Fort Myers & Southwest Florida
Impact Windows & Doors in Fort Myers, FL
Impact windows and doors protect openings from wind-borne debris during a hurricane and can replace the need to put up shutters every storm. They can also improve security, reduce outside noise and help with energy efficiency. We'll match you with up to 3 licensed local pros who install impact windows and doors in your area.
- Free, and you're never obligated to hire
- Up to 3 licensed contractors who serve your ZIP code
- Verify any Florida license before you sign
What impact windows & doors usually includes
- Measuring openings and recommending products rated for your home's wind zone
- Removing old windows, sliders and doors
- Installing impact-rated windows, sliding glass doors and entry doors
- Impact-rated garage doors or bracing upgrades
- Sealing, flashing, trim and stucco or drywall patching
- Permits, product approval paperwork and inspections
What affects the price
- The number and size of openings, especially large sliders
- Frame material, glass options and the design pressure rating required
- Whether openings need resizing or structural changes
- Stucco, trim and interior finish repair around each opening
- Manufacturer lead times, which can lengthen before and after hurricane season
Every project is different. The only reliable price is a written quote for your project, which is why we match you with up to 3 pros to compare.
Impact Windows & Doors in Southwest Florida: what to know
- In much of coastal Southwest Florida, which falls in a wind-borne debris region under the Florida Building Code, new and replacement windows and doors generally must be impact-rated or protected by approved shutters.
- Products must carry Florida product approval for their rating, and replacements need a permit from your city or county building department.
- Opening protection can be part of a wind mitigation inspection, which some insurers use for premium credits. Ask your insurer what they consider.
- Ordering well before hurricane season helps because demand and lead times can climb as the season approaches.
General information, not legal or code advice. Requirements vary by city and county, so confirm them with your contractor or local building department.
Impact Windows & Doors FAQs
- Are impact windows required in Southwest Florida?
- For new and replacement windows in wind-borne debris regions, the Florida Building Code generally requires impact-rated products or approved shutters. Whether that applies depends on your exact location, and your contractor can confirm it for your address.
- Do impact windows replace hurricane shutters?
- Properly rated and installed impact windows and doors are designed to serve as opening protection without shutters. Confirm the products' ratings with your contractor.
- Can I replace only some of my windows?
- Many homeowners phase replacement, often starting with the largest openings or the side facing prevailing storms. Ask how a partial replacement affects your wind mitigation inspection and insurance.
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Roofing
Roof replacement and repair for shingle, tile and metal roofs.
Storm & Hurricane Damage Repair
Roof, wind, water and flood damage repairs after hurricanes and storms.
New Home Construction
Custom homes and rebuilds on your lot, from plans to final inspection.
Popular areas for impact windows & doors
- Fort Myers Lee County
- Cape Coral Lee County
- North Fort Myers Lee County
- Lehigh Acres Lee County
- Fort Myers Beach Lee County
- Estero Lee County