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Picture windows and fixed windows are large, non-operable panes designed to frame a view, flood a room with natural light, and seal tight against Florida’s heat and wind. In Palm Beach, where waterfront views and historic streetscapes are genuine selling points, a well-chosen fixed window can change the entire feel of a room. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing picture and fixed windows across Palm Beach since 2011, and Ed Winslow’s name is on every job we do.
If you’re ready to talk options, call us at (561) 782-7525 – a real person answers, any time of day or night, no voicemail loops. Or read on to understand exactly what goes into a window installation done right in Palm Beach’s coastal climate.
Fixed windows installed to Florida’s current impact code typically run $450 to $1,400 per window installed, depending on size, glass type, and frame material. Most Palm Beach homes we work in need 1 to 4 units replaced at a time, and we can usually complete the work in a single day.
When You Need Picture & Fixed Windows
Not every window situation calls for a picture window or single & double hung windows, but when the fit is right, nothing else works as well. Here are the most common reasons Palm Beach homeowners call us about fixed windows specifically:
- You have a view worth protecting. Along South Ocean Boulevard, the Intracoastal, and parts of Sunset Avenue, homeowners install large picture windows specifically to capture the water. A divided-light casement breaks that sight line. A clear, uninterrupted fixed pane doesn’t.
- Your existing picture window is single-pane and doesn’t meet current Florida Building Code. Pre-2002 construction in Palm Beach often has single-pane annealed glass that offers almost no wind or impact resistance. An upgrade to impact-rated glass isn’t optional anymore – it’s the code, and your insurer likely knows it.
- Condensation or fogging between the panes. When the seal on an insulated glass unit fails, moisture infiltrates the air gap and you get that milky, permanent fog. You can’t clean it off. The unit has to be replaced.
- A remodel changed your wall layout. Additions, kitchen expansions, and great-room conversions often open up a wall that used to hold operable windows. Fixed windows are the right answer when ventilation isn’t the goal – light and sightlines are.
- Energy bills that don’t match the square footage. A large, unshaded fixed window facing west or south in Palm Beach’s afternoon sun can single-handedly push your cooling load up. Upgrading to low-E, impact-rated glass cuts solar heat gain meaningfully – typically 20 to 40 percent in similar installations we’ve done on the island.
- Hurricane season is approaching and your current window isn’t rated. Palm Beach sits in a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. Fixed windows have no moving parts, which actually makes them easier to build to a high impact rating – but only if the glass, frame, and installation method all meet the spec. A big pane of plain glass is the opposite of safe.
Our Picture & Fixed Windows Process
We don’t subcontract the installation and then disappear. Ed Winslow built this company around the idea that the person who sells you the window should be accountable for how it performs five years from now. Here’s what you can expect from start to finish:
- In-home measurement and site assessment. Fixed windows are unforgiving of measurement errors – there’s no operable sash to adjust after the fact. We measure the rough opening, check the existing frame condition, assess the wall substrate, and identify any flashing or water-management issues before we ever order glass. In older Palm Beach homes – particularly the Mediterranean-revival construction common near Worth Avenue – we often find non-standard opening dimensions that require custom-sized units. We flag that upfront, not after the glass arrives.
- Glass and frame selection. We walk you through the options that actually make sense for your home and your wall orientation. For most Palm Beach installations facing east or south, we recommend laminated low-E impact glass – it handles both UV and wind load. We work with PGT and ViewLux for fixed window units, both of which carry Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance ratings that satisfy Palm Beach County’s permit requirements. Frame choices run from extruded aluminum (the most coastal-durable) to vinyl and fiberglass composites, depending on your architectural style and HOA specifications.
- Permit filing. In Palm Beach, fixed windows over a certain size – and any impact-rated glass replacement – require a permit through the Town of Palm Beach Building Department. We handle the paperwork. You don’t have to follow up with the building department or coordinate an inspection date. That’s our job.
- Removal of the existing window. We protect your interior flooring and furniture before we start demolition. The old unit comes out carefully, and we inspect the rough opening for rot, moisture intrusion, or pest damage. Palm Beach’s salt air accelerates wood deterioration around window frames faster than most homeowners expect – especially on the east side of any structure. If we find damage, we show you before we proceed and give you an updated price in writing before any additional work begins.
- Installation and weatherproofing. The new fixed window goes in level and plumb, shimmed and anchored to the manufacturer’s spec and the Florida Building Code requirement for the wind zone. Flashing tape, sealant, and any required backer rod get applied in the correct sequence. A fixed window with a poor seal is worse than no upgrade at all – water infiltration in a sealed unit has nowhere to drain and can cause serious structural damage over time.
- Inspection, cleanup, and final walkthrough. We schedule and pass the required building inspection, then do a full exterior and interior walkthrough with you. You’ll see the installation, the sealant lines, the permit card – everything. If anything isn’t exactly right, we fix it before we leave. That’s the Done Right Promise in practice, not just in print.
Picture & Fixed Windows Pricing in Palm Beach
Fixed window pricing in Palm Beach reflects the local reality: impact-rated glass is required, permit fees apply, and the older housing stock on the island often involves more complex removals than a newer suburb. Here are honest ranges based on what we actually see on jobs in Palm Beach:
| Window Type / Situation | Typical Installed Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard fixed/picture window, impact-rated, up to 48″ x 60″ | $450 – $750 per window |
| Large picture window, impact-rated, 60″ x 72″ or bigger | $750 – $1,200 per window |
| Custom or non-standard shape (arched, round-top, geometric) | $900 – $1,400+ per window |
| Frame rot repair or substrate replacement (if found during removal) | $150 – $450 additional, quoted before work begins |
| Palm Beach Town permit fee (typical residential) | $75 – $200, depending on project scope |
A few factors push costs higher or lower in Palm Beach specifically:
- Wall construction type. CBS (concrete block) construction – common in mid-century Palm Beach homes – requires anchor screws set into masonry, which is more time-intensive than wood-frame installation. That difference is real and shows up in the quote.
- HOA and Landmark designation restrictions. Certain streets and structures in Palm Beach fall under the Landmarks Preservation Commission, which limits visible exterior changes. We’re familiar with those restrictions and can tell you whether your address is affected before you spend money on a product that won’t be approved.
- Project size. Multi-window projects cost less per unit than single replacements, because mobilization, permitting, and setup time get spread across more units.
- Glass specification. Standard impact laminate is one price. Adding high-performance low-E coatings for better solar control costs a bit more, but on a west-facing wall in Palm Beach, it typically pays back in energy savings within two to four years.
Estimates are free and come with upfront, itemized pricing – no surprise line items on the invoice. Seniors and veterans get a permanent 10% discount on any job. And if you’ve already received a written estimate from another company, we’ll give you a free second opinion so you can make a fully informed decision.
Call (561) 782-7525 to schedule your free window installation near me in Palm Beach, FL estimate. No trip charge within Palm Beach County.
Why Palm Beach Homeowners Choose Winslow
There’s no shortage of window installers in South Florida. What’s genuinely scarce is a company where the owner is reachable, the pricing is written down before work starts, and the warranty means something because a real person’s name is attached to it.
Ed Winslow started this company in 2011 with the idea that homeowners deserve to know exactly who is walking onto their property and exactly what they’re paying for. Every technician we send is background-checked and arrives in uniform. You’ll know who’s coming before the truck pulls up. That’s not a policy we invented because it sounds good – it’s the way Ed runs jobs, and it hasn’t changed since day one.
Our Done Right Promise is straightforward: if the installation isn’t right, we come back and make it right. No debate, no claim forms, no “that’s outside our warranty window.” A lasting standard of accountability is something no national chain is willing to put in writing, and there’s a reason for that.
We’re authorized installers for PGT, ViewLux, and CGI, among others – including 3-panel sliding (3-lite roller) windows – brands that carry the Miami-Dade product approvals required for Palm Beach’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone. You won’t find us recommending a product because it’s cheap or because we have excess inventory. We recommend what works for your wall, your orientation, and Palm Beach’s specific wind and salt exposure.
For a broader look at everything we handle on the island, visit our Window Installation in Palm Beach page – it covers the full range of window types, replacement options, and what to expect from a permitted installation in this market.
FAQs – Picture & Fixed Windows in Palm Beach
Do picture windows in Palm Beach need to be impact-rated?
Yes. Palm Beach falls within Florida’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, which means any new or replacement fixed window must meet impact-resistance requirements under the Florida Building Code – there’s no legal path to install non-impact glass and pass a permit inspection. The product needs a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or a Florida Product Approval number, and the installation method has to match that approval. We only install products that meet those requirements, and we pull the permit so the work is inspected and documented. Call (561) 782-7525 if you want us to look at what you currently have and tell you where it stands.
How much does a large picture window cost to install in Palm Beach?
A large impact-rated picture window – say, 60 inches wide by 72 inches tall – typically runs $750 to $1,200 installed in Palm Beach, including labor, permit filing, and standard weatherproofing. Custom shapes and non-standard sizes can push that higher. What affects your specific number: the frame material, the glass spec (basic impact laminate vs. high-performance low-E), the condition of the existing opening, and whether your property has any Landmarks Commission restrictions that affect product choice. Estimates are free – call us and we’ll give you a written number after an in-home measurement.
Can a fixed window be replaced without replacing the whole frame?
Sometimes, yes. If the existing frame is structurally sound, plumb, and free of rot or corrosion, a glass-only replacement or an insert installation is possible and costs less than a full tear-out. In Palm Beach, though, older aluminum frames – especially those within a block or two of the water – often have corrosion at the corners and anchors that makes a full replacement the safer call. We check the frame condition during the free estimate and tell you honestly which approach makes sense. We’re not in the business of selling a full replacement when an insert will do the job correctly.
How long does a picture window installation take in Palm Beach?
For a single fixed window replacement on a standard residential job, the physical installation takes two to four hours. Permit turnaround through the Town of Palm Beach Building Department typically adds one to two weeks before we can schedule the installation date, though that timeline can vary depending on the department’s current load. Multi-window projects take longer on-site but we try to complete them in a single visit so your home isn’t left open overnight. We give you a realistic schedule when we book the job – not an optimistic one designed to close the sale.
Key Takeaways
- Fixed and picture windows in Palm Beach must meet impact-resistance standards under Florida’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements – non-impact glass won’t pass inspection.
- Typical installed cost runs $450 to $1,200 per window, depending on size, glass spec, and existing frame condition.
- Older Palm Beach homes frequently have non-standard opening dimensions and salt-corroded frames that require custom sizing and careful assessment before ordering.
- Winslow Windows & Doors handles permit filing, inspection coordination, and full weatherproofing – you don’t manage the building department.
- The Done Right Promise means if the installation isn’t right, we fix it – period.
- Estimates are free, pricing is upfront and written, and seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount.
- A live person answers at (561) 782-7525 any time, day or night.
Schedule Your Free Estimate in Palm Beach
If you’re looking at a large fixed window that’s fogged, cracked, or simply not up to current code, don’t wait until storm season forces the decision. Call (561) 782-7525 and a real person will answer – not a recording, not a call center, not a next-business-day callback. We’ll schedule an in-home measurement at a time that works for you, give you a written estimate with line-item pricing, and walk you through exactly what a permitted, impact-rated installation looks like for your specific home in Palm Beach.
Ed’s name is on the door – and on every job we do. That’s the promise, and it’s been the same since 2011.
For everything related to window replacement and installation on the island, our full home page is a good starting point for understanding the range of services we cover across South Florida.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Palm Beach 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.