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AfterFast, Reliable Impact Windows Across Kendall
Impact windows in Kendall need to do more than meet code. They need to survive the same wind loads that tore through this area in 1992, and they need the paperwork to prove it. We install Miami-Dade NOA-approved impact windows throughout Kendall, and we handle the permit details, the inspections, and the insurance documentation so you’re not left holding a denied claim after the next storm. Call (239) 310-4121 for a free in-home estimate. Ed Winslow answers, or one of our Kendall-based crew leads calls you right back.
We’re Winslow Windows & Doors. Ed Winslow started this company in 2011, and his name is on the door, and on every job we do. Dispatch and scheduling for Kendall run through our Miami (South FL) office, and our crews work Kendall neighborhoods every week. That means we know the difference between a 1970s Kendall Lakes rancher and a 2005 gated-community build in Three Lakes, and we quote each one accordingly.
Why Winslow Windows & Doors Is Kendall’s Preferred Impact Windows Company
Kendall homeowners call us because we don’t treat window replacement like a commodity sale. We treat it like a structural decision, because in this part of Miami-Dade County, that’s exactly what it is. Our Impact Windows team has walked hundreds of Kendall homes, from West Kendall townhomes to the sprawling lots off Killian Drive, and we’ve seen what happens when a window carries the wrong approval number: failed inspections, reopened walls, and insurance adjusters who deny the claim on a technicality.
Our reputation in Kendall is built on the details. We pull the permit with the correct Miami-Dade NOA number listed on the application before we ever touch a window. We coordinate with county inspectors so you’re not waiting weeks for a sign-off. And every job is backed by our Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. That’s a century of accountability, and it’s not something a national chain with a ticket number can offer.
Every technician who arrives at your Kendall home is background-checked and in uniform. You’ll know exactly who’s at your door before they ring the bell. And when you call us, a live person answers. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No call centers, no voicemail loops. Just a neighbor you can call at 2 a.m., and someone will actually answer.
We’ve been doing this long enough to know that Kendall homeowners want a straight answer, not a pitch. So here’s one: the most common mistake we see in Kendall is a homeowner paying for impact windows that don’t carry a Miami-Dade NOA. That’s a very expensive mistake, and we’ll make sure you never make it.
Our Impact Windows Services in Kendall
Jalousie-to-Impact Window Conversion for Pre-1992 Kendall Homes
If your Kendall home still has original jalousie windows, you’re sitting on a code violation waiting to happen. Those louvered glass panels offer virtually zero large-missile impact protection, and the moment any permit is pulled for an adjacent renovation, a Miami-Dade code inspector will flag those openings. We convert them to impact-rated units that meet HVHZ requirements and pass inspection the first time. Older Kendall neighborhoods off Sunset Drive and along Snapper Creek still have plenty of these homes, and we quote this work every month.
Wind Mitigation Inspection and Documentation for Insurance Premium Credits
Insurance companies in Florida don’t take your word for it. They want a wind mitigation inspection, and they want documentation that your openings meet code. We handle that paperwork as part of our Kendall installation process. After your impact windows are in, we coordinate the wind mitigation inspection so you can take the credit to your carrier. Kendall homeowners regularly see windstorm-premium credits averaging around 25% on the windstorm portion after a proper inspection, which typically runs $75 to $150. We’ll walk you through exactly what to ask your agent.
NOA-Matched Impact Window Replacement for Post-Andrew Rebuilds
Hurricane Andrew tore through Kendall in August 1992, and a huge wave of rebuilds followed. Those homes are now 25 to 30 years old, and the original impact-rated aluminum frames installed after Andrew are oxidizing. We see corroded jambs and sashes that no longer seat the glazing properly, which silently voids the large-missile certification. A window can look fine from the street and fail catastrophically in a storm. We match replacement units to the correct Miami-Dade NOA for your specific opening and wind zone, so the new windows actually perform as rated.
Custom and Geometric Impact Windows
Kendall has a lot of homes with arched openings, radius tops, and picture-window combinations, especially in the gated communities west of the Turnpike. Custom and geometric impact windows take longer to fabricate, usually 4 to 6 weeks, and they need precise measurements to pass the large-missile test at their given size. We measure, order, and install those correctly the first time, because a custom window that doesn’t seat properly is a very expensive mistake to make twice.
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Trusted Brands We Service in Kendall
We’re an authorized installer for PGT, CGI, and Therma-Tru, among others. For Kendall homes, PGT is a workhorse. Their 770 series carries Miami-Dade NOAs that cover the design pressures we see here, which can exceed ±70 psf for openings in a two-story home. That’s far above what standard windows sold elsewhere in Florida can handle. Therma-Tru round out our door offerings when a Kendall homeowner wants the entry or patio opening matched to the same impact standard. We keep common replacement parts and sealants stocked for Kendall jobs, so turnaround on warranty work and follow-up service is measured in days, not weeks.
Common Impact Windows Problems We See in Kendall Homes
- Insurance claim denied because a non-NOA window failed during a storm. We’ve met Kendall homeowners who believed their windows were compliant because the contractor said so. If the Miami-Dade NOA number isn’t on the permit application and the product approval isn’t documented, the claim can be denied. The fix is a paper trail, and we build one for every job.
- Aluminum frame oxidation silently voiding the impact rating. Kendall’s humidity consistently runs above 80%, and salt-laden air pushes inland from Biscayne Bay. That combination corrodes aluminum frames faster than most homeowners expect. When the jambs and sashes corrode, the glazing no longer seats properly, and the large-missile certification becomes meaningless. We inspect frames, not just glass, when we quote a Kendall job.
- Original jalousie windows flagged during an unrelated renovation permit. This is the trap that exists only inside Miami-Dade’s HVHZ. Pull a permit for a kitchen remodel, and the inspector walks the house and flags those louvered windows. Suddenly you’re on the clock to convert them before the renovation can proceed. A proactive replacement avoids the rush and the markup.
- Post-Andrew rebuilds hitting their replacement window. Impact-rated aluminum frames installed in the mid-1990s are now 25 to 30 years old. Insulated-glass seals degrade, and the frames oxidize. Kendall homeowners who think their post-Andrew windows are still protected are often surprised when we show them the corrosion at the sill. This is a fast-growing replacement market, and we quote a lot of it.
Pricing for Impact Windows in Kendall, FL
A typical impact window in Kendall runs $800 to $1,500 per window installed, with single-hung impact units running $900 to $1,800. Large or custom openings land between $2,500 and $5,000, and whole-home packages run $8,000 to $25,000 or more depending on the opening count. What moves the price in Kendall? Opening count, floor height, wind zone, and frame material. A second-story opening needs a higher design pressure, which usually means stepping up to a heavier unit. Aluminum is less expensive than vinyl but oxidizes faster in Kendall’s coastal air. A jalousie-to-impact conversion is more labor-intensive than a straightforward replacement because the rough opening typically needs reframing. We give you a free in-home measure and a written, line-item quote before you commit to anything. No change orders, no surprises on the invoice.
What Impact Windows Cost in Kendall
Let’s break that down further, because Kendall homeowners deserve specific numbers. A standard impact single-hung for a 1970s Kendall home, say 36 by 60 inches, typically runs $1,100 to $1,600 installed depending on frame finish and glass package. Impact picture windows for a living-room opening run $1,800 to $3,200. A typical three-bedroom Kendall rancher with 10 to 12 openings lands between $12,000 and $18,000 for a full impact window package. Custom geometric windows with radius tops push $2,500 to $5,000 per opening because they’re fabricated to order and the large-missile test applies at that size. The best way to get a real number is to call (239) 310-4121 and schedule a free in-home measure. We’ll walk the house, measure every opening, check the wind zone, and hand you a written quote on the spot.
Florida Pays You Back
Kendall homeowners have access to three layers of help that offset impact window costs, and we’ll help you navigate all three. The My Safe Florida Home program offers matching grants up to $10,000 for qualifying wind-mitigation upgrades, and impact windows qualify when paired with a wind mitigation inspection. Florida also exempts impact-resistant windows and doors from sales tax, which saves you 6 to 7 percent on the materials. On top of that, the federal 25C energy credit covers 30% of product cost, up to $600 per year on qualifying units. And after installation, your windstorm insurance premium credit averages around 25% on the windstorm portion, based on the wind mitigation inspection we coordinate. We can’t guarantee what your carrier will pay or what a state program will approve, but we can make sure the documentation is correct so you get every dollar you qualify for.
One thing to weigh carefully in Kendall: impact windows versus hurricane shutters. Shutters are cheaper up front, but someone has to put them up before every storm, and if you’re not home when a hurricane is bearing down, they do nothing. Impact windows are permanent protection. No panels to hang, no storage, no forgotten hardware at 11 p.m. the night before landfall. For Kendall homeowners in the HVHZ, impact windows also carry the NOA documentation that shutters don’t always provide, which matters when the insurance adjuster shows up.
We Also Serve Cities Near Kendall
Our Kendall crews also cover Miami Springs, Miami, Miami Beach, and Hialeah. If you’re in one of those areas and need impact windows, the same live-answer phone line and the same Done Right Promise apply. We quote every job the same way: free in-home measure, written line-item estimate, and no pressure.
Serving Kendall, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Kendall 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 - Impact Windows in Kendall
Because Kendall sits entirely inside Miami-Dade County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, also called the HVHZ. Every window and door replacement, including retrofit work on homes built after 1992, must carry a Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance, or NOA. That means a permit cannot be issued until the product’s NOA number is on the permit application. This regulatory layer is unique to Miami-Dade and Broward counties and simply doesn’t apply in neighboring Collier or Palm Beach counties. A window that’s wind-rated for Orlando won’t pass inspection in Kendall. Call (239) 310-4121 for a free estimate, and we’ll show you the exact NOA numbers your openings require.
You might. Post-Andrew rebuilds in Kendall are now 25 to 30 years old, and the original impact-rated aluminum frames are oxidizing. When the jambs and sashes corrode, the glazing no longer seats properly, and the large-missile certification is effectively void even if the glass is still intact. We inspect the frames, not just the glass, and we’ll show you exactly what’s still sound and what needs replacement. Free second opinions on written estimates are always available.
The inspector will flag those openings, and you won’t be able to close out the renovation permit until they’re converted to code-compliant impact windows. This is the jalousie conversion trap that almost never comes up outside Miami-Dade’s HVHZ boundary. If you’re planning any renovation in Kendall, call us before you pull the permit. We’ll survey the windows and quote the conversion so you’re not rushed into a decision under an inspection deadline.
Yes, in most cases. After the installation, we coordinate a wind mitigation inspection, which typically runs $75 to $150. The inspector documents that your openings meet HVHZ requirements, and that documentation is what unlocks the windstorm-premium credit, usually averaging around 25% on the windstorm portion of the policy. The key is that the inspection paperwork matches the permit paperwork, and we make sure it does. Call (239) 310-4121 for an exact quote on your opening count.
Miami-Dade County typically turns around a window permit in 7 to 14 business days when the application is complete and the NOA numbers are correct. The most common delay is an incomplete NOA listing on the application, which we handle for you. Once the permit is issued, standard impact windows are usually installed in as fast as a single day once your units arrive. Custom fabrication runs 4 to 6 weeks. We’ll give you a real timeline in the written estimate, not a guess.
Call Winslow Windows & Doors for Impact Windows in Kendall
Ed’s name is on the door, and on every job we do. If you live in Kendall and you’re thinking about impact windows, start with a free in-home estimate. We’ll measure every opening, check your wind zone, identify any code traps like jalousie windows or corroded frames, and hand you a written line-item quote. No change orders, no surprises on the invoice. Call (239) 310-4121 now. A live person answers, 24/7. The one down the road.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Kendall with impact-rated, NOA-compliant window and door installations 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.