows and doors upgraded all at once with impact products. 

Cost Savings – You will be able to save significant money on labor and materials by replacing all of your windows and doors at once

Insurance Savings – To qualify for a discount on your wind-storm portion of your home’s insurance, every opening, both windows and doors, must be covered with a product rated for hurricane protection.

Energy Savings – Old windows and doors are likely to be leaking air, causing you not only to be air conditioning your own home but the surrounding neighborhood.   When properly installed, new impact windows and doors make for an air-tight seal of your home, saving money on your electrical bill every month.  

Safety and Security – If all of your windows and doors are impact rated, also known as hurricane rated, you will be ready at all times if a hurricane threatens.  No need to worry about putting up shutters or plywood; you are hurricane-ready at all times.  Getting your windows and doors done in stages leaves openings for storms and thieves to penetrate the envelope of your home through those weak points.   

Aesthetics – Brand new impact windows and doors will dramatically improve the appearance of your home.   Doing some windows and not others will create a disjointed look.  Sliding windows and picture windows are all good for maximizing your home’s views and giving your home a modern look.  Impact entrance glass doors are also great for letting in natural light. 

Return on Investment – Aside from ongoing energy savings, it is estimated that replacing old windows and doors with impact-rated windows and doors can return as much as 78% of their cost at the time of resale.   Plus, your home is likely to sell more quickly with new impact windows and doors.

The installation timeline depends on the size of your home and the number of windows and doors being replaced. On average, the process takes 1 to 3 days for a single-family home, but custom projects or larger homes may take longer. Before installation, there’s also a permitting and manufacturing phase, which can take several weeks. Our team will guide you through the process, from ordering your custom impact products to the final inspection, ensuring a smooth and efficient installation.