Free in-home measure and quote — PGT, CGI and CWS impact lines compared on your actual openings, style by style
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Door Installation — Miami isn’t a weekend project you want to gamble on. Our hot, humid climate warps cheap frames, salt air eats hardware, and hurricane season tests every seal and hinge you have. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing entry doors, French doors, storm doors, and replacement doors across Miami since 2011, and we treat every opening as a structural commitment, not a quick swap. Ed Winslow’s name is on the door, and on every job we do. Call (844) 901-4551 any time, day or night, and a real person answers. No call centers, no ticket numbers. Just a neighbor who knows Miami doors.
What Our Door Installation Service Includes
Entry Doors
Your front door is the first thing guests touch and the first thing an intruder tests. We install entry doors in Miami homes with a focus on three things at once: how it looks, how it seals against our humidity, and how it holds up to forced entry. Every entry door we hang gets leveled, shimmed, and weather-stripped the way Ed would want it done on his own house. If your current door sticks in summer or lets daylight through the jamb, you’re past due for a proper installation. We carry thermatru and premium steel and fiberglass options that won’t warp in Miami’s wet season, and we’ll help you choose the right one for your home’s exposure.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
In Miami, a front door that isn’t impact-rated is a liability the first time a named storm tracks toward Dade County. Hurricane-proof entry doors are built with reinforced cores, impact-rated glass, and heavy-duty frame anchoring that meets Miami-Dade building code requirements. We install impact-rated doors from PGT and CGI, both of which are engineered and tested for the specific wind loads and projectile impacts we experience along the coast. If your home is east of I-95 or in a mandatory evacuation zone, this is the only category of entry door we recommend. You’ll get a door that protects your family and often cuts your windstorm insurance premium at the same time.
French & Double Doors
French doors open up a living room or patio beautifully, but in Miami they also create one of the biggest air and water intrusion risks on the exterior of the house. We install French and double doors with a level of care that starts at the rough opening: checking for rot, verifying the header, and making sure both slabs meet dead-center with no daylight. Whether you’re replacing an old, corroded set in Coral Gables or adding a new opening in Westchester, our Door Installation in Miami Springs handles the full install including flashing, sealing, and hardware alignment. Properly hung double doors should swing with one finger and latch without lifting the handle. That’s our standard.
Replacement Doors
A replacement door is about more than trading out an old slab. We remove the existing unit, inspect the rough opening for hidden water damage or termite activity, correct any framing issues, and install the new pre-hung door with a continuous sill pan and proper flashing. In Miami, where afternoon downpours push water sideways, the flashing detail around a replacement door is the difference between a 20-year door and a rotten jamb in five. We replace doors in homes across Miami Springs, South Miami, and Fountainebleau with the same process every time: measure, inspect, correct, install, and verify with a water test on exterior-facing units.
Storm & Exterior Doors
A storm door adds a layer of protection, ventilation, and visibility to your front entry, and it takes a beating from Miami sun and salt air. We install storm and exterior doors from ViewLux, which are built with reinforced frames and coated hardware that resists corrosion better than most off-the-shelf options. Beyond protection, a storm door lets you catch the cross-breeze on evenings when leaving the front door open would invite every mosquito in the neighborhood. If you want the added security of a deadbolt plus the ventilation benefit of an open entryway, we’ll spec and install the right storm door for your existing front door size and swing.
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 Door Installation
We’re an authorized installer for PGT and CGI, two Florida-born manufacturers whose impact-rated door systems are engineered specifically for the wind and rain patterns we live with in Miami. We’ve installed hundreds of PGT entry and French door units across the county, and we know their anchoring requirements, hinge specs, and finish options down to the part number. When a PGT door calls for a specific strike plate or weather seal, we use the OEM part, not a generic knock-off from the hardware aisle.
We also work extensively with ViewLux storm doors and Therma-Tru entry doors, both of which offer solid value at different price points. Our team has the training and hands-on reps to install these systems correctly the first time, with attention to the manufacturer’s installation instructions rather than shortcuts that void warranties. Whether you already have a specific brand in mind or you need honest guidance on what will hold up best on your street, our Door Installation in Allapattah will point you in the right direction. If you have a PGT, CGI, ViewLux, Therma-Tru, or any other quality door that needs replacement or new installation, we can help.
Signs You Need Door Installation Right Now
- Your door swells shut every summer. Miami’s wet season pushes humidity through the roof, and a wood door or unsealed frame will absorb moisture and refuse to close by August. If you’re shoulder-checking your front door every afternoon, the frame has moved and the door is compromised.
- Daylight is visible around the closed slab. Stand inside with the door shut and look at the edges. If you see light, water and air are getting through the same gaps. That means higher AC bills, musty smells, and a weak point for wind-driven rain during storms.
- The door sags and scrapes the threshold. A door that drops on its hinges is telling you the hinges are worn or the jamb has pulled loose. Forcing it open and shut only worsens the problem, and eventually the lock won’t line up with the strike at all.
- The frame is soft or shows dark staining at the bottom corners. In Miami, that staining is usually rot from rain splash or sprinkler overspray, and soft wood means the frame is no longer holding the door securely. Once the jamb rots, the entire pre-hung unit needs to come out.
- Your entry door is original to a pre-1994 house. If your Miami home was built before the South Florida Building Code was updated after Hurricane Andrew, that door was never tested for the wind loads we now know are coming. An impact-rated replacement is the single biggest structural upgrade you can make without pulling permits for a full renovation.
Our Door Installation Process — Step by Step
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Measure and assess. We measure the rough opening in three places, check the floor for level, and inspect the surrounding framing for rot, termite damage, or previous water intrusion. No two Miami homes are the same, and the opening is rarely square. We want to know exactly what we’re working with before we order anything.
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Recommend and quote. We show you options that fit your opening, your exposure, and your budget, with line-item pricing so you know exactly what you’re paying for. This is where we talk about impact ratings, finish options, and which hardware will hold up longest in our climate. You get a fixed price before any work begins, with no change orders later.
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Remove and inspect. We pull the old door and trim carefully, then inspect the framing behind it. If we find rot or compromised wood, we show you and we fix it before the new door goes in. This is the step a lot of installers rush, and it’s the step that determines whether your new door lasts 5 years or 30.
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Install, flash, and seal. We set the new pre-hung unit, shim it properly, and secure it through the jambs into the framing with fasteners that meet or exceed code. Then we flash the sill pan and rough opening, seal the exterior, and install the threshold and weather stripping. Every screw, every bead of sealant, every shim is placed deliberately.
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Verify and walk through. We open and close the door repeatedly, check the reveal is even all the way around, test the lock and deadbolt, and water-test exterior openings. Then we walk you through the finished install, explain your warranty, and leave the work area cleaner than we found it. If anything isn’t right, it doesn’t leave our truck that day.
How Much Does Door Installation Cost in Miami?
A complete entry door installation in Miami typically runs between $1,800 and $6,500, depending on the door material, size, and whether you need an impact-rated system. A basic steel or fiberglass entry door with standard hardware starts around $1,800 to $2,800 installed. Impact-rated hurricane doors from PGT or CGI generally range from $3,500 to $7,000, with the price driven by size, glass package, and finish. Storm doors from ViewLux usually land in the $900 to $2,200 range installed. French or double door installations run higher, typically $3,500 to $9,000, because they involve two slabs, more hardware, and additional flashing work.
What moves the price most is the condition of your rough opening. If we find rot, termite damage, or an out-of-square frame, we correct it before we hang the new door, and that labor and material gets added to your quote up front, not as a surprise at the end. The best way to avoid overpaying is to get a line-item quote that breaks out the door, hardware, labor, and any structural work. That’s exactly what we provide, with a free estimate and no obligation. Call (844) 901-4551 and we’ll put numbers on paper for you.
Door Installation Near Miami — Our Service Area
We install doors throughout the Miami metro, from Coral Gables and South Miami to Hialeah, Miami Springs, Miami Shores, and Westchester. We’re also out in Fountainebleau regularly, and we serve customers in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, and West Park. If you’re searching for Door Installation in Miami, you’ve found the local team. We also have dedicated pages for Door Installation in Hialeah and Door Installation in Coral Gables. The one down the road is the one who actually answers the phone.
Serving Miami, FL — Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Miami 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 — Door Installation in Miami
Door installation is the full process of removing an old door and frame and setting a new pre-hung unit into the rough opening, including leveling, shimming, fastening, flashing, weather sealing, and hardware installation. In Miami, proper door installation must account for hurricane wind loads, heavy rain, humidity, and salt air. A door that’s installed correctly will open smoothly, seal completely, and hold up for decades. We handle every step from initial measurement to final walkthrough.
Most single door installations in Miami are completed in one day, usually 4 to 8 hours depending on the condition of the opening and whether structural repairs are needed. French or double door installs can take a full day or slightly longer when we need to correct framing or reflash the entire opening. If we find rot or termite damage during removal, we’ll stop, show you what we found, and adjust the timeline before proceeding. You’ll know the schedule before we start, and we don’t leave a temporary door at the end of the day.
Entry door installation in Miami typically runs $1,800 to $6,500, with impact-rated hurricane doors starting around $3,500 and French door installations ranging from $3,500 to $9,000. The final price depends on the door size, material, impact rating, hardware, and condition of the existing frame. We provide a free, line-item estimate so you know exactly what you’re paying before work begins. Call (844) 901-4551 for an exact quote, estimates are free.
Yes, we’re an authorized installer for both PGT and CGI impact-rated door systems, and we install and service them regularly across Miami. Our team knows their anchoring requirements, hinge specifications, and finish options. We use OEM parts when replacements are needed, which protects your manufacturer warranty and guarantees proper fit. If you have a PGT or CGI door that needs replacement or you want a new one installed, call us at (844) 901-4551.
Yes. When a door is broken, jammed, or smashed in, waiting until Monday morning isn’t an option. We answer calls 24/7 with a live person, not a voicemail tree. If your home is unsecured because of a failed door, call (844) 901-4551 right away and we’ll get a background-checked, uniformed technician out to assess the situation. We’ll secure the opening and give you a straight answer on the repair or replacement you need. A neighbor you can call at 2 a.m., and someone will actually answer.
We back every door installation with the Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. That’s a standard of accountability written into every job. Manufacturer warranties also apply to the door units themselves, and we install per factory specifications so those warranties stay valid. If anything goes wrong with our workmanship, you call us and we fix it. Period.
Clear the area around the door on both sides, remove any wall hangings or decor near the opening that could get knocked loose, and move vehicles from the driveway so we can bring materials in close. We’ll handle floor protection and cleanup. If you have pets, keep them in a separate room during the install. That’s all we need. Call (844) 901-4551 to schedule, and we’ll walk you through everything else on the phone.
Schedule Your Door Installation Service in Miami Today
Ready for a door that opens smooth, seals tight, and stands up to Miami weather? Call Winslow Windows & Doors at (844) 901-4551 to schedule your free, no-obligation estimate. We’ll come out, measure your opening, and give you a written line-item quote with fixed pricing. Upfront pricing, no surprises on the invoice, and a live person on the line whenever you call. The one down the road is the one who shows up.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Miami since 2011.