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Custom Windows & Doors in Boca Del Mar: Scope, Timeline, and What to Expect

Custom windows and doors in Boca Del Mar typically run $8,000-$25,000 for impact-rated installations on 1970s-80s CBS homes, with most projects taking 4-8 weeks from permit approval to final inspection. Every opening must meet Palm Beach County wind-load and impact-glazing codes that didn’t exist when these homes were built, which means custom sizing, structural reinforcement, and often new headers or framing. Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule a free on-site measure - we’ll bring sample frames and explain what your specific openings require.

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How We Handle Custom Windows & Doors From First Measure to Final Walkthrough

We’ve learned that homeowners in Boca Del Mar want to know exactly when they’ll be living without a wall, and when the dust finally stops. Here’s how we sequence custom windows and doors so you can plan around the disruption.

Stage 1: On-site measure and opening assessment (1-2 hours, day 1)

We photograph every opening, check for squareness, and probe the existing framing for rot or termite damage common in 40-year-old CBS construction. You’ll decide at this visit: fixed or operable, impact glass or shutters, frame material, and finish color. We note any electrical or plumbing routed through the wall that could complicate demolition. Measurements go to our shop for fabrication lead-time confirmation - typically 3-5 weeks for custom aluminum or vinyl, 6-8 weeks for architectural-grade wood or oversized units.

Stage 2: Permit pull through Palm Beach County (1-3 weeks)

This is where Boca Del Mar’s unincorporated status matters. We file with Palm Beach County’s Building Division, not Boca Raton’s - a distinction that trips up contractors who don’t work here regularly. Our drawings include wind-load calculations for the 170 mph design speed zone, impact-certification documentation for each unit, and structural details for any header modifications. You’ll sign off on the permit application; we handle submission, corrections, and scheduling.

Stage 3: Fabrication and material staging (3-8 weeks, overlapping permits)

While permits process, your windows or doors are built to spec. We confirm delivery dates and stage materials in our Fort Lauderdale warehouse to avoid weather damage. You’ll receive a 48-hour notice before installation begins, with a day-by-day breakdown of which openings we’ll tackle when.

Stage 4: Demo, prep, and installation (2-5 days, depending on opening count)

We remove existing units, cut back stucco to expose nail fins, install new flashing integrated with your existing weather barrier, and set each unit level and square. Concrete block construction in Boca Del Mar means we often drill and epoxy anchors rather than relying on wood framing alone. Impact-rated installations get structural silicone bedding and mechanical fasteners at closer spacing than non-impact units. Each day ends with secured openings - no overnight holes.

Stage 5: Inspection, trim, and finish (1-2 days)

Palm Beach County inspects for proper fastening, flashing integration, and operability of egress units. We then apply exterior stucco patch to match existing texture, install interior trim (your choice: site-built wood, pre-finished composite, or drywall return), and caulk all joints. Final walkthrough confirms smooth operation, clean glass, and lock engagement. You keep all certification stickers and warranty documents.

The Material and Configuration Choices That Drive Your Custom Windows & Doors

Every decision below changes how your installation performs, maintains, and looks from the curb. We don’t default to one option - you choose based on how you live and what you want to spend.

• Aluminum frames (thermally broken): The standard for South Florida impact-rated work. Strong, narrow sightlines, holds large glass lites without sagging. The thermal break adds cost but prevents condensation in air-conditioned homes. Best for: homeowners who want maximum glass area and don’t mind a painted finish that needs touch-up every 7-10 years.
• Vinyl frames (uPVC, reinforced): Lower cost than aluminum, excellent insulation, never needs painting. Slightly bulkier profiles reduce glass area. Color choices are more limited, though some lines now offer exterior laminates in dark hues. Best for: budget-conscious projects where energy performance matters more than ultra-thin frames.
• Wood-clad frames (exterior aluminum or vinyl, interior wood): Premium pricing, warm interior aesthetic, requires periodic interior finishing. Exterior cladding handles weather; interior stain or paint matches millwork. Best for: architectural homes where interior detail visibility justifies the maintenance commitment.
• Impact glass vs. shutters: Impact-rated laminated glass stays in place during a storm; shutters (accordion, roll-down, or panel) protect standard glass at lower upfront cost but require deployment. Many Boca Del Mar HOAs restrict shutter types visible from the street, which often pushes homeowners toward impact glass despite the higher price.
• Operable style: Single-hung (bottom sash moves, cost-effective), double-hung (both sashes move, easier cleaning), casement (crank-out, best sealing against wind), or fixed (non-opening, maximum efficiency, required by code in certain locations). Door options span hinged, sliding, French, or multi-slide - each with different track depths and structural support needs.

Our Windows & Doors crew works with Andersen, Pella, Marvin, Milgard, Jeld-Wen, Simonton, PGT, and CGI - covering everything from mainstream vinyl to architectural-grade wood and Miami-Dade-approved impact systems. You choose the brand and line; we engineer the installation.

What Custom Windows & Doors Costs in Boca Del Mar, FL

Five factors push your number up or down:

Opening count and size. More openings mean more units, but economies of scale apply - the tenth window costs less per opening than the second because mobilization and permit fees are already sunk.

Existing condition of framing and stucco. Forty-year-old CBS homes in Boca Del Mar often have corroded steel lintels, termite-damaged wood bucks, or stucco that’s been patched multiple times. We probe during measure, but surprises emerge during demo. Rotted framing adds $200-$600 per opening.

Structural modifications. Widening an opening or converting a window to a door requires a new header, sometimes a beam, and always an engineering letter. This adds $1,500-$5,000 depending on span and load path.

Material grade and brand tier. CGI Estate Collection or Pella Reserve wood-clad runs significantly above Simonton StormBreaker Plus or PGT WinGuard vinyl. The performance difference is real but incremental for most homeowners; the aesthetic and tactile difference is substantial.

Permit scope and inspection complexity. Palm Beach County’s unincorporated jurisdiction requires specific documentation that some contractors fumble. We absorb this in our standard process, but jobs that trigger structural review or flood-zone verification add time, not always cost.

A written estimate from Groundwork Construction Co. includes: all units fabricated to your specifications, delivery, demolition and disposal of existing units, new flashing and weather barrier integration, installation labor, permit fees, and rough stucco patch. It does not include: interior trim painting, final stucco color coat (we match texture, painter matches color), window treatments, or landscaping repair if access requires plant removal.

Call (844) 665-0162 for an exact quote - estimates are free and include a printed summary of your options.

Why Boca Del Mar’s Housing Stock Demands a Specific Approach to Custom Windows & Doors

Boca Del Mar sits in an unusual position: it shares Boca Raton’s 33433 ZIP code and mailing address, but it’s unincorporated Palm Beach County. That jurisdictional split isn’t academic - we’ve seen contractors file permits with Boca Raton’s building department, wait two weeks for rejection, then restart with Palm Beach County. On custom windows and doors, where fabrication lead times already stretch to a month or more, that mistake costs you the entire season.

The homes themselves were built almost entirely in the 1970s and 1980s, concrete block and stucco with flat or low-slope built-up roofs that pond water until the plywood decking rots. When we remove original single-pane aluminum windows from these walls, we regularly find corroded steel lintels, missing or degraded flashing, and stucco cracks that telegraph water intrusion back to the framing. The shallow water table - 2-4 feet below grade in much of the area - means any ground-disturbing work adjacent to the foundation demands careful drainage planning, though window and door replacement itself stays above slab.

Palm Beach County’s post-Andrew wind-load requirements mandate impact-resistant openings or code-compliant shutters on every new or replaced window and door. The original 1970s installations predate these codes entirely, so full replacement isn’t a like-for-like swap - it’s an upgrade to a stricter standard with heavier frames, deeper nail fins, and more fastening points. We’ve worked on homes along Palmetto Park Road and throughout the Camino Gardens area where HOA architectural review boards add another layer, requiring color and style approval before permit submission. We submit those packages simultaneously with county filings to prevent sequential delays.

Homeowners in Boca Del Mar often pair exterior envelope work with hardscape updates - a new paver patio or driveway that gets torn up by the same delivery trucks. If you’re considering both, our Paver Driveways in Boca Del Mar and Concrete Driveways & Concrete Work in Boca Del Mar crews coordinate scheduling so you’re not living with two separate construction zones.

And if this custom windows and doors project is part of a full exterior overhaul - roof, siding, and openings together - our Windows & Doors in Boca Del Mar page explains how we sequence multi-trade exterior work to minimize weather exposure and redundant mobilization.

Frequently Asked - Custom Windows & Doors in Boca Del Mar

Ready to Measure Your Openings?

Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule a free on-site estimate for custom windows and doors in Boca Del Mar. Raymond Estevez or a senior project manager will walk your home with a laser measure, sample frames, and a tablet showing real product options. You’ll leave with a printed scope, a firm price range, and a timeline that accounts for Palm Beach County’s permit process - no surprises, no pressure.

Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Boca Del Mar and South Florida since our founding.