Impact windows · sliding glass doors · entry doors
Impact Windows & Doors in Port Charlotte & Sarasota
Before we had our own company, we spent years installing windows and doors for other contractors. Today our own crew measures, permits and installs every opening, from a single slider to a whole new build.
Prestigious Home Improvements · in-home visit, written price within a week.
Real jobs, real photos
Every photo on this page was taken by our crew on a Southwest Florida job, from Siesta Key to Bonita Springs.
- Licensed & insuredFL CRC1327831
- A+ BBB ratingAccredited business
- 5.0 on GoogleRated by homeowners
- Family-ownedBased in Port Charlotte, FL
- Financing availableAsk at your estimate
What we install
Windows, Sliders and Doors That Meet Florida's Hurricane Code
Impact windows
Single-hung, horizontal roller, casement, picture and arched units in vinyl or aluminum, with laminated impact glass rated for your address.
Typical: $1,200–$3,800 per opening
Impact sliding glass doors
Two-panel to multi-panel sliders, from a lanai swap to a full glass wall on the water. Wide units are engineered for the opening.
Typical: $4,500–$14,000 per door
Entry & French doors
Impact front doors, doubles with decorative glass, French doors to the lanai and modern pivot-look entries, set with a sloped, sealed sill.
Typical: $2,800–$15,000 per door
Specialty openings
Arched and eyebrow windows, transoms, pool-bath doors with privacy glass and kitchen pass-through windows to the lanai.
Typical: Priced per opening
Brands we install
Florida-Approved Impact Products From Three Manufacturers
PGT Custom Windows + Doors
Vinyl and aluminum impact windows and sliding glass doors, made in North Venice, FL.
Custom Window Systems
Aluminum and vinyl impact windows and doors, made in Ocala, FL.
Eastern Architectural Systems
Aluminum and vinyl impact windows and doors, including large sliders and entry systems.
Comparing them? Read our side-by-side guide to impact window brands.
Why impact glass
Protection That Is Always On
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No more shutter season
Impact glass is protection that is always in place. No panels in the garage, no ladder the day before a storm, nothing to forget when you travel.
- 02
Insurance credit, documented
With every opening protected, a wind-mitigation inspector can credit opening protection. We hand you the product approvals and permit paperwork the inspector asks for.
- 03
Cooler, quieter rooms
Laminated glass with Low-E coatings cuts heat gain, UV fading and street noise. Most homeowners notice the quiet right away.
How we install
What Happens Behind the Glass
Step 01 · our job photo
North Port: the opening is checked for level and square before anything is set.
Same wall, before and after. Drag the handle to compare.
Before & after · Manatee County
An Aluminum Lanai Wall, Rebuilt in Block With Storm-Rated Glass
“We found Prestigious Improvements at the Sarasota home show last year among a number of contractor exhibits. The bid and project was to replace an original exterior aluminum wall and storm door on the back of our lanai constructed circa 1985. … The windows and door are storm rated; the interior was finished to match the room…”
Recent window & door jobs
From a Single Slider to a Whole New Build
Siesta KeyBlack-Frame Windows & Sliders on a Siesta Key Waterfront New Build
Black-framed windows and a wall of sliding glass doors facing the canal, installed in a two-story block-and-frame home on Siesta Key while the walls were still bare.
SarasotaPGT Pass-Through Window Over the Kitchen Sink to a Sarasota Lanai
A new white PGT single-hung window between a Sarasota kitchen and the lanai, set over the sink and above a concrete serving ledge outside.
- Lakewood Ranch
Arched Eyebrow Transom Windows over a Pair in Lakewood Ranch
Two arched eyebrow transoms with mirrored curves set over a pair of rectangular windows, in a stucco home with a concrete-tile roof.
- Manatee County
Aluminum Lanai Wall Rebuilt in Block in Manatee County, FL
We replaced a circa-1985 aluminum-and-glass lanai wall with a reinforced block wall, storm-rated windows and a storm-rated door, and kept the screen enclosure. Real before and after photos.
ParrishPGT WinGuard Impact Windows on a New Two-Story Block Home in Parrish
Black-frame PGT WinGuard impact windows, including a transom over the entry, installed in liquid-flashed block openings on a new two-story home in Parrish.
Sarasota CountyFrench Doors and a Four-Panel Slider on a Sarasota County Lanai
A pair of white full-lite French doors and a white four-panel sliding glass door, both opening onto a covered brick-paver lanai with a pasture view in east Sarasota County.
Which project is yours?
Typical Window & Door Projects and What They Cost
- Most requested
Whole-house impact windows
Replace every window in the house with impact-rated units in one permit and one install.
- Typical range
- $22k–$55k
- Timeline
- 1–4 working days on site · 8–14 weeks lead time
What's included
- Product: PGT, Custom Window Systems or Eastern in aluminum or vinyl frames
- Glass: Laminated impact glass with Low-E and optional gray or bronze tint
- Install: Old units out, bucks repaired, new units anchored to the approved pattern
- Finish: Interior trim, exterior stucco patch and sealant at every opening
- Paperwork: Permit, final inspection and opening list for your wind mitigation report
Impact sliding glass doors
Swap a tired, sticking slider for an impact-rated door that rolls easily and seals tight.
- Typical range
- $4.5k–$14k per door
- Timeline
- 1 day per door
What's included
- Configuration: Two-, three- or four-panel sliders, pocket or stacking options
- Sill: High-performance sill to stop wind-driven rain on the lanai side
- Hardware: Multi-point locks and stainless rollers rated for coastal air
- Opening: Header and buck checked; widening possible with an engineered header
- Finish: Interior drywall, trim and flooring transition repaired
Single windows and phased upgrades
Start with the openings that matter most and finish the rest later under the same product line.
- Typical range
- $1.2k–$3.8k per opening
- Timeline
- 1 day per phase
What's included
- Priority: Bedrooms and the windward side first, garage and baths later
- Matching: Same frame color and glass so phase two looks like phase one
- Permits: Separate permit per phase, each with its own final inspection
- Shutters: Remaining openings covered with existing approved shutters until replaced
Impact entry and French doors
A front door or set of French doors that looks like an upgrade and holds up to a hurricane.
- Typical range
- $2.8k–$15k per door (single to double)
- Timeline
- 1–2 days
What's included
- Style: Fiberglass, steel or aluminum-glass, single or double with sidelites
- Glass: Impact glass inserts in clear, frosted or decorative patterns
- Swing: Outswing options where code and wind load call for them
- Hardware: Multi-point locks, smart lock prep and coastal-grade finishes
- Trim: New casing and threshold, stucco and paint touched up outside
Insurance and My Safe Florida Home upgrades
Window and door work planned around your wind mitigation report and grant rules.
- Typical range
- Varies with scope
- Timeline
- Plan around program timelines
What's included
- Review: We read your current wind mitigation report and find the gaps
- Openings: All glazed openings and garage door protected for the top credit
- Grant: Scope written to fit My Safe Florida Home program rules when funds are open
- Documents: Product approval numbers and permit records ready for your inspector
- Number and size of openings
- Aluminum vs vinyl frames
- Design pressure required for your address and exposure
- Glass options: Low-E, tint, privacy or decorative
- Slider width and panel count
- Buck or framing repairs found at removal
Want the long version? Read what hurricane impact windows cost in 2026.
Impact vs shutters
Impact Glass, Shutters or Storm Windows?
| Impact windows & doors | Hurricane shutters / panels | Storm windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protection when you are away | Always on | Only if someone closes them | None for hurricanes |
| Effort before a storm | None | Hours of hanging panels | None |
| Wind-mitigation credit | Yes, every opening | Yes, if all openings are covered | No |
| Noise, heat and UV | Big improvement | No change | Some improvement |
| Typical cost | $1,200–$3,800 per opening | Lower up front | Lowest |
Hurricane shutters are a legitimate option on a tight budget. Storm windows are a weather layer, not hurricane protection. Impact windows vs hurricane shutters
Reviews
Prestigious Home Improvements: 5.0 stars on Google from Southwest Florida homeowners.
Real reviews from real jobs, posted on Google, Yelp and the BBB. Names shortened for privacy.
“Prestigious Home Improvements Inc installed 8 windows, 2 large sliding glass doors and 2 entry doors. All were impact windows and doors. Very professional and the quality of the work was outstanding. I highly recommend them for anyone that wants a top-notch job done on installation.”
Dennis B.Impact windows, sliders & entry doorsBBB “We found Prestigious Improvements at the Sarasota home show last year among a number of contractor exhibits. The bid and project was to replace an original exterior aluminum wall and storm door on the back of our lanai constructed circa 1985. … The windows and door are storm rated; the interior was finished to match the room walls, paint color and textures. While the project duration went longer than expected due to building permit issues and inspection scheduling, the finished product is well-done with quality materials and workmanship.”
Ronald S.Manatee County · Lanai wall rebuild & storm doorGoogle “We are so glad that we chose Prestigious Home Improvement (out of 4 companies we received quotes from). It truly is a family business and Tim and Vlad are extremely knowledgeable in the skills needed for executing replacement and installation of doors and windows according to county building codes. … Tim was very good in keeping us advised as to the timeline for the supplies and he worked around our calendar needs as well. We highly recommend this small, family owned and operated business!”
Jwb M.Sarasota · Exterior doors, sliders & windowYelp
Before you buy
Straight Answers From Our Window & Door Guides
- 7 min readPGT vs ES vs CWS Impact Windows: An Honest Florida ComparisonAll three are Florida manufacturers that build code-approved impact windows. The real differences are in product lines, frame options, ratings for your specific opening and the installer behind them.
- 5 min readHurricane Impact Windows Cost in Florida: 2026 Prices and a Simple CalculatorImpact windows typically cost $1,200–$3,800 per opening installed in Southwest Florida. Here is how prices break down by window type, a simple way to estimate your whole house, and what pushes a quote up or down.
- 5 min readImpact Windows vs Hurricane Windows vs Storm Windows: What Each Term Really Means"Impact window" is a tested product rating. "Hurricane window" is a marketing term that may or may not mean impact-rated. "Storm window" is something else entirely. Here is how to tell them apart.
- 6 min readImpact Sliding Glass Doors: Sizes, Multi-Panel Options and CostImpact sliders replace the weakest opening in many Florida homes. Here is how sizes, panel configurations, ratings and cost actually work.
- 6 min readFront Entry Doors With Glass: Styles, Privacy and Impact OptionsGlass brightens an entry and sets the style of the house. Here is how to choose the glass layout, privacy level and impact rating for a Florida front door.
- 8 min readWhat Is a Window Buck? Why It Rots and How It's Replaced in Florida Block HomesThe window buck is the hidden frame between your concrete block wall and your window. Here is what it does, why it rots in Florida, and what replacement involves.
Financing
Start Now, Spread the Cost Over Time
- 01
At your estimate
Ask during your estimate
Bring up financing during the visit. We can break the written price into monthly payments so you see them before you commit.
- 02
All or part
Finance all of it or just part
Some homeowners finance the whole project, others pay a portion up front and spread out the rest. You choose the split that fits.
- 03
Cash or financed
The same price either way
Financing changes how you pay, not what the job costs. The itemized number on your estimate stays the same, subject to credit approval.
FAQ
Impact Window & Door Questions
Still have a question?
Call and talk to the person who will actually run your job.
Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat by appointment
Most impact windows run $1,200 to $3,800 per opening installed in 2026, and impact sliding glass doors run $4,500 to $14,000. A whole house usually lands between $22,000 and $55,000. We give you a written, line-by-line price after measuring.
PGT, Custom Window Systems (CWS) and Eastern Architectural Systems. All three make aluminum and vinyl impact products with Florida Product Approval, and many models carry Miami-Dade NOAs. We recommend based on your openings, budget and lead time, not on which brand pays the best commission.
For most homeowners, yes. Impact windows protect you 24/7 with no panels to hang, cut outside noise, block UV, and add security. Shutters cost less up front. Many clients start with impact sliders and the windward side and keep shutters on the rest until phase two.
Usually. Florida insurers must give credits for opening protection. To get the best credit, every glazed opening and the garage door need to be protected. We give you the product approval numbers and permit records your wind mitigation inspector needs.
1–4 working days on site for most homes, about one day per sliding door. Ordering takes longer: impact glass is built to size and usually ships in 8 to 14 weeks, longer in summer.
Yes. We pull the permit, schedule inspections, and prepare the product sheets and color samples your HOA or condo board asks for. We do not order until approvals are in.
We can write a scope that follows the program's rules and provide the documents it requires. The program has its own eligibility and funding windows, so check your status with the state first and we will build the quote around it.
Yes. We install impact-rated entry doors, French doors and patio doors in fiberglass, steel and aluminum-glass, including double doors with sidelites and outswing models where wind load calls for them.
Impact Windows & Doors near you:
Service areas
Serving Charlotte, Sarasota and Lee Counties
- Port Charlotte
- North Port
- Punta Gorda
- Englewood
- Venice
- Sarasota
- Fort Myers
- Cape Coral
- Lakewood Ranch
- Bonita Springs
- Siesta Key
Charlotte County
Our home base, from Port Charlotte to Punta Gorda
Sarasota County
North Port, Venice, Englewood, Sarasota and Siesta Key
Lee County
Cape Coral, Fort Myers and Bonita Springs
Manatee County
Lakewood Ranch and the Parrish area
Don’t see your town? Call (941) 223-4875 and we’ll tell you straight whether we can take it on. All service areas →
Free estimate · Port Charlotte & SWFL
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An installer measures every opening at your home and you get a written estimate itemized opening by opening.
- Licensed and insured, FL CRC1327831
- No charge, even if you pick someone else
- We measure in person and price on paper