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A new front door in Westchester typically runs between $900 and $3,400 installed, with hurricane-rated models starting around $1,800. Most standard replacements are finished in a single day once the door arrives. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing entry doors, French doors, and storm doors across Westchester since 2011, and every job carries the 36500-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, Ed Winslow makes it right. Call (863) 251-5864 and a live person answers, day or night.
Westchester’s humidity, summer downpours, and hurricane-season wind loads mean a door here does more than look good. It has to seal tight, swing true, and hold up when the weather turns. That’s the standard we build to on every install, whether it’s a Therma-Tru entry door in Olympia Heights or an impact-rated front door off Bird Road. You get upfront pricing, a background-checked installer in uniform, and an owner who answers for the work.
What Our Door Installation Service Includes
Every door we install in Westchester starts with the same promise: measured right, sealed right, hung right, and backed by Ed Winslow personally. Here’s what that looks like for each type of door we install.
Entry Doors
Your front door is the first thing guests touch and the first line of defense against Miami-Dade weather. We install wood, fiberglass, and steel entry doors, with fiberglass being the most popular choice in Westchester because it won’t warp in the humidity the way solid wood can. Every entry door gets new weatherstripping, an adjusted threshold, and hardware that closes with a solid thunk instead of a rattle. If your current door sticks in summer or lets daylight leak around the frame, it’s time to talk replacement.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
In Westchester, any hurricane-proof front entry door worth installing should meet Miami-Dade’s wind-load codes. We install impact-rated doors from PGT and Therma-Tru that are tested to withstand flying debris and pressure changes during a hurricane. These doors use laminated glass and reinforced frames, and they do double duty as year-round security. The code requirements here are strict, and we pull permits and schedule inspections so your door passes the first time.
French & Double Doors
French doors open up a room but they also double the potential for alignment problems. We regularly see Westchester homes where one panel sags, the astragal doesn’t line up, or water finds its way under the sill after a hard rain. We install French & double doors with reinforced jambs, proper flashing, and adjustable hinges that keep both panels working as a unit. If you want them impact-rated, we’ll recommend the right glass package and handle the permit.
Replacement Doors
Replacing an old door in Westchester isn’t just about looks, it’s about the air conditioning bill and the security of your home. We remove the old slab and frame, inspect the rough opening for rot or termite damage, and install the new door plumb and level. We’ve replaced doors in Coral Terrace where the old frame crumbled the moment we pulled it, and we rebuilt it properly before the new door went in. A written line-item quote before we start means no surprises on the invoice.
Storm & Exterior Doors
A storm door adds a layer of protection to your primary entry door and lets you ventilate the house without opening the main door to bugs and weather. In Westchester, we install storm doors with retractable screens and tempered glass that can take a beating from afternoon thunderstorms. We also install exterior doors for side entries, garages, and utility rooms, using the same weatherproofing standards we apply to front doors.
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 eight premium brands, and on the door side, that lineup includes Therma-Tru, PGT, ES Windows, and Mr-Glass. Being an authorized installer matters because it means the manufacturer has trained our crew on their specific installation requirements, and we can register your warranty properly from day one.
Therma-Tru doors are some of the most common we install in Westchester, especially their fiberglass entry systems. We know their framing requirements, their weatherstripping profiles, and how to set their adjustable sills so drainage works the way it’s designed to. PGT impact doors are another specialty of ours. We’ve installed dozens of their MaxGuard and WinGuard rated doors in this community, and we understand the Miami-Dade product approval paperwork that goes with them. Whether you have one of these brands or a door from a big-box store that never fit right, we can help. If we sell it, we install it. If we install it, we stand behind it.
Signs You Need Door Installation Right Now
- You can see daylight around the edges of your closed door. That gap means your weatherstripping is shot or the door itself has warped. In Westchester, that gap is letting humid air in, forcing your AC to work harder, and it’s a free entry point for bugs and water during storms.
- The door sticks or drags against the floor in summer. Wood and even some composite doors swell with humidity. If you have to shoulder the door open every afternoon, the slab and frame have moved out of alignment, and sanding the bottom isn’t a fix. It’s a sign the door has outlived its useful life.
- You have an older door without impact rating on a home built before 2002. Florida building codes changed after Hurricane Andrew, and many Westchester homes still have original doors that weren’t designed for current wind-load standards. If your door predates the modern code, replacing it with an impact-rated model is an investment in your roof, your windows, and everything else the wind can get behind.
- The handle wiggles, the deadbolt won’t throw, or the frame feels soft near the strike plate. These are security issues and signs of hidden rot. A door is only as strong as the frame holding it, and a soft jamb means the screws have nothing to bite into. On replacement jobs in Kendall, we’ve found termite damage behind door frames that the homeowner never suspected.
- Your energy bill creeps up even though usage hasn’t changed. An old, leaky door is a hole in your home’s envelope. A properly installed, energy-efficient replacement door pays you back monthly in cooling costs, and in South Florida’s climate, that payback adds up faster than most people expect.
Our Door Installation Process - Step by Step
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Call, text, or fill out the form - and a live person answers. You reach a real human at Winslow Windows & Doors, not a call center or a voicemail tree. We’ll ask about your current door, what’s failing, and what you’re hoping to fix. If it’s an emergency, we’ll schedule accordingly.
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We come out and measure, inspect, and quote. A background-checked technician arrives in uniform, on time, and takes precise measurements of the rough opening, the jamb condition, and the threshold. We check for rot, termite damage, and uneven framing. Then you get a written, line-item quote with the exact door, hardware, and labor priced out. No trip charge inside our home county.
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We order the door and prep the opening. We order from authorized manufacturers and let you know the lead time before the job is approved, not after. If the rough opening needs reframing or the subfloor is soft, we address it in the quote so there are no change orders after work starts.
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Installation day. We remove the old door and frame, install the new unit plumb, level, and square, insulate the gap between frame and studs, flash the exterior, and reinstall interior trim. We set the threshold so drainage flows away from the house, not under it. The workspace is left clean.
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Final inspection and walkthrough. Ed Winslow or a senior lead reviews the installation, checks that the door opens, closes, locks, and seals correctly, and walks you through the finish and operation. If anything isn’t right, the 36500-Day Done Right Promise applies: we come back and make it right. Period.
How Much Does Door Installation Cost in Westchester?
A typical entry door replacement in Westchester runs $900 to $2,200 for a standard steel or fiberglass door installed. Hurricane-rated entry doors usually land between $1,800 and $3,400 depending on the glass package and impact rating. French or double door installations range from $2,200 to $5,500 because you’re dealing with two panels, a larger opening, and often a new threshold and framing. Storm doors are the most affordable at $500 to $1,500 installed.
What moves the price? The size of the opening, whether the frame needs rebuilding, the brand and material of the slab, the hardware you choose, and whether the door needs impact glass to meet Miami-Dade code. The best way to avoid overpaying is to get a written quote with the door, hardware, labor, and any needed permits separated line by line. That’s exactly what we provide. A free estimate from us includes exact measurements and a firm number, not a range that drifts upward later.
Call (863) 251-5864 for an exact quote on your door. Estimates are free, and if you already have a written estimate from someone else, we’ll give you a free second opinion.
Door Installation Near Westchester - Our Service Area
We install doors throughout Westchester and the surrounding communities including Miami, Coral Gables, South Miami, Kendall, Tamiami, Sweetwater, Olympia Heights, Sunset, Glenvar Heights, Coral Terrace, and Doral. Most homeowners can get on our schedule within a week for non-custom door replacements. We know the neighborhoods, the code inspectors, and the weather patterns in each of these areas, which means fewer surprises on install day. Ed Winslow lives in this community, and when you call, you’re calling the one down the road.
If you’re also considering window upgrades, we’re the same crew that handles home exterior protection across South Florida, from impact windows to roofing. One call covers the whole envelope of your house.
Serving Westchester, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Westchester 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 Westchester
Door installation is the process of removing an old door and its frame, preparing the rough opening, and installing a new pre-hung door unit that is level, square, sealed, and secured. It includes setting the hinges, hardware, threshold, weatherstripping, and interior trim. In Westchester, a proper installation also includes flashing and sealing the exterior to keep wind-driven rain out of the wall cavity. Call (863) 251-5864 to talk through what your project needs.
Most standard single-door replacements in Westchester take one day from removal to final cleanup. Custom-ordered doors, impact-rated units, and French or double door systems may require two days if framing repairs or new thresholds are needed. We’ll give you a firm timeline in your written quote before work begins. Call (863) 251-5864 for a schedule based on your specific door.
Door installation in Westchester typically runs between $900 and $3,400 depending on the door type, with hurricane-rated models at the higher end and storm doors at the lower end. The final price depends on the size of the opening, frame condition, brand, hardware, and whether impact glass is required. We provide free written estimates with no trip charge inside our home county. Call (863) 251-5864 and we’ll give you a firm number, not a guess.
Yes, we’re an authorized Therma-Tru installer and we’ve installed their fiberglass and steel entry door systems throughout Westchester for years. We understand their specific jamb design, adjustable sill drainage, and warranty registration process. If you have a Therma-Tru door that was installed poorly or is failing, we can assess it and quote a proper replacement. Call (863) 251-5864 to schedule service.
Yes. A broken door or a door that won’t secure is a safety issue, and we answer calls around the clock. If your door was kicked in, damaged by a storm, or simply won’t latch, call (863) 251-5864 and a live person will pick up, 24/7. We’ll secure the opening and get a permanent replacement scheduled as fast as the door can be ordered and installed.
Every door we install carries the 36500-Day Done Right Promise from Winslow Windows & Doors: if it’s not done right, we make it right. That’s on top of the manufacturer’s warranty on the door slab and hardware, which we register on your behalf. If a hinge loosens, a seal fails, or the door shifts after installation, you call Ed Winslow directly, not an 800 number. Call (863) 251-5864 with any questions.
Clear the area around the door, inside and out, so we have working room. Move furniture, plants, or decor at least six feet from the opening. Secure pets in another part of the house for the day. We’ll cover the work area with drop cloths and clean up thoroughly when we’re done. If you’re unsure about anything, call (863) 251-5864 and we’ll walk you through it.
Schedule Your Door Installation Service in Westchester Today
A door that sticks, leaks, or won’t lock isn’t something to live with. Call (863) 251-5864 for a free, no-obligation estimate on your door installation in Westchester. A live person answers, 24/7. Ed’s name is on the door and on every job we do.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Westchester since 2011.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Florida homeowners average around 25% savings on the windstorm portion of their policy after protecting every opening - some homes qualify for more.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.