Trusted Windows & Doors for Fort Myers Homeowners
Replacing windows and doors in Fort Myers is not just about looks. It’s about surviving hurricane season, controlling humidity, and keeping your utility bills in check when the Gulf Coast heat sets in. We’ve been handling window and door projects across Lee County since 2014, and Derek Hollenbeck has built our Windows & Doors in Fort Myers division around one idea: a window or door that fails during a storm is not just a hassle, it’s a threat to everything inside your home. That’s why we lead with impact-rated products, precise installation, and the 730-Day Done Right Promise. If something isn’t right two years later, we make it right. Need to talk it through? A live person answers at (844) 638-7249, 24/7. No voicemail, no waiting until Monday.
What Our Windows & Doors Service Includes
Window Installation
New window installation is the right call when you’re building an addition, converting a garage, or starting fresh on a home that needs a completely different look and performance level. We don’t just swap glass. We assess your wall openings, check for any hidden moisture damage in the framing common in Fort Myers stucco homes, and install to the manufacturer’s exact specs so the warranty stays intact. Every window we put in comes with our 730-Day Done Right Promise backing the workmanship.
Door Installation
An exterior door in Fort Myers gets pounded by afternoon thunderstorms, salt air near Whiskey Creek and McGregor, and relentless UV exposure. Our Door Installation covers front entry doors, French doors, and side doors, all hung with rot-resistant flashing and heavy-duty weatherstripping that keeps water out of your subfloor. We check the threshold seal and the swing alignment twice before we call the job done, because a door that sticks or leaks six months later is a callback we don’t want and you don’t need.
Window Replacement
If your existing windows are fogged between the panes, hard to open, or you can feel a draft standing next to them, replacement is usually more cost-effective than ongoing repairs. We handle full-frame replacements when the old frame is rotted, and pocket replacements when the frame is still solid. Most replacement jobs in Fort Myers are driven by seal failure caused by years of humidity cycling. Our team knows which brands hold up longest in this climate and we’ll give you a straight answer on whether replacement or repair makes more sense for your home.
Impact Windows & Doors
Hurricane Impact Windows and doors are practically a necessity in Fort Myers, not just for storm protection but because many insurers won’t write a new policy without them. Our impact products carry the Miami-Dade County product approval, the gold standard for windborne debris protection. We pull the permit, install to code, and handle the inspection sign-off so you get the insurance discount you’re entitled to. Homeowners in neighborhoods like Pine Manor and Villas often see the biggest insurance savings after upgrading from older single-pane units.
Sliding & Patio Doors
A sticking sliding door is almost always a track issue, a roller failure, or the door has settled out of square over time. We install and replace sliding glass doors with reinforced frames and impact-rated laminated glass where code requires it. Our installers pay extra attention to the bottom track seal, the spot where wind-driven rain from a summer squall will find any gap. We also handle multi-slide patio door systems that open up an entire wall, perfect for homes backing up to a canal or preserve along the Caloosahatchee River.
Glass Railing Systems
Glass railings give you an unobstructed view of your pool, lanai, or waterfront without the visual clutter of aluminum balusters. We install frameless and semi-frameless Glass Railing Systems using tempered safety glass rated for exterior use and engineered to meet Florida Building Code wind load requirements. The posts are anchored deep into the concrete deck or slab, never just surface-mounted, because a Fort Myers afternoon thunderstorm can generate gusts that punish anything not tied down properly.
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.
Brands We Service for Windows & Doors
We install and service Andersen and Marvin windows because both brands offer impact-rated lines that have proven themselves through decades of Gulf Coast hurricane seasons. Andersen’s aluminum-clad wood units give you the interior warmth of natural wood with a cladding that handles the salt and humidity along McGregor Boulevard without corroding. Marvin’s Ultimate line lets you customize nearly every dimension, finish, and hardware style, which is invaluable on older Fort Myers homes where stock sizes rarely fit the existing openings.
For patio doors or deck railings, we often recommend Belgard and Unilock for hardscape pairings, but our window and door brand relationships go deeper than any single manufacturer. Our crews install Pella, CertainTeed, and Custom Windows & Doors for homeowners who want a specific aesthetic. The point is, you’re not stuck choosing from whatever a contractor happens to have in stock. We order to your spec, install to the manufacturer’s standard, and warranty the workmanship for 730 days. If you’ve already got a brand in mind, call (844) 638-7249 and we’ll tell you honestly whether it’s a good fit for your home’s exposure and architecture.
Signs You Need Windows & Doors Right Now
- Condensation or fog between glass panes. This means the insulated glass seal has failed. The argon or krypton gas has escaped and the window has lost most of its insulating value. In Fort Myers humidity, a failed seal accelerates frame rot and mold inside the wall cavity.
- Visible light around the door from inside. If you can see daylight around a closed exterior door, the weatherstripping is shot or the door slab is warped. Either way, your air-conditioned air is leaking out and outside moisture is getting in, which shows up on your FPL bill and in the musty smell that won’t go away.
- Windows that won’t stay open, or won’t lock. A double-hung window that slams shut on its own has a failed balance mechanism. One that won’t lock isn’t sealing against the frame. Both are security issues and energy drains. More importantly, a window that won’t lock can’t hold up against hurricane-force winds the way it was designed to.
- Soft wood or peeling paint around the sill. This signals rot, and rot in a Florida window sill is usually deeper than what you can see. Water intrusion through a failed sill eventually reaches the wall framing. By the time you see peeling paint, the damage underneath is already underway and needs to be opened up and assessed.
- Your energy bill crept up without explanation. Windows and doors are the thermal envelope’s weakest points. If your FPL bill rose year-over-year with no change in usage, your windows may be losing their insulating gas fill or the door seals could be degrading. A thermal camera inspection, which we include during our estimate visit, pinpoints exactly where the leaks are.
Our Windows & Doors Process - Step by Step
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Free on-site consultation and measurement. We come to your Fort Myers home and take every measurement with a laser distance meter, not a tape measure. Derek’s team checks the squareness of each opening, probes for hidden rot with a moisture meter, and documents the existing conditions so there are zero surprises later. You’ll get a written, line-item price before we do anything else.
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Product selection and ordering. We walk you through the options that make sense for your home’s exposure, architecture, and budget. Impact-rated or not, frame material, glass package, hardware finish. We place the order directly with the manufacturer and give you a real lead time, not an optimistic guess. Supply chains are unpredictable; we’d rather tell you the truth upfront than make excuses later.
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Permit pull and preparation. We pull the permit with the City of Fort Myers or Lee County, whichever has jurisdiction. The permit is in our name, not yours, meaning we own the inspection outcome. We also protect your floors with drop cloths and seal off the work area to contain dust. Our uniformed, background-checked crew shows up in a marked vehicle, on time.
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Installation day. Each old unit comes out carefully to avoid damaging the surrounding drywall or stucco. We flash the new opening with self-adhered waterproof membrane, install the window or door to the manufacturer’s instructions, insulate the gaps with low-expansion foam, and trim the exterior to match the existing finish. For impact units, we torque every anchor to the specified inch-pound rating, because “tight enough” is not a thing.
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Final inspection and walkthrough. The city or county inspector signs off on the permit. Then we walk you through every unit, demonstrate the operation, show you how the locking mechanism works, and hand you the manufacturer’s warranty card. Before we leave, we run the vacuum and take the debris with us. You live with the result. We stand behind it for 730 days.
How Much Does Windows & Doors Cost in Fort Myers?
A window replacement job in Fort Myers typically runs $4,500 to $15,000, while impact window installation is a larger investment at $8,000 to $25,000 depending on the number of openings, the size of the units, and whether you choose aluminum, vinyl, or wood-clad frames. These are installed prices, including the permit, the product, the labor, and the inspection. What moves the number is mostly the glass package. Impact-rated laminated glass costs more than standard insulated glass because the interlayer that stops windborne debris adds material and manufacturing cost. The number of openings is the obvious multiplier. A three-bedroom ranch in Palmona Park will land on the lower end of the range. A two-story waterfront home on a canal in Cape Coral or Suncoast Estates, with custom architectural shapes and sliding glass doors, pushes toward the upper end. Upfront pricing means the number on your written estimate is the number you pay. No change orders, no surprise add-ons. If your project is over $10,000, we take $1,000 off the total, and we offer 0% financing for 18 months to spread out the payments without interest. Call (844) 638-7249 to schedule a free estimate and get an exact price for your home.
Windows & Doors Near Fort Myers - Our Service Area
We serve Fort Myers and the surrounding communities across Lee County. Our team works regularly in Windows & Doors in Lochmoor Waterway Estates, down through Cypress Lake and Villas, across the bridge to Cape Coral, and east to Windows & Doors in North Fort Myers. We also handle projects in Pine Manor, Whiskey Creek, Palmona Park, McGregor, Tice, and Suncoast Estates. Our shop is local, which means we can typically have a crew on your property for an estimate within a few days of your call. If you’re anywhere inside the I-75 and US-41 corridor, you’re in our regular service footprint.
Serving Fort Myers, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Myers area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
Frequently Asked Questions - Windows & Doors in Fort Myers
Windows and doors as a construction service covers the measurement, product selection, permitting, removal, installation, and finishing of new or replacement window units and exterior door systems. This includes structural openings, not just surface-level swaps. In Fort Myers, it specifically requires knowledge of Florida Building Code wind load requirements, product approval documentation, and proper flashing techniques for stucco-over-wood-frame construction. We handle the whole thing, from pulling the permit to passing inspection.
Most whole-home window replacements in Fort Myers take one to two days for the installation itself. A single door swap is often done before lunch. Impact window projects take about the same amount of install time, but the product lead time from the manufacturer is the bigger variable, typically three to six weeks depending on the brand and any custom sizing. We give you a realistic schedule when we order, and we keep you updated if anything changes.
Window replacement ranges from $4,500 to $15,000, and impact window installation from $8,000 to $25,000, depending on the number and type of units. A single sliding glass door replacement lands between $2,500 and $5,500 installed. These are installed prices that include the permit, the product, our labor, and the final inspection. For an exact quote tied to your specific openings, call (844) 638-7249 and we’ll schedule a free on-site estimate.
Yes, we install and service Andersen and Marvin windows and doors extensively across Fort Myers. Both manufacturers offer impact-rated product lines that meet Miami-Dade County standards, and we have factory-trained crew members who know the installation requirements and warranty terms for each brand. We also work with Pella and CertainTeed. If you’ve got a different brand in mind, tell us during your estimate and we’ll let you know honestly if it’s a product we recommend for your home’s exposure.
Absolutely. After a hurricane or severe thunderstorm, we prioritize calls for broken glass, blown-in doors, and water intrusion. A live person answers our phone 24/7, so you won’t get a recording when you need help the most. We can typically get a crew to you to board up or secure the opening quickly, and then follow up with a permanent repair or replacement once the weather clears and the supply chain catches up. Call (844) 638-7249 day or night.
Every window and door installation we do is covered by our 730-Day Done Right Promise. If anything related to our workmanship isn’t right within two years, we fix it at our expense. The manufacturer’s warranty on the products themselves varies by brand, and we walk you through exactly what’s covered when we hand over the paperwork at the final walkthrough. No fine print, no finger-pointing between us and the manufacturer. We stand behind the whole project.
Clear the area around each window or door, inside and out, about three feet back. We need unobstructed access to the opening. Take down curtains, blinds, and any wall decor on the same wall, because vibration from removing the old unit can knock things loose. We protect the floors and seal off the workspace, so furniture in the room can generally stay put as long as it’s not in the path between the opening and the door we’ll use to carry materials in and out.
Schedule Your Windows & Doors Service in Fort Myers Today
The quickest way to get a firm price for your window or door project is to call (844) 638-7249 and schedule a free, no-obligation estimate. Derek Hollenbeck and our Fort Myers team will come to your home, take precise measurements, walk you through the best options for your budget and your home’s exposure, and hand you a written, line-item price before we leave. Backed by the 730-Day Done Right Promise and 0% financing for 18 months, this is home improvement without the guesswork. Call now. A real person will answer, day or night.
Written by Derek Hollenbeck, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co. of Fort Myers, serving Fort Myers and Lee County since 2014.