How Much Do Custom Windows & Doors Cost in Hollywood, and How Long Do They Take?
Custom windows and doors in Hollywood, FL typically run $8,000-$25,000 for impact-rated installations, with most projects taking 4-8 weeks from final measurements to completion. That timeline splits roughly in half: 2-4 weeks for fabrication and permit submission, then 2-4 days of onsite installation depending on opening count and whether structural modifications are needed. For an exact quote on your specific openings, call Groundwork Construction Co. at (844) 665-0162 - estimates are free, and we’ll bring sample frames to your home.
How We Build Custom Windows & Doors - Start to Finish
We’ve refined our process for Hollywood’s mix of 1960s concrete block bungalows and newer planned-community homes. Here’s what actually happens, and when you’ll need to make decisions.
Stage 1: Site measure and opening assessment (Day 1)
We arrive with laser measures, moisture meters, and a structural checklist. For older Hollywood homes east of I-95, we’re specifically checking for out-of-square block openings, corroded aluminum frames, and whether original jalousie or awning windows left oversized rough openings that need reframing. You’ll decide at this visit: fixed or operable, impact or non-impact (though HVHZ requirements usually dictate impact), and your preferred frame material. This takes 60-90 minutes.
Stage 2: Design and specification lock (Days 2-7)
We produce CAD drawings showing each opening with sight lines, hardware placement, and exterior finish integration. For custom shapes - radius tops, trapezoids, or oversized sliding wall systems - this is where we confirm glass thickness and reinforcement. You’ll sign off on every dimension; custom units can’t be returned once fabricated. Typical turnaround: 3-5 business days for standard shapes, up to 10 for complex geometries.
Stage 3: Permit submission and NOA verification (Days 8-21)
Here’s where Hollywood’s HVHZ status matters. We submit to Broward County with Miami-Dade NOA documentation for every window and door assembly. If your selected product lacks HVHZ listing - a trap we’ve seen contractors from Palm Beach County stumble into - we catch it now, not at inspection. Standard permit turnaround is 10-14 business days for window/door replacements without structural changes.
Stage 4: Fabrication and delivery (Days 22-35)
Your units enter production. Impact-rated custom work from PGT or CGI typically ships in 3-4 weeks; architectural-grade Marvin or Andersen Signature Series can stretch to 6-8 weeks for specialty finishes. We coordinate delivery to avoid Hollywood’s peak afternoon thunderstorms, which can damage uninstalled frames.
Stage 5: Installation and final inspection (Days 36-40)
Demo, install, flash, and seal. A typical 10-opening job takes 2-3 days. We handle all trim integration, interior casing, and exterior stucco patching to match. Final inspection with Broward County follows; we schedule and attend. You’re present only for the walkthrough.
The Options You’ll Choose Between for Custom Windows & Doors
Every decision below affects price, maintenance, and how your home performs through hurricane season. We bring samples to your Hollywood home so you’re not guessing from a screen.
- Frame material: aluminum vs. vinyl vs. fiberglass - Aluminum dominates Hollywood’s coastal installations for structural strength and narrow sight lines, but it conducts heat and requires thermal breaks in south-facing walls. Vinyl costs 15-20% less and insulates better, yet maxes out on larger fixed units. Fiberglass (Marvin’s Ultrex, for example) splits the difference: paintable, thermally stable, and strong enough for impact ratings, but premium-priced.
- Impact rating: HVHZ-certified vs. standard Florida Product Approved - In Hollywood, this isn’t optional for permitted work. HVHZ-certified assemblies use thicker laminated glass, heavier frames, and specific fastener schedules. Standard FPA products fail inspection here. The cost gap is real: 25-35% above non-HVHZ equivalents, but it’s the only path to a legal installation.
- Glass package: clear, Low-E, or tinted - Clear glass is rare in new Hollywood installations. Low-E coatings cut cooling loads significantly, which matters in west-facing rooms that bake from 2 PM onward. Bronze or gray tinting helps on the barrier island where reflected water amplifies glare, but it darkens interiors. We typically spec Low-E with a slight tint for oceanfront homes in 33019.
- Operation style: fixed picture, single-hung, casement, or sliding - Fixed units cost least and perform best for impact resistance; casements seal tightest against wind-driven rain but need clearance for crank operation (problematic on zero-lot-line Hollywood homes). Single-hung remains the workhorse for replacement projects. Sliding walls and folding systems add 40-60% but transform indoor-outdoor flow for pool-facing renovations.
- Finish: factory-applied vs. field-painted - Factory finishes on aluminum (Kynar 70% PVDF) carry 20-year warranties and hold up to salt air far better than anything applied onsite. For fiberglass or wood-clad units, stain-grade interiors with factory-applied exterior color give the cleanest result. Field painting is possible but adds a week and introduces touch-up risk.
What Custom Windows & Doors Costs in Hollywood, FL
| Project Scope | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Custom impact window replacement (per opening) | $1,200-$3,500 |
| Custom impact entry door with sidelights | $4,500-$9,000 |
| Oversized sliding wall system (8-16 ft) | $8,000-$18,000 |
| Full-home custom window package (15-25 openings) | $18,000-$45,000 |
| Structural opening modification (header, king stud) | $1,500-$4,000 per opening |
Five factors push your number within these ranges:
Opening count and size. Custom pricing doesn’t scale linearly. Ten standard-size single-hungs cost less per unit than four oversized fixed picture windows with radius tops.
Existing condition. Rotted wood bucks in 1960s Hollywood homes, corroded fasteners from salt air, or stucco damage around frames all add prep work. We assess this at measurement and flag it in your estimate.
Structural modifications. Converting a window to a door, widening an opening for a sliding wall, or raising a header for ceiling height - any of these triggers engineering review and permit amendments.
Material grade and brand tier. Simonton StormBreaker Plus or PGT WinGuard perform to HVHZ standards at accessible prices. Stepping to Andersen Architectural Collection or Marvin Coastline with custom cladding and hardware doubles material cost but extends lifespan and finish warranty.
Permit scope and inspection complexity. Straight replacements in the same footprint clear faster. Projects with structural changes or Coastal Construction Control Line proximity (barrier island homes) add DEP coordination and specialized inspections.
Our written estimates include: all materials, fabrication, delivery, installation, trim, stucco patching, permit fees, and inspection scheduling. Not included: interior painting, window treatments, or landscaping repair from equipment access.
What Hollywood Homes Specifically Do to This Job
Hollywood sits entirely within Florida’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone, sharing that designation only with Miami-Dade County. Every custom window and door we install here must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance with explicit HVHZ listing - a requirement invisible on standard Florida Product Approval searches. Contractors arriving from Palm Beach County or Central Florida routinely discover this at the Broward permit desk, their projects stalled for weeks while they source replacement materials. We’ve seen it happen to competitors on Emerald Hills homes and in the Lakes neighborhoods; we verify NOA compliance before you sign.
The housing stock splits the city. East of I-95, in ZIPs like 33020 and 33021, we work on 1950s-1970s concrete block and stucco homes built for the Northeast snowbird market. These carry original jalousie windows, out-of-square openings, and aging electrical panels that sometimes need upgrading before we can run low-voltage shades or integrated locking systems. West Hollywood, in 33024 through 33029, brings 1980s-2000s planned-community construction with more standard framing but homeowners pursuing larger openings and indoor-outdoor living upgrades.
On the barrier island, ZIP 33019, salt-air corrosion degrades aluminum framing and fasteners faster than anywhere else we work in Broward. We specify 316 stainless steel fasteners and marine-grade finishes as standard there, not upgrades. The Coastal Construction Control Line adds a DEP permit layer that inland Hollywood projects never see. And HOA architectural review boards in communities like Hollywood Hills or Harbor Islands often mandate specific sight-line heights and exterior color matches that we coordinate during the design lock stage.
Many homeowners pairing a full exterior update with Windows & Doors in Hollywood also consider hardscape work. We’ve completed projects where custom window installation preceded Paver Driveways in Hollywood or Concrete Driveways & Concrete Work in Hollywood, keeping one contractor accountable from facade to curb. Our Windows & Doors crew coordinates directly with our exterior team when the scope expands.
Serving Hollywood, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hollywood 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 - Custom Windows & Doors in Hollywood
Most Hollywood projects run 4-8 weeks total: 2-4 weeks for fabrication and permits, then 2-4 days of installation. Complex custom shapes or structural modifications add 1-2 weeks. Call (844) 665-0162 and we’ll timeline your specific openings.
Yes. Broward County requires permits for all window and door replacements, and Hollywood’s HVHZ status means your products must carry Miami-Dade NOA documentation. We handle submission, NOA verification, and inspection scheduling as part of our standard process.
Usually. Straight replacements in existing openings rarely disturb utilities. Problems arise when you’re enlarging an opening, converting a window to a door, or adding a sliding wall where a window existed - then we may need to reroute wiring or relocate plumbing vents. We flag this during the Day 1 measurement.
A full-home package runs $18,000-$45,000 for 15-25 impact-rated custom openings. Smaller projects - a custom entry door with sidelights, or a bank of three oversized fixed windows - typically fall in the $8,000-$15,000 range. Material grade and structural modifications are the biggest cost drivers.
Frame and glass warranties vary by manufacturer: typically 10-20 years on frames, 20 years on laminated impact glass, with finish warranties ranging from 5 years (field-applied) to 20 years (factory Kynar). Our installation workmanship carries its own coverage. We provide all warranty documentation at project closeout.
Get Your Free Estimate for Custom Windows & Doors in Hollywood
Call (844) 665-0162 to schedule a free on-site estimate. We’ll measure your openings, assess existing conditions, and bring frame and finish samples so you can see options in your actual light. Raymond Estevez or a senior project lead will walk you through HVHZ requirements, realistic timelines, and where your project falls in the pricing range - no pressure, no generic pitch.
Written by Raymond Estevez, Owner at Groundwork Construction Co., serving Hollywood and South Florida homeowners since 2015.