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Average Cost of Impact Windows in Broward County

The average cost of impact windows in South Florida depends on how many openings your home has, how big they are, and which frame and glass you choose. No single number fits every home. This guide explains the price drivers for Fort Lauderdale and Broward County homes, what a clear quote should show, and how to get an exact figure.

What Impact Windows Are and Who They Are For

Impact windows are windows with laminated, impact-resistant glass. They’re built to resist wind-borne debris and the pressure changes that come with storms.

Florida law limits how these products get marketed. A product can’t be sold as hurricane or impact protection unless it is approved under the state’s system. Fla. Stat. § 553.842 lists windows among the categories that must be approved this way.

Our team can walk you through impact window options during your free first consultation, which is confidential, with no obligation to continue. You can ask for the product approval paperwork before you sign anything.

Impact windows suit homeowners in Fort Lauderdale and across Broward County who are replacing aging or non-impact windows. They also suit owners upgrading during a kitchen or whole-home renovation. For background on the product, read our impact windows guide.

What the Price of Impact Windows Covers

A complete quote lists each cost on its own line. It should include the window unit, impact-rated glass, frame, hardware and locks, sealing, installation labor, and removal of old units. An itemized quote shows exactly what each line item covers, so you can understand the scope of your own project.

Ask whether removal and disposal of old windows is included. Ask whether site prep and trim are part of the price or an add-on. A missing line item can change your final bill.

Permits belong on the quote too. Permit requirements for window projects can vary by location, so our team reviews the details of each job with you during your free first consultation, which is confidential, with no obligation to continue.

Your written quote should also name the product line, glass type, frame material, and warranty terms. Those four details show exactly what you are approving.

What Drives the Cost of Impact Windows

Frame material, glass type, window size and count, site conditions, and installation complexity drive most of the price. Each one changes either the unit price or the labor.

Frame material. Vinyl and aluminum frames differ in price. They also suit different homes and styles. Ask the estimator which frame fits each opening and why.

Glass type. Laminated glass has layers bonded to a plastic interlayer, so it holds together when struck. The AAMA Gold Label applies to the complete window or door product, not to the glass alone. The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance states that Gold Label windows have undergone independent performance testing and ongoing manufacturing inspections.

Size and count. Large, custom, or oversized openings cost more per unit than standard sizes.

Site conditions. Stories, access, wall construction, and the condition of existing openings all affect labor. A second-story opening takes more setup than one on the ground floor.

Installation complexity. Retrofit openings differ from new construction openings. Structural or trim work adds time and cost.

Before you agree to any work, make sure your estimate spells out exactly what is included, such as whether removal of old materials is part of the price. Our team can walk you through every line item during your free first consultation, which is confidential, with no obligation to continue.

Cost Per Unit, Cost Per Square Foot, and Full-Home Installation

Window pricing is usually set per opening. A per-square-foot view can help you judge the size of the whole project.

Per-unit pricing adds up each opening’s size, frame, and glass. A per-square-foot view divides the cost by total glass area. That helps when your openings vary widely in size.

Replacing all openings in one project spreads setup and scheduling across more windows. Phasing the work means repeated trips, separate scheduling, and repeated site preparation.

For a home of about 2,000 square feet, the total turns on three things. Those are how many openings there are, how big each one is, and how many stories the house has. Counting these on site helps the estimate reflect your home’s conditions, though it may change with site findings or the final scope.

Impact windows and hurricane shutters take different tradeoffs. Shutters must be put up and taken down before storms, so they need storage and handling. Impact windows stay in place, keep your view and daylight, and need routine checks of seals and hardware. The ENERGY STAR residential windows program notes that its certified products can produce household energy savings, and this statement applies only to products that carry that certification.

How the Free Estimate Process Works

ASP Superhome offers a free first consultation. It is confidential, with no obligation to continue.

1. Contact us. Schedule your first consultation with ASP Superhome.
2. Measure. The estimator measures each opening and reviews the frame, glass, and installation conditions.
3. Receive a written estimate. You get an itemized scope, product details, and a timeline.
4. Decide at your pace. Review the quote, ask questions, and decide. If you proceed, scheduling follows.

Time from consultation to installation follows the product order and scheduling steps. Florida law also sets rules for the paperwork.

Residential contracts must include a written statement on the Florida Homeowners’ Construction Recovery Fund. The exception applies only where all labor and materials total $2,500 or less.

If your agreement is a home solicitation sale, Florida law lets you cancel until midnight of the third business day after you sign. Cancellation can be given in writing.

Why Choose ASP Superhome for Impact Windows

ASP Superhome handles impact windows, impact doors, metal and tile roofing, roof repair, roof replacement, solar panels, solar battery backup, and kitchen remodeling. One provider for all of these lets you plan openings and other upgrades in one conversation.

ASP Superhome serves South Florida homeowners, including those in the Fort Lauderdale area. Our team can answer questions on each line of your quote.

When you request a quote, ask for the scope in writing. Confirm the product line, glass type, frame material, warranty terms, removal, permit responsibility, and payment timing. Those points let you judge the quote on its scope, not just its total.

Common Questions About Impact Window Costs

Most cost questions come down to scope, product approval, and paperwork.

Request Your Impact Window Quote

If your Fort Lauderdale home still has older windows that aren’t impact-rated, this is the next step. Start by counting your windows, noting each size, and listing which floor each one is on. That list helps the estimator build an exact scope.

Then reach out to ASP Superhome to book your consultation and get an itemized written quote for every opening.