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Door installation for French and double doors in Miami Springs typically runs between $1,200 and $4,800 installed, depending on the door size, material, impact rating, and glass configuration. Most projects are scheduled and completed within one to two days once materials are on hand. At Winslow Windows & Doors, Ed Winslow has overseen this exact work since 2011 – and every installation we do in Miami Springs is backed by our Done Right Promise.
French and double doors are one of the most visible investments a Miami Springs homeowner can make. They define the front elevation of a house, open up back patios and pool decks to natural light, and – when they’re impact-rated – do it all while meeting Miami-Dade’s strict wind-load and opening-protection codes. We’re an authorized installer for Therma-Tru and PGT, two of the most respected names in impact-rated entry and patio door systems, and we work with ViewLux for custom glass configurations when a standard catalog option won’t cut it. We also specialize in Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors for maximum protection.
If you’re weighing a new set of French doors for your front entry or a wide double-door configuration for your rear patio, we’re the locally owned crew that will actually show up on time, give you a real price upfront, and stand behind the work for a very long time. Call us at (239) 310-4121 – a live person answers every call, around the clock. And if you want a fuller picture of everything we handle, visit our Door Installation in Miami Springs page.
When You Need French & Double Doors
- Your current entry doors are single-panel and undersized for the opening. Many older Miami Springs homes – particularly the ranch-style properties near Curtiss Parkway and the streets surrounding Melrose Golf Course – were built with 32- or 34-inch single doors. A proper French or double-door set opens the entryway to 60, 64, or even 72 inches, which changes the entire face of the home.
- You’re failing Miami-Dade opening-protection requirements. Miami-Dade County requires that exterior door openings meet specific wind-load and impact standards. If your existing doors are not Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) certified, a permit-required renovation or sale inspection can flag them. We install doors that carry the NOA and meet the Florida Building Code.
- Your current doors are drafty, water-infiltrating, or thermally inefficient. The humidity that rolls off the Miami River corridor and the afternoon storms that pile up over Miami Springs in summer are tough on door seals. If you’re seeing daylight at the frame edges, warped wood stiles, or a spike in your FPL bill, the door is working against you.
- You’re opening up a back patio, pool deck, or sunroom. French doors – hinged, outswing or inswing – are the standard choice for transitions to screened enclosures and pool areas across the Springs. They let in natural light while staying fully rated against the elements.
- You’re replacing storm-damaged or operationally failed doors. A door that won’t latch, has a bent frame from a prior impact, or has glass that’s fogged from seal failure is both a security issue and an energy drain. We see this regularly on homes along Flamingo Drive and in the Deer Run neighborhood after active storm seasons.
- You want to match a recently updated facade or addition. If you’ve re-roofed, re-stuccoed, or added square footage, mismatched doors read immediately. A new French or double-door set ties the exterior together and adds to appraised value – which matters in a market as competitive as Miami Springs real estate.
Our French & Double Doors Process
- Free on-site estimate with upfront pricing. We send a uniformed, background-checked team member to your Miami Springs home to measure the rough opening, assess the existing frame and threshold condition, check the sill slope for drainage, and confirm what the final opening width will be after installation. You get a written price before we schedule anything. No trip charge for homes in our home county, and no obligation to move forward.
- Product selection and permit coordination. We walk you through the door systems we’re authorized to install – including Therma-Tru fiberglass, PGT impact-rated units custom glass options – and match them to your opening, your architectural style, and your budget. For work in Miami Springs, permits are submitted to the City of Miami Springs Building Department. We handle the permit application and coordinate the inspection schedule so you don’t have to navigate that process yourself.
- Frame removal and opening preparation. On installation day, the old door unit comes out carefully – we protect your flooring and interior finishes. We inspect the rough framing and the sill for rot, termite damage, or water intrusion. Miami Springs properties, especially those built in the 1940s through 1960s, occasionally have wood framing that has absorbed years of humidity. If we find something that needs to be addressed, we tell you before we proceed.
- Door unit installation to Florida Building Code. The new frame goes in plumb, level, and square – that sequence matters because a frame that’s off even a quarter inch will cause an impact door to bind or fail to latch properly over time. We set the threshold, apply the appropriate flashing and sealant system for South Florida’s wind-driven rain conditions, and fasten the frame to the structural opening per the NOA installation instructions for the specific product.
- Hardware installation and operational adjustment. Locks, deadbolts, multi-point lock systems, hinges, and – if applicable – astragal rods on double doors are all set and tested. French and double doors live or die by their hardware alignment. We adjust until the door swings cleanly, latches without force, and the gap between the active and inactive panels is even top to bottom.
- Final inspection, cleanup, and walkthrough. We stay for the city inspection when required, clean up the work area, and walk you through operation and maintenance before we leave. You’ll know exactly how to operate the multi-point hardware, when to lube the hinges, and what the warranty covers. Ed’s number is on the invoice – if anything feels off after we leave, you call and someone answers.
French & Double Doors Pricing in Miami Springs
French and double door pricing in Miami Springs varies based on door width, material, glass package, impact rating, and the condition of the existing rough opening. The ranges below reflect current South Florida market pricing for installed, permitted work – not a box-store door-only price.
| Door Type / Configuration | Installed Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard fiberglass double door, 60-inch, non-impact | $1,200 – $1,800 |
| Impact-rated fiberglass double door, 60-inch (Therma-Tru) | $2,000 – $2,900 |
| Impact-rated French door set, 64-72 inch, sidelites included (PGT) | $2,800 – $4,200 |
| Custom glass / ViewLux configuration, French door set | $3,200 – $4,800+ |
| Rough opening modification or frame repair (when needed) | $200 – $600 additional |
| Permit (City of Miami Springs Building Department) | Included in written estimate |
What moves the price up or down
- Impact rating: Miami-Dade NOA-certified impact doors cost more upfront but often eliminate the need for shutters and may qualify you for a homeowner’s insurance discount. Non-impact doors are an option only where the opening is protected by other approved means.
- Glass package: Clear, privacy, decorative, and low-e insulated glass all have different price points. In Miami Springs, low-e glass makes a measurable difference in interior comfort given the year-round sun exposure.
- Opening condition: A clean, structurally sound opening with an existing door the same size as the replacement is the lowest-cost scenario. Wider openings, wood rot repair, or structural header modifications add cost – and we tell you about any of that before we start.
- Hardware package: A basic two-point lock is less expensive than a multi-point locking system. For front-entry French doors, we recommend multi-point for both security and frame integrity.
If you’re a senior or veteran, our permanent 10% discount applies to the full project. And if you have a written estimate from another contractor, we’ll give you a free second opinion – no charge, no pressure.
Call (239) 310-4121 for a free, no-obligation estimate. We’ll give you a real number – not a range so wide it’s useless.
FAQs – French & Double Doors
Do French and double doors in Miami Springs need to be impact-rated?
Yes, in nearly every case. Miami-Dade County requires exterior door openings to meet wind-load and impact standards under the Florida Building Code, and the City of Miami Springs enforces those requirements through its permitting process. Non-impact doors can be used only if the opening is protected by Miami-Dade approved shutters or panels – and even then, most homeowners find that fully impact-rated Storm & Exterior Doors are simpler to live with and better for insurance purposes. The PGT and Therma-Tru systems we install are NOA-certified for Miami-Dade conditions. Call (239) 310-4121 and we’ll confirm exactly what your specific opening requires.
How long does French or double door installation take in Miami Springs?
Most installations take one full day – typically six to eight hours – from removal of the old unit to final hardware adjustment and cleanup. If the rough opening needs structural modification or significant frame repair, that can add a partial second day. Permit scheduling with the City of Miami Springs Building Department is the variable that most affects the overall project timeline, not the physical installation. We coordinate that on your behalf and keep you updated. Call (239) 310-4121 and we can give you a realistic timeline for your specific project.
Is it worth replacing a wood French door with fiberglass in South Florida?
For most Miami Springs homeowners, yes. Wood French doors look beautiful when new but they absorb humidity, swell in summer, and require periodic refinishing to hold up against South Florida’s conditions. Fiberglass door systems – particularly Therma-Tru’s fiberglass line – resist moisture, don’t warp, and can be finished to replicate the look of wood grain without the maintenance demands. Over a 10- to 15-year horizon, fiberglass typically comes out ahead on total cost of ownership in this climate. We’re glad to show you samples so you can see the difference before committing.
What’s covered under Winslow’s Done Right Promise?
The Done Right Promise means that if the work we did isn’t right – whether that’s a frame that shifts, a door that won’t latch properly, or hardware that fails due to our installation – we come back and fix it. That’s a standard of accountability written into every job. It’s not a limited-time warranty or a document buried in fine print. Ed’s name is on the business, and that promise stands behind every job we put our name on. Call (239) 310-4121 if you ever have a concern – someone will answer.
Why Miami Springs Homeowners Call Winslow
Miami Springs is a particular kind of neighborhood. The homes here have real character – the Mission Revival architecture along Curtiss Parkway, the mid-century ranch houses in the interior streets, the properties backing up to the golf course. Homeowners here are not looking for the cheapest door in a box. They want something that fits the house, holds up to South Florida weather, and was installed by someone who is going to answer the phone if there’s ever a problem.
That’s what we’ve been doing since 2011. Ed Winslow is a locally owned operator – not a regional franchise manager – and his name is on the door of every job we do. We publish our address and license number because we’re not going anywhere. Our technicians are background-checked and show up in uniform so you know exactly who is walking through your door before the truck even parks. And when you call, a real person answers – at 2 p.m. or 2 a.m.
We’ve handled French and double door projects all across Miami Springs: Replacement Doors for front-entry homes near the Circle, rear patio door installations backing up to screened enclosures, and wide custom openings for additions on the east side of the city. Each one gets the same attention, the same upfront pricing, and the same promise.
This page is part of our work as a full home exterior-protection company, and it connects to everything else we do in doors, windows, and roofing across the area. When you’re ready to talk through a French or double door project – or you just want a second opinion on an estimate you’ve already received – call (239) 310-4121. The estimate is free, the pricing is upfront, and someone will pick up.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Miami Springs.
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.