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Door Installation services in Palm Beach mean putting an impact-rated, code-compliant door between your home and South Florida’s hurricane season – and doing it right the first time. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing and replacing exterior doors across Palm Beach since 2011, and Ed Winslow’s name is on every job we do. Call us at (561) 831-7863 anytime – a live person answers around the clock, no voicemail, no callback queue.
Palm Beach sits on a barrier island with direct Atlantic exposure. That geography matters when you’re choosing a door. What passes code in Boca Raton’s interior neighborhoods doesn’t necessarily meet the wind-load requirements for a property on South Ocean Boulevard or in the Estate Section near the Intracoastal. We know the local requirements, the county permit process, and which products hold up when a Category 2 or 3 storm comes ashore – because we’ve seen what happens when the wrong door gets installed.
Our Door Installation in Palm Beach service covers the full spectrum, and storm and exterior doors are the core of it. Whether you’re replacing a weathered entry door that’s been letting salt air in around the frame for years or upgrading to a fully impact-rated system before storm season, we’ll walk you through the options honestly and give you upfront pricing before a single screw turns.
When You Need Storm & Exterior Doors
- Your current door doesn’t meet current Miami-Dade or Palm Beach County wind-load requirements. If your home was built before 2002 and the doors haven’t been replaced, there’s a good chance they fall short of post-Andrew codes. In Palm Beach’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, that’s not a minor detail – it’s a structural vulnerability.
- You’re seeing daylight or feeling air movement around the door frame. Salt air intrusion is one of the most common complaints we hear from Palm Beach homeowners, particularly in older estates near the ocean. A compromised seal drives up cooling costs and quietly corrodes the frame from the inside.
- The door has visible rust, rot, or warping. Fiberglass and steel doors in humid coastal climates take a beating. When a steel door starts rusting along the bottom rail or a wood door swells so badly it won’t latch cleanly, replacement is almost always more cost-effective than repair.
- Your insurance carrier is asking for impact-rated documentation. This comes up constantly in Palm Beach. Carriers have tightened requirements, and homeowners who can’t produce a Notice of Acceptance (NOA) for their door and frame assembly sometimes face policy cancellation or premium increases. We install products with current NOA documentation and pull permits so you have the paperwork.
- You’re doing a renovation and want the entry to match the home’s character. Palm Beach architecture ranges from Mediterranean Revival to mid-century modern to contemporary coastal. Therma-Tru’s fiberglass door systems, for example, offer a range of finishes that hold up in salt air without the maintenance burden of real wood – an option we recommend frequently in this market.
- The door is hard to lock, sticks seasonally, or the deadbolt doesn’t align. Frame shift is common in older Palm Beach homes where the foundation has settled. Sometimes it’s a hardware adjustment, sometimes the whole unit needs to go. We’ll tell you honestly which situation you’re in – no upselling a replacement when an adjustment fixes it.
Our Storm & Exterior Doors Process
- Free on-site assessment and upfront quote. We come out, measure the rough opening, assess the existing frame and any water damage behind it, and check the wall assembly for the appropriate backing. In Palm Beach, we also confirm the applicable wind-load zone and whether a Miami-Dade product approval is required for your specific location. You get a written quote before we leave – no estimates that balloon after the job starts.
- Product selection and order. We’ll walk you through options from our authorized brand lineup – PGT and CGI for impact-rated systems, Therma-Tru for fiberglass entry doors that combine aesthetics with performance. We factor in your home’s style, your budget, and the specific exposure of your property. A door on the south side of a Palm Beach estate facing open water needs to be specified differently than a side entry in a more sheltered location.
- Permit pull and scheduling. We handle the Palm Beach County building permit. This step matters – unpermitted door work can create complications when you sell, refinance, or file an insurance claim. We schedule the installation once the permit is in hand, and we confirm the appointment window with you directly.
- Installation by background-checked, uniformed technicians. Our crew arrives in uniform and you’ll know who’s coming before the truck pulls up. The old door and frame come out cleanly, the rough opening gets inspected for rot or moisture damage (common in coastal construction), flashing and sill panning are installed to manufacturer spec, and the new unit is set, leveled, and tested before we leave.
- Inspection and sign-off. For permitted work in Palm Beach, a county inspector signs off on the installation. We coordinate the inspection and make sure everything is ready. You receive a copy of the signed permit card and any NOA documentation for your records – useful for insurance purposes.
- Final walk-through and the 36500-Day Done Right Promise. Ed’s standard is simple: if it’s not done right, we make it right. That’s the 36500-Day Done Right Promise, and it’s not a warranty card you’ll hunt for in a drawer – it’s the commitment that comes with Ed’s name being on the business. We do a final walk-through with you, test the hardware, confirm the weatherstripping seals correctly, and answer any questions about maintenance.
Storm & Exterior Doors Pricing in Palm Beach
Storm and exterior door replacement in Palm Beach typically runs between $1,200 and $5,500 installed, depending on door type, impact rating, size, and the condition of the existing frame. Here’s how the major variables break down:
| Door Type | Typical Installed Range (Palm Beach Market) |
|---|---|
| Standard fiberglass entry door (non-impact) | $1,200 – $2,200 |
| Impact-rated fiberglass entry door (single) | $1,800 – $3,200 |
| Impact-rated steel entry door (single) | $1,600 – $2,800 |
| Impact-rated double entry door system | $3,200 – $5,500+ |
| Frame replacement (if existing frame is damaged) | $300 – $900 additional |
A few things drive cost up or down in Palm Beach specifically. Older homes in the North End and Estate Section often have non-standard rough openings – doors were built to custom dimensions that don’t match modern stock sizes, which means custom-order units or careful modification work. Salt corrosion in the sill and frame area also adds labor when there’s hidden rot behind the drywall or stucco. We price that honestly upfront if we can see it during the assessment, and we’ll flag it immediately if we find something unexpected once the old door is out.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors – particularly PGT and CGI units – cost more than standard doors, and they’re worth it in Palm Beach. The difference in insurance premium savings over five to ten years frequently offsets a meaningful portion of the upfront cost, and you’re not starting each storm season wondering whether your entry door is the weak point in your home’s envelope.
If your project runs over $200, our $40 off any repair over $200 offer applies. Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount on all work – no expiration, no fine print. And if you’ve already received a written estimate from another contractor, we’ll give you a free second opinion so you can compare with confidence.
Call (561) 831-7863 for a free estimate. Estimates are written, itemized, and don’t change once you’ve agreed to them.
Why Palm Beach Homeowners Call Winslow
Palm Beach has no shortage of contractors. What it does have a shortage of is contractors who know this specific market – the wind-load zones on the island’s east-facing properties, the Miami-Dade product approval requirements, the aesthetic expectations of homes in the Midtown area or along the South End, and the permit process at Palm Beach County’s Building Division.
Ed Winslow founded this company in 2011. He’s locally owned, owner-operated, and his license number is published – not tucked away. When you call (561) 831-7863, you’re not reaching a national call center that dispatches a subcontractor you’ve never heard of. You’re reaching a local business where the owner’s name is on the truck, the permit, and the promise.
We’re also an authorized installer for PGT and CGI – two brands that dominate impact-rated door and window products in South Florida for good reason. Both carry current Miami-Dade product approvals and have track records in coastal installations that go back decades. When we specify a product for your Palm Beach home, it’s because it’s right for the exposure and the building – not because it’s the fastest thing we can get on a truck.
Background-checked technicians, uniforms on every job, and a live person on the phone at 2 a.m. if something comes up before a storm – those aren’t marketing points. They’re the way Ed runs the business because that’s what he’d want if the roles were reversed.
FAQs – Storm & Exterior Doors in Palm Beach
Do I need a permit to replace an exterior door in Palm Beach?
Yes, in almost every case. Palm Beach County requires a building permit for exterior door replacement, and Palm Beach’s location in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone means the door and installation method must comply with specific wind-load standards. Unpermitted door work can affect your homeowner’s insurance coverage and create problems at resale. We pull the permit as part of our standard process – it’s included in the project, not an add-on. Call (561) 831-7863 if you want to talk through what’s required for your specific address.
How much does impact door installation cost in Palm Beach?
Impact-rated exterior door installation in Palm Beach typically runs between $1,800 and $5,500 installed, depending on whether it’s a single or French & Double Door unit, the product line, and the condition of the existing frame. PGT and CGI impact door systems sit toward the higher end of that range but carry current Miami-Dade product approvals and are built specifically for South Florida’s coastal exposure. Frame damage from salt corrosion can add to the cost, which we’ll identify during the free estimate. Call (561) 831-7863 for an exact quote – it’s free and written.
What’s the difference between a storm door and an impact door?
A storm door is a secondary door installed in front of an existing Entry Door – typically an aluminum-framed screen or glass unit that adds a layer of weather protection. An impact door replaces the primary entry door and is engineered to resist hurricane-force winds and flying debris as a standalone unit, meeting Miami-Dade or Florida Building Code standards. In Palm Beach, most homeowners replacing an exterior door for storm protection should be looking at impact-rated primary door systems, not storm door add-ons. We’ll tell you clearly which solution fits your situation after looking at the opening and your home’s overall envelope.
How long does exterior door installation take?
Most single exterior door replacements take four to six hours on the day of installation – from removing the old door and frame to completing the installation, sealing, and hardware check. Double door systems or situations with frame rot or non-standard rough openings can take a full day. The longer part of the timeline is usually the permit and product lead time: allow one to three weeks from your signed contract to installation day, depending on current county permit turnaround and product availability. We’ll give you a realistic schedule during the estimate, not an optimistic one we can’t deliver. Call (561) 831-7863 to get the process started.
Key Takeaways
- Storm and exterior door installation in Palm Beach requires compliance with High-Velocity Hurricane Zone wind-load standards – permits are required and we handle them.
- Installed costs typically range from $1,200 to $5,500+ depending on door type, impact rating, and frame condition.
- We’re authorized installers for PGT and CGI impact products and Therma-Tru fiberglass door systems – all carry current product approvals for Florida’s coastal market.
- Ed Winslow’s name is on every job, backed by the 36500-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we come back.
- Live phone answer 24/7 at (561) 831-7863 – no voicemail, no call centers.
- Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount. Repairs over $200 save $40. Free second opinions on written estimates.
- No trip charge for service inside Palm Beach County.
Get a Free Estimate on Storm & Exterior Door Installation in Palm Beach
If your entry door is due for replacement – or you’re not sure whether it meets current code – the conversation starts with a free on-site estimate. We come out, look at what you have, and give you a written quote with no obligation and no pressure. Upfront pricing means the number we quote is the number on the invoice.
Winslow Windows & Doors has been part of the Palm Beach community since 2011. Ed’s name is on the door – and on every job we do. Call (561) 831-7863 today. Someone will answer.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Palm Beach 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.