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If you live in North Miami, you already know the problem: your windows and doors aren’t just openings, they’re the first thing a hurricane finds. The salt air off Biscayne Bay eats aluminum frames. The concrete-block homes built here between 1950 and 1975 still have jalousie windows that insurance companies won’t cover. Ed Winslow and our crews at Winslow Windows & Doors handle these jobs every week, and we answer the phone ourselves, 24 hours a day, at (863) 656-0462. When you call about windows or doors in North Miami, a live person picks up and you get straight answers about impact ratings, Miami-Dade NOA requirements, and what the job will actually cost.
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 North Miami Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
Ed’s name is on the business, and he’s the one accountable if something isn’t right. That’s why we back every installation with the 36500-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. No ticket numbers, no corporate call centers. You call, we answer, and the owner stands behind the work.
We’ve installed impact windows and doors throughout North Miami’s older CBS ranch neighborhoods, from the tree-lined streets of Keystone Point to the mid-century blocks around Arch Creek East and the canal-front homes near Sans Souci. In those areas, the original aluminum frames have been sitting in salt air for 50 or 60 years, and we know what it takes to remove them without damaging the masonry opening. Our technicians are background-checked and uniformed, and every one of them carries Winslow’s published license number on the work order. You’ll know exactly who’s coming to your door before the truck pulls up.
We also keep our pricing honest. The estimate you receive is the price you pay. No change orders, no vague “additional materials” line items. And if you already have a written estimate from another company, we’ll give you a free second opinion. If you’re a senior or a veteran, you get 10% off automatically. If a repair runs over $200, take $40 off. Those aren’t promotions with an expiration date. They’re how we do business.
Windows & Doors Services We Offer in North Miami
Impact Windows
Impact windows are the flagship line for North Miami, and for good reason: this city sits entirely inside Miami-Dade’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, so every window we install must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance. Our impact units use laminated glass with design pressures matched to each opening, never a generic rating above +/-100. Learn more about our Impact Windows in North Miami.
Window Installation
Proper installation is where North Miami’s concrete-block homes separate the pros from the amateurs. We anchor frames into masonry, address deteriorated bucks, and seal against the salt air that accelerates corrosion within a few miles of Biscayne Bay. Learn more about our Window Installation in North Miami.
Window Replacement
When Citizens Insurance sends a non-renewal notice, it’s usually because original single-pane or jalousie windows no longer meet windstorm requirements. We handle full replacement projects, including the custom-width ordering that older North Miami openings often demand. Learn more about our Window Replacement in North Miami.
Door Installation
Exterior doors fail in North Miami the same way windows do: salt air, moisture intrusion, and decades of use without proper sealing. Our North Miami Door Installation team installs impact-rated entry doors and frame systems that meet HVHZ standards and stand up to the coastal environment.
Sliding Glass & Patio Doors
Sliding glass doors are the most vulnerable opening in any South Florida home. We install North Miami Sliding Glass & Patio Doors with impact-rated laminated glass, tested and approved under Florida Product Approval for Miami-Dade’s wind-load requirements.
Energy-Efficient Windows
Energy-Efficient Windows in North Miami use Low-E glass and insulated frames to reduce heat transfer from the midday sun. In North Miami, homeowners typically see a 20-30% reduction in cooling costs after replacing single-pane aluminum, depending on the home’s exposure and existing insulation.
Impact Garage Doors
Your garage door is the largest opening on your home and a common point of failure in wind events. We install Impact Garage Doors in North Miami, impact-rated and reinforced to Miami-Dade code so the door stays intact when the pressure differential tries to push it in or blow it out.
Custom & Geometric Windows
Mid-century North Miami ranches often have unusual window shapes, from trapezoids near roof gables to narrow sidelights beside entry doors. We order custom geometries, including ECO Window Systems and Mr-Glass units, fabricated to the exact opening dimensions, never forced to fit.
Roof Repair
Windows and doors aren’t the only openings that fail during wind storms. We repair roof leaks, damaged flashing, and missing shingles across North Miami, with the same live-answer phone line and same upfront pricing.
Roof Replacement & Installation
When a roof reaches the end of its life, we replace it with materials matched to Miami-Dade wind-load requirements, handling everything from tear-off to final inspection. The same 36500-Day Done Right Promise applies.
Shingle, Tile & Metal Roofing
We install three roofing systems depending on your home’s structure and budget: architectural asphalt shingles, concrete or clay tile, and standing-seam metal. Each meets Miami-Dade code when properly sized and fastened, and we pull permits and pass inspections on every job.
Neighborhoods We Serve in North Miami
Your windows and doors are a long-term investment in your home. Here are the North Miami neighborhoods where we spend the most time:
- Keystone Point - waterfront homes with large glass openings that need serious impact ratings.
- Arch Creek East - mid-century CBS ranches where original jalousie windows still appear in bedrooms and utility rooms.
- Sans Souci - canal-front properties where salt air accelerates frame corrosion.
- North Miami’s Westside - near NE 6th Avenue and Griffith Boulevard, where 1950s-era masonry homes need anchoring expertise.
- Central North Miami - around North Miami Avenue and the MOCA Plaza area, a mix of older ranch houses and newer construction.
Most Windows & Doors estimates in North Miami can be scheduled within a day or two of your call, and once your units are fabricated and on-site, installation often wraps up in as fast as a single day.
Why North Miami’s Climate & Housing Affect Windows & Doors
North Miami sits entirely within the High Velocity Hurricane Zone, which means every window and door installed here, even in a simple single-family retrofit, must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance. That’s the most stringent product certification in the country, and it’s one that many products sold freely elsewhere fail to meet. If you’re comparing quotes, ask every contractor to produce the NOA number for the exact configuration they’re proposing. If they can’t, walk away.
The city’s housing stock compounds the challenge. Most homes here are post-WWII concrete block and stucco structures built between roughly 1950 and the mid-1970s, and a surprising number still have original aluminum single-pane or jalousie windows set into masonry openings. Those jalousie windows void homeowner’s insurance under current Citizens rules, and converting the narrow opening to accept a standard impact casement or single-hung unit often requires custom-width ordering or frame-width reduction. That’s a job step out-of-county crews frequently underestimate, and it’s one of the most common reasons North Miami homeowners call us for a second opinion after getting a quote that didn’t account for it.
Salt-laden air off Biscayne Bay also does real damage. Aluminum frames within a few miles of the water oxidize faster than the same products inland, and frame fasteners corrode to the point where removal becomes a delicate operation. An installer who doesn’t plan for that ends up chipping the surrounding stucco or damaging the rough opening. We’ve done enough homes in Keystone Point and Sans Souci to know exactly what to expect before the first screw comes out.
Pricing for Windows & Doors in North Miami
Honest ranges beat vague promises. Here’s what North Miami homeowners typically spend on our work:
- Impact window replacement (per opening, standard size): $900-$1,800 installed, depending on design pressure, frame material, and whether the opening needs masonry work.
- Full-home impact window retrofit (10-15 openings, standard CBS ranch): $12,000-$24,000, including custom widths where needed.
- Impact sliding glass door (standard 2-panel, 72″ x 80″): $3,500-$6,000 installed.
- Entry door replacement (impact-rated, fiberglass or steel, standard 36″): $1,800-$4,200.
- Impact garage door (single-car, insulated): $2,500-$4,500.
- Custom or geometric window (per unit): $1,400-$5,000, depending on shape, glass type, and frame customization.
These are installed prices from recent North Miami jobs. Your exact number depends on the condition of the existing opening, the design pressure required for your specific location, and the frame line you choose. Custom fabrication runs 4-6 weeks. We never surprise you with change orders mid-job; the number on your estimate is the number on the invoice. Call (863) 656-0462 for an exact quote.
Florida Pays North Miami Homeowners Back
Impact windows and doors are expensive up front, but North Miami homeowners have a stack of incentives that blunt the cost. The My Safe Florida Home program provides matching grants up to $10,000 for qualifying wind-mitigation upgrades, including impact windows and doors. Florida also exempts impact-resistant windows and doors from sales tax. On the federal side, the 25C energy credit returns 30% of product cost, up to $600 per year, for qualifying energy-efficient units.
And then there’s the insurance math. After a wind-mitigation inspection (which typically runs $75-$150), most North Miami homeowners see windstorm-premium credits averaging around 25% on the windstorm portion of their policy. Your final numbers depend on your carrier and your specific inspection results, but over years of premiums, the savings often cover a meaningful slice of the installation cost. We can’t guarantee what any government program or insurance company will pay. We can guarantee the windows meet the code that makes those credits possible.
Service Area - Cities Near North Miami
We work throughout northeastern Miami-Dade. If you’re in Miami Beach, Miami, North Bay Village, or Surfside, we can help with the same live-answer phone line and the same 36500-Day Done Right Promise. Scheduling is coordinated from our South Florida office, and crews serve North Miami locally.
Serving North Miami, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the North Miami 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 North Miami
Impact windows are permanent protection, not something you haul out of the garage and hang when a storm approaches. In North Miami, the High Velocity Hurricane Zone requires every window and door to carry a Miami-Dade NOA, whether impact-rated or protected by an approved shutter system. Panels and accordion shutters can meet code, but they do nothing for energy efficiency, noise reduction, or everyday security, and windstorm-premium credits are typically lower for shutter-protected openings than for impact glass. Many North Miami homeowners choose impact windows because the protection is always in place, no panels to find and hang at the last minute. Call (863) 656-0462 to discuss which path makes sense for your home and your insurance policy.
Most North Miami homes spend between $900 and $1,800 per standard-size opening, with full-home retrofits running $12,000 to $24,000 depending on the number of openings and whether custom widths are required. Your exact number depends on design pressure requirements and frame material. Call (863) 656-0462 for a free written line-item estimate.
No. We quote upfront, we quote in writing, and the number on your estimate is the number on your invoice. The only exception is if you change the scope of the job yourself, like deciding mid-installation to add more windows or upgrade the frame line. Call (863) 656-0462 and we’ll tell you exactly what your project will cost before any work begins.
Yes. North Miami requires permits for window and door replacement, and we pull them on every job and schedule the inspections. Our work passes Miami-Dade’s HVHZ requirements, which is the highest bar in the country. If a contractor tells you permits aren’t necessary, they’re wrong, and their work won’t qualify for insurance credits. We handle all of it for you.
Once your custom units arrive, installation is typically as fast as a single day for most window and door packages. Custom fabrication runs 4-6 weeks from order date. We’ll give you a timeline at the estimate stage and stick to it. Call (863) 656-0462 to schedule your free estimate and get a written timeline for your specific project.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving North Miami with impact windows, doors, and roofing 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.
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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 North Miami Customers Say
"The old aluminium sliders howled every afternoon storm and swelter came straight through the glass. The new impact sliders shut with a sound like a bank vault and the back rooms finally hold their temperature."
- Percival Whitcombe"He replaced the front door and the garage door in the same week, both rated for impact, and lined the frames up so straight my level had nothing to say. My wife stopped hearing the highway from the front room."
- Maximilian Vasquez"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