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Windows and doors in Tamarac aren’t just an upgrade decision, they’re a code-compliance decision. This city sits entirely inside Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, which means every replacement window and door has to carry Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or a Broward-accepted equivalent. That’s the strictest impact standard in the country, and we work within it every single day. When you call (904) 747-8989, you’ll reach a live person who knows Tamarac’s permitting process, its housing stock, and what it takes to get an HVHZ-compliant installation through inspection the first time.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
Why Tamarac Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
Ed Winslow put his name on this company in 2011, and he still answers for every job we do. That means something in Tamarac, where a lot of the homes date back to the 1960s and 70s and the original windows have long outlived their useful life. Homeowners in the Woodlands and the Mainlands, two of the city’s most established neighborhoods, have called us for everything from jalousie replacements in enclosed lanais to full impact window retrofits on CBS construction. Our technicians arrive background-checked and in uniform, and our published address and license number mean you always know who you’re dealing with. The 36500-Day Done Right Promise backs every installation. If it’s not done right, we come back and make it right. No fine print, no expiration.
Windows & Doors Services We Offer in Tamarac
Impact Windows
Impact windows are the flagship line for Tamarac homes, and for good reason. Laminated impact glass with Miami-Dade NOA compliance is effectively mandatory on any replacement project here, not just an upgrade. We match design pressures to each opening individually, always rated for the actual wind load, never padded above +/-100 PSF.
Learn more about our Impact Windows in Tamarac.
Window Installation
Proper installation matters as much as the glass itself. We cut out old aluminum frames, correct any rusted or rotted track issues on the rough opening, and set the new unit plumb and square before sealing to HVHZ spec. Detail work on 50-year-old concrete block openings is something our crews handle constantly.
Learn more about our Window Installation in Tamarac.
Window Replacement
Most Tamarac homes are running original single-pane sliders and jalousies from the 1970s and early 80s. Those frames are failing, the tracks are jammed, and they offer zero hurricane protection. We replace them with impact-rated units that quiet the house down and actually hold up to a storm.
Learn more about our Window Replacement in Tamarac.
Door Installation
Front entry doors, French doors, side lights, and garage entry doors all need to meet the same HVHZ standard as windows. We install Therma-Tru and other approved door systems with proper anchoring and weather sealing for Florida’s wet season.
Need Tamarac Door Installation for a new front door or side entry? Call (904) 747-8989 and we’ll give you a straight answer on what fits your opening.
Sliding Glass & Patio Doors
Tamarac Sliding Glass & Patio Doors take a beating, especially the original aluminum units framed into 1970s Florida rooms. We replace them with impact-rated sliders that roll easily and seal tight, sized to the existing opening so you don’t pay for structural changes you don’t need.
Energy-Efficient Windows
Energy-Efficient Windows in Tamarac with Low-E glass and insulated frames make a measurable difference on cooling bills in a South Florida summer. Don’t expect miracles, maybe 20 to 30 percent off the cooling portion of your bill with a full replacement, but combined with impact protection, it’s the smartest window decision you can make here.
Impact Garage Doors
Your garage door is the largest opening on most Tamarac homes, and a standard non-rated door is the weak point of the whole envelope. We install Impact Garage Doors in Tamarac that brace the opening properly and keep wind-driven rain out of the house.
Custom & Geometric Windows
Trapezoids, half-rounds, angle-tops over entryways, we order them custom-fabricated to your exact rough opening. Plan on 4 to 6 weeks for fabrication once we confirm the measurements on site.
Roof Repair
A window and door envelope is only as good as the roof above it. We repair leaks, replace damaged shingles or tiles, and seal flashing points where water tries to get in around windows and doors from above.
Roof Replacement & Installation
Full roof replacement, including underlayment and water barrier work that ties into the window and door flashing system. We handle the whole exterior protection package so you don’t have to coordinate between companies.
Shingle, Tile & Metal Roofing
Tamarac’s older homes run everything from original barrel tile to architectural shingle to standing seam. We install all three, always thatched into the HVHZ nailing patterns and uplift ratings that Broward County enforces.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Tamarac
We work all over Tamarac, from the 55-plus communities clustered around the Mainlands to the single-family streets in the Woodlands and the condo villages off McNab Road. Typical response time for an estimate in Tamarac is same-week, often faster when we’re already running a crew in your part of town.
- Kings Point
- The Mainlands
- Westwood Community
- Woodlands
- Gateway
Why Tamarac’s Climate & Housing Affect Windows & Doors
Tamarac’s housing stock was built out almost entirely between the mid-1960s and mid-1980s, and it shows. The typical home here is CBS construction, concrete block and stucco, with original aluminum-framed single-pane windows. Horizontal sliders and jalousies were the standard, and they’re now 40 to 55 years old. Frames have corroded at the corners, seals have failed, tracks are packed with debris, and none of it meets today’s HVHZ code. Broward County’s position is clear: no topographic protection, inland location or not, and impact-rated glazing is expected on replacement jobs rather than relying on exterior shutter systems. Add in the fact that many 1970s Florida rooms and patio enclosures were built with such narrow clearances that accordion shutters would never fit, and the case for impact windows basically writes itself. On the 55-plus condo side, jalousie windows in bathrooms and utility rooms are routine inspection flags during any permitted renovation, one of the most common surprise line items we see on Tamarac estimates.
Pricing for Windows & Doors in Tamarac
Straight numbers help you plan, so here’s what we see on real Tamarac jobs:
| Work | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Impact window replacement, per opening | $900 - $1,800 installed |
| Standard non-impact window replacement | $550 - $1,000 installed |
| Impact front entry door | $2,200 - $4,500 installed |
| Impact sliding glass door | $3,500 - $6,800 installed |
| Impact garage door retrofit | $2,500 - $5,500 installed |
| Jalousie-to-impact retrofit (per unit) | $750 - $1,400 |
These aren’t bids, they’re planning ranges based on jobs we’ve actually done in Tamarac. Your exact number depends on size, current framing condition, and which product line you choose. We give written, line-item quotes, no change orders, and the price we quote is the price you pay. Call (904) 747-8989 to get real numbers for your house.
Florida Pays Tamarac Homeowners Back
There’s real money on the table for Tamarac homeowners right now, and it stacks. My Safe Florida Home offers matching grants up to $10,000 for qualifying wind-mitigation upgrades, and impact windows qualify as the single biggest line item. Florida also exempts impact-resistant windows and doors from sales tax. At the federal level, the 25C energy credit returns 30 percent of product cost, up to $600 per year on qualifying units. Once the work is done, a wind-mitigation inspection, typically $75 to $150, lets your carrier apply windstorm-premium credits, often around 25 percent off the windstorm portion. The final numbers are set by the state and your insurance company, not by us, so we’ll point you to the programs without promising a check amount. One thing we can promise: impact windows beat the shutter routine every time. No panels to haul out of a garage, no mounting hardware to corrode, and protection that’s already in place when a Cat 3 hits at 3 a.m. If you’re comparing a big-box retail install against a licensed impact specialist, ask who handles the permit, who passes the Broward inspection, and who answers the phone if a unit fails. We know our answers.
Service Area - Cities Near Tamarac
While this page covers Tamarac, we also work regularly in the communities around it. See our services in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Wilton Manors, and Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
Serving Tamarac, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Tamarac area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Windows & Doors in Tamarac
Expect to pay roughly $900 to $1,800 per opening installed, depending on size and product line. A typical 1970s CBS home with 8 to 10 windows usually lands between $8,000 and $15,000 for a full impact retrofit. Call (904) 747-8989 for an exact quote, estimates are free and written.
Yes. Every window and door replacement in Tamarac requires a Broward County permit, and because the city sits in the HVHZ, the specs get reviewed against Miami-Dade NOA or Broward-accepted equivalent standards. We pull the permits, handle the inspections, and don’t start until everything’s filed. Call (904) 747-8989 and we’ll walk you through the process for your specific property.
No. Jalousie windows, the old louvered glass ones common in bathrooms, utility rooms, and enclosed lanais of 1970s Tamarac condo units, are explicitly non-compliant under current HVHZ code. Broward inspectors routinely flag them during any permitted renovation, and the fix is full replacement, not repair. If you’re on an HOA board, call (904) 747-8989 and we’ll come give you a run-down on what inspection will flag before it happens.
No. We give written, line-item quotes and we don’t do change orders. If we find something hidden in your rough opening, which happens often on Tamarac homes with 50-year-old framing that’s rusted through, we stop and talk to you first. What we quote is what you pay. Call (904) 747-8989 and we’ll put that in writing for your specific project.
Once your custom units arrive, which typically runs 4 to 6 weeks for fabrication, the actual install can be as fast as a single day for a standard single-story home. Multi-story or complex geometric openings add time. We schedule around your calendar once we know what you’re having done. Call (904) 747-8989 for a timeline on your specific job.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Tamarac and the surrounding communities since founding the company in 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.
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What Neighbors Say About Winslow Windows & Doors
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local windows & doors pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Tamarac Customers Say
"Excellent work and a fair price for what it is, though impact glass is never cheap and one bedroom window arrived with a scratched pane. Ed flagged it before I saw it and the replacement went in without me chasing anyone."
- Bartholomew Crenshaw"Three big companies quoted us and every one sent a salesman with a leased truck. Ed turned up in a truck with his own name on the door, quoted less, and his crew were the same faces on day one and day nine."
- Yolanda Betancourt"Our insurance agent asked for the wind mitigation paperwork and Ed had the whole file ready the day the job closed, every opening photographed. The premium conversation went very differently this year."
- Odessa Fairbanks