Awning Windows

Awning Windows in Fort Lauderdale, FL | Winslow Windows & Doors

Awning windows are top-hinged, crank-out units that let you keep fresh air moving even when a Florida afternoon shower rolls through. Because the sash opens outward from the bottom, rain sheds away from the opening instead of dripping onto your sill. For Fort Lauderdale homeowners, that’s a real advantage during our summer storm season. Winslow Windows & Doors installs impact-rated awning windows across PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines, always set level, plumb, and square to hold their Miami-Dade NOA rating. Call (904) 747-8989 to talk through configurations and schedule a free on-site measurement.

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Product Overview - Awning Windows

An awning window hinges at the top and cranks outward from the bottom, which gives you ventilation without surrendering weather protection. Crack one open during a light rain and the glass itself acts as a small canopy. That’s a detail Fort Lauderdale homeowners learn to appreciate quickly, especially in kitchens, bathrooms, and anywhere you want airflow without a big visual footprint.

These are impact units, not decorative add-ons. The laminated impact glass carries a PVB interlayer that holds the pane in the frame under impact, even when the glass fractures. The frame is weathertight, engineered for the wind pressures we see along the Broward coast, and tested under the TAS protocol family that governs High-Velocity Hurricane Zone products. We install them in concrete block, wood frame, and CBS construction throughout Fort Lauderdale, from Victoria Park to Rio Vista to Coral Ridge.

Architecturally, awning windows work well where you want a wide, horizontal sightline. They pair naturally above doors, under fixed picture windows, and along walls where a tall casement or double-hung would look out of proportion. The crank mechanism gives you mechanical leverage, so larger sashes operate smoothly without the friction issues you sometimes get with sliders after years of salt air exposure.

Frame options come in aluminum or vinyl, both built to handle South Florida’s humidity and UV load. The aluminum carries a factory-applied finish that resists chalk and fade. The vinyl resists salt corrosion and never needs painting. Whichever frame you choose, the fastening schedule and perimeter seal are what preserve the NOA rating on your specific configuration, and that’s where installation quality matters as much as the product itself.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what we order and install for awning window projects in Fort Lauderdale. Every configuration gets checked against the wind zone at your address before we quote it.

• Frame materials: Aluminum or vinyl, both engineered for coastal exposure
• Impact glazing: Laminated impact glass with a PVB interlayer, available with Low-E insulated glass, tinted glass, or clear glass
• Finish colors: White, almond, bronze, black, or tan
• Screen options: Fixed screen or retractable screen
• Operation: Top-hinged crank-out sash with multi-point locking hardware
• Design pressure: Matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100 PSF, never higher than your structure requires
• Compliance: Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers available per configuration, engineered to FBC High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements

We don’t stock one-size-fits-all units and force them into your openings. Measurements are taken opening by opening, and the quote specifies the exact configuration, glazing, finish, and design pressure rating for each window.

Hurricane & Compliance Performance

Laminated Impact Glass
The impact layer is a PVB interlayer sandwiched between glass lites. Under impact, the glass may crack but the interlayer holds the pane in the frame, keeping wind, water, and debris outside your Fort Lauderdale home. This is the same glazing principle used in Miami-Dade approved curtain wall systems.

Miami-Dade NOA / Florida Product Approval
Each configuration carries a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance and Florida Product Approval number, issued per specific size, frame, and glazing combination. We verify the exact NOA number against your quote before permitting. Never assume one approval covers every configuration.

FBC / HVHZ Compliance
These awning windows are engineered to Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. HVHZ is the stricter standard that governs Broward and Miami-Dade counties, and it applies to every component, including frame, glazing, hardware, and anchorage.

TAS 201 / 202 / 203 Testing Context
HVHZ-rated products are tested under a protocol family: TAS 201 for large-missile impact, TAS 202 for cyclic wind-pressure loading, and TAS 203 for forced-entry resistance. This is the test sequence that simulates what a hurricane actually does to a window, repeated wind gusts and debris strikes, not a single lab event.

Design Pressure for Your Wind Zone
Design pressure gets matched to the wind zone at your specific Fort Lauderdale address. We quote up to +/-100 PSF where the zone calls for it, and we never upsell a higher rating than your structure requires. The DP rating is what your engineer and building department review on the approval documents.

Energy Performance
Low-E and insulated glass options are available for homes that want impact protection plus thermal performance. Low-E coatings reduce the solar heat that hits east- and west-facing windows in Fort Lauderdale, and insulated units cut the heat transfer that drives up cooling costs in summer.

Color & Glass Options

Awning windows in Fort Lauderdale tend to follow the architectural language of the house. White and almond are the natural choice for the Mediterranean and Key West style homes in neighborhoods like Victoria Park and Sailboat Bend. Bronze and black frames read more contemporary and hold their own on the modern builds going up in Flagler Village and along Las Olas. Tan works well on homes with shell stone or travertine accents where a softer frame color helps the window disappear into the wall.

On the glass side, clear laminated impact glass is the straightforward choice when you want maximum visible light. Tinted glass cuts glare and solar gain on windows that face the afternoon sun, and it adds a bit of daytime privacy. Low-E insulated glass is the energy-conscious option, pairing the impact interlayer with a thermal break and a Low-E coating that reflects heat while keeping the view. In a Fort Lauderdale climate where the AC runs nine months a year, the insulated option often makes sense for south and west facing walls.

Screen choice comes down to how you use the window. Fixed screens sit in place year-round. Retractable screens roll out of the way when you don’t need them, which keeps sightlines cleaner and works well on windows that are primarily decorative or located where you rarely open them.

Installation by Winslow Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale

An awning window that meets Miami-Dade NOA standards on paper only performs to that standard if it’s installed correctly. We’ve seen the alternative: windows pulled from openings after storms because the perimeter seal failed, or the frame wasn’t anchored to the structure the way the approval documents specify. The NOA rating covers the product and the approved installation method, not just the glass.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the existing opening. We check the rough opening for rot, shifting, and the condition of the existing buck or frame. Then we set the new window level, plumb, and square, shimming where necessary so the sash operates smoothly and the weatherstripping seats evenly around the entire perimeter. The unit gets sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam around the frame, which creates a continuous air and water barrier without bowing the frame. Our installation practice follows AAMA 2400 and 2410 standards for window installation.

After the window is set and sealed, we run a water test on the installation and check crank operation, lock engagement, and screen fit. We also walk you through the operation and maintenance points before we leave.

Fort Lauderdale adds its own layer of considerations. Coastal exposure means the fasteners and anchorage need to be specified for salt air, and the wind zone at your address dictates the design pressure the window carries. Permitting in Broward County and the City of Fort Lauderdale requires the Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation for your specific configuration, and we handle that submittal as part of the project. If you’re in an HVHZ jurisdiction, the inspector checks the product approvals against the permit, and that documentation has to match the exact windows installed.

Frequently Asked Questions - Awning Windows

What wind zone and design pressure are these awning windows rated for?
The design pressure is matched to the wind zone at your specific Fort Lauderdale address, up to +/-100 PSF. We never quote a higher DP than your structure requires. The exact figure for your opening comes from your engineer or from the FBC wind zone map, and we confirm it before we order the windows. Call (904) 747-8989 and we’ll check your address against the current wind zone tables.

What is the lead time on awning windows?
Lead time depends on the configuration, frame material, glass package, and the manufacturer’s current production schedule. Custom sizes and Low-E insulated glazing typically add time compared to stock units. We’ll give you a written estimate of the production window when we quote the project, and we’ll keep you updated if the schedule shifts. Call (904) 747-8989 for a current lead time estimate on your configuration.

Does my permit require a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval submittal?
Yes, in Fort Lauderdale and most Broward County jurisdictions the permit package requires the Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation for the exact window configuration being installed. We pull those documents for your specific sizes and glazing packages and include them with the permit submittal. The approval number on your permit has to match the product label on the windows, and we handle that verification on every project.

Can I customize the size or configuration?
Awning windows are available in a range of standard and custom sizes, and the crank operation can be configured for left-hand or right-hand placement. The frame, finish, glass, and screen are all selected per opening. The catch is that the NOA rating applies to a specific configuration, so we verify the approval exists for any custom size before we include it in your quote. Call (904) 747-8989 with your opening dimensions and we’ll check availability.

How do I maintain the frame and hardware?
Wash the frame and glass with mild soap and water, and wipe down the gaskets and weatherstripping twice a year. The crank mechanism benefits from a light silicone lubricant on the hinge points annually. In a Fort Lauderdale coastal environment, rinse the frame a couple times a year to remove salt accumulation, especially on oceanfront properties. If the crank ever feels stiff, don’t force it. Contact us and we’ll assess the hardware before a minor issue becomes a replacement.

Get a Quote - Awning Windows in Fort Lauderdale

Ready to price awning windows for your Fort Lauderdale home? Winslow Windows & Doors will measure your openings, check the wind zone, and put a written line-item quote in front of you with the exact configurations, finishes, and approval numbers. No pressure, no change orders. Call (904) 747-8989 to schedule your free on-site measurement and start the conversation.

Written by the team at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Fort Lauderdale and Broward County with hurricane-impact window installation since our founding.