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AfterPGT Window Installation in Palm Beach: What to Know First
PGT window installation in Palm Beach typically runs $850 to $2,400 per opening for a full tear-out and replacement, depending on the series, size, and whether the existing frame is salvageable. Most single-window jobs wrap up in one day, while whole-home installations usually take three to five working days from first cut to final caulk. We’re an independent PGT service provider, not a factory arm, which means we tell you the truth about which parts matter and which corners some installers cut.
This page is for Palm Beach homeowners who already know PGT is the right product for hurricane country, but need someone who will install it like the storm is already named. If you’re staring at a failed window now, or you’re planning a full replacement before next season, call (561) 782-7525 and a real person answers.
How PGT Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
PGT builds a strong window. Salt air, UV, and a decade of hurricane cycles still find the seams. Here’s what we see most on PGT window installation calls across Palm Beach, and what we do about it.
- WinGuard aluminum frame corrosion at the weep holes. Palm Beach sits between the ocean and the Intracoastal, and that salt-laden east wind eats aluminum from the inside out. The weep holes on older WinGuard single-hung frames clog with salt scale, water backs up, and the frame starts pitting at the sill corners. We pull the sash, machine-clean the channels, treat the corrosion, and re-seal with marine-grade sealant before the new unit goes in.
- Spectrum vinyl sash warping on west-facing walls. The Spectrum 7600 series is a solid double-hung, but full afternoon sun on Palm Beach’s west exposures can soften vinyl over years until the sash binds in the track. Homeowners call thinking the window is junk. Half the time the frame is square and the sash just needs re-glazing or a track adjustment. We measure before we quote, so you’re not paying to replace a window that needs a tune-up.
- EnergyVue seal failure showing as interior fog. When the argon fill leaks from an EnergyVue insulated glass unit, you get condensation between the panes that never dries. PGT’s own warranty covers the glass for a time, but the labor to swap the IGU often falls on the homeowner. We order the replacement unit to factory spec and install it without voiding the remaining warranty, which is a detail that matters.
- 3-lite slider roller wear on the 5530 series. Palm Beach homes with big water views love the 3-panel sliding window, but three sashes riding on two tracks means the middle panel rollers wear twice as fast as the outer ones. A dragging middle panel is almost always flat-spotted rollers, not a frame problem. We stock a range of aftermarket rollers that match the OEM profile, saving you hundreds over a full sash replacement.
- Casement crank operator failure from salt intrusion. The operator mechanism on PGT casement windows sits right where wind-driven rain finds it. Once salt gets into the gear set, the crank either binds or strips. We replace the operator with a corrosion-resistant unit and re-lube the hinge track with a dry silicone that won’t attract sand grit.
Our PGT Window Installation Process
Every PGT job follows the same path, whether it’s one window on a condo terrace or twelve openings on a South Ocean Boulevard estate. No shortcuts, no surprises.
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Call and photos. You call (561) 782-7525. We ask what you’re seeing, often ask for a photo, and schedule a time that works. No trip charge if you’re in our home county.
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On-site measurement and diagnosis. A uniformed, background-checked tech comes out, measures the actual opening, checks the frame for square, and tells you honestly whether you need a full window replacement or a targeted repair.
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Written line-item quote. You receive a fixed price with parts and labor separated. Our price is our price - no change orders because we measured wrong. If you have another written estimate, bring it and we’ll give you a free second opinion.
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Parts sourcing. We order OEM PGT glass and hardware where it matters for warranty compliance, and use quality aftermarket parts where they perform as well or better. We tell you which is which.
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Installation day. We protect the floors, remove the old unit, address any frame rot or corrosion we find, set the new window with the proper flashing and foam, and trim out the opening clean.
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Water test and walkthrough. We run a hose on the exterior, watch the interior, then walk you through operation, locks, and the Done Right Promise. If it’s not done right, we come back.
What PGT Window Installation Costs in Palm Beach
| Job Type | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Single replacement window, standard size (vinyl, no frame work) | $850 - $1,400 |
| Aluminum WinGuard single-hung with new buck frame | $1,200 - $1,900 |
| 3-lite slider (5530) full replacement | $2,100 - $2,800 |
| Whole-home, 10-14 openings, mixed styles | $12,000 - $24,000 |
| Glass-only IGU swap (EnergyVue or similar) | $350 - $700 |
What moves the number: access (second story or tight condo logistics), frame rot from years of salt exposure, and whether the original installation was flashed properly or we have to undo someone else’s mess first. Permits and inspections add a few hundred, and passing them is non-negotiable. Call (561) 782-7525 for a precise quote - estimates are free, and the number we give you is the number you pay.
Why Palm Beach Homeowners Call Winslow Windows & Doors for PGT Work
We’ve been at this since 2011, locally owned and owner-operated right here in Palm Beach County. Ed’s name is on the door - and on every job we do. When you call at 2 a.m. with a window that just won’t seal before a storm, a live person answers. Not a voicemail loop, not a call center in another state. One of us.
We install PGT because it’s the right product for this coastline, but we also work with CGI, CWS, ES Windows, and ECO Window Systems. If your home needs something PGT doesn’t make in the size you need, we’ll tell you which of those brands gets the job done. Every tech on your property is background-checked and in uniform. You know who’s at your door before the truck pulls up. And behind all of it stands the Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. For a hundred years. That’s the standard.
FAQs
No, as long as the installation follows PGT’s published installation guidelines and uses the correct flashing and fastening methods. As an independent PGT service provider, we’re careful to document every step so any future glass or frame claim stays intact. Call (561) 782-7525 and we’ll walk you through what applies to your specific series.
Most standard PGT replacement glass and hardware arrive within one to two weeks from regional distribution. Custom sizes or specialty glass can take three to four weeks. We order parts the same day you approve the quote, so the clock starts immediately. Call (561) 782-7525 for a timeline on your specific window.
If the frame is square, the glass is intact, and the failure is in the roller, operator, or seal, repair usually makes sense at $200 to $700. If the frame is corroded through at the sills or the glass is fogging, replacement is the honest answer. We’ll tell you which one you need, and we quote both ways so you can see the math.
Yes. Palm Beach requires permits for window replacement when openings are altered or when impact ratings are part of the building’s wind-load requirements, and we pull every permit and pass every inspection. No permit-dodging, no “we’ll handle it later.” It’s part of what the Done Right Promise covers.
No. Our written quote is fixed. If we open the wall and find hidden rot that no one could have seen from the outside, we stop, show you photos, and get your written approval on the additional work before we spend a dollar. Upfront pricing. No surprises on the invoice. Call (561) 782-7525 to schedule a free estimate.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner, Winslow Windows & Doors at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Palm Beach and nearby areas.
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.