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French and double door installation in Westchester, FL typically runs between $1,800 and $5,500 installed, depending on door size, glass configuration, and whether impact-rated units are required. Most jobs are completed in a single day. At Winslow Windows & Doors, Ed Winslow has personally overseen hundreds of door installations across Westchester and the surrounding communities since 2011 – every project is backed by our 36500-Day Done Right Promise, which means if something isn’t right, we come back and fix it, full stop.
French and double doors are one of those upgrades that change the way a home looks and functions all at once. They open up sightlines between rooms and the outdoors, let in far more natural light than a standard single door, and – when installed correctly with the right frame, threshold, and weatherstripping – they seal just as tight as any single-door system. The critical word is “correctly.” Westchester’s humidity, South Florida’s building code requirements, and the very real threat of tropical-force winds make sloppy installation a serious liability for Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors. That’s not a sales pitch; it’s just the reality of building in Miami-Dade County.
If you’re weighing this project, call us at (863) 251-5864. A live person answers every call, around the clock – no voicemail loop, no next-business-day callback. We’ll give you a straight answer on what your specific opening needs, what brands fit your situation, and what the real number looks like before anyone picks up a tool. Estimates are free. And if you want to understand the full scope of what we do with exterior entryways, start with our Door Installation in Westchester page – French and double doors are one piece of a broader service we’ve built from the ground up over 15 years.
When You Need French and Double Doors
Not every situation calls for the same solution. Here are the scenarios we see most often in Westchester homes:
- You’re converting a single-entry opening to a wider double-door configuration. This is common in Westchester homes built in the 1970s and 1980s, where standard 36-inch entryways feel cramped against today’s furniture sizes and open-floor-plan expectations. Widening the rough opening and fitting a proper French or double-door unit transforms both the function and the curb appeal.
- Your existing French doors are leaking air or water. South Florida’s afternoon rain events hit hard and sideways. If you’re finding water on your interior floor near the door threshold after a storm, the seal system has failed – whether that’s the weatherstripping, the threshold plate, or a frame that’s shifted over time due to Westchester’s soil movement. This is a repair we see frequently in homes near the Bird Road corridor and in the older subdivisions off SW 8th Street.
- Your current double doors are not impact-rated, and you need Miami-Dade compliance. If you’re refinancing, selling, or your insurer has flagged it, non-impact doors on the exterior of a Westchester home are a real problem. Miami-Dade County’s building code is one of the strictest in the country for a reason, and a French door with decorative single-pane glass simply won’t pass a wind-mitigation inspection. We install impact-rated units from Therma-Tru and other brands that meet or exceed those requirements.
- You want to connect indoor and outdoor living spaces. Many Westchester homeowners are opening up the rear of the home toward a patio or pool area. A set of outswing French doors or an inswing double-door system with full-lite glass panels does that job well – and when they’re impact-rated, you’re not trading security for aesthetics.
- The existing doors are warped, rotten at the base, or no longer latch properly. Wood-core doors in Westchester’s climate have a hard life. The combination of heat, humidity, and the occasional flooding event causes frames and door slabs to absorb moisture and move. When a door no longer closes squarely, no amount of adjustment fixes a frame that has fundamentally shifted. At that point, full replacement is the honest answer.
- You’re doing a full exterior refresh and want the front entry to match. A new roof, fresh stucco, and new windows deserve a front door that keeps pace. We work with homeowners throughout Westchester who are updating the entire exterior envelope and want every element to read as a cohesive, finished product.
Our French and Double Doors Process
We don’t hand you a brochure and disappear. Here’s exactly what happens from the first call to the final walkthrough:
- Free on-site measurement and assessment. One of our background-checked, uniformed technicians comes to your home and measures the rough opening precisely. We look at the existing frame condition, the floor level at the threshold, the wall construction, and – on exterior applications – whether the header above the opening can carry the load of a wider or heavier door unit. In Westchester, we pay particular attention to the lintel condition on CBS (concrete block structure) homes, which make up the majority of the housing stock here.
- Product selection and upfront pricing. Based on the measurements and your priorities – budget, aesthetics, impact rating, glass configuration – we walk you through specific options. We’re authorized installers for Therma-Tru and ES Windows, among other brands, so we can show you real units, real specs, and real prices. You get one number before we order anything. No surprises on the invoice.
- Permit coordination where required. In Miami-Dade County, exterior door replacements on most Westchester properties require a building permit, especially when impact-rated units are being installed for wind-mitigation credit. We handle the permit application and all required documentation. You shouldn’t have to navigate the county building department on your own.
- Old door removal and opening preparation. On installation day, we remove the existing door, jambs, and any damaged or deteriorated framing. If the rough opening needs to be widened, we do that work properly – not with a quick cut and a prayer. Flashing, housewrap or moisture barrier, and proper shimming are all part of this step. In Westchester, we regularly find old caulk-only moisture management under the removed frames, especially on homes built before 1990. We fix what we find.
- Door installation and hardware fitting. The new French or double-door unit goes in plumb, level, and square. Hardware – hinges, locks, multi-point locking systems where applicable, and door handles – is fitted and adjusted until the operation is smooth. Impact-rated units get their required Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) documentation kept on file for the permit inspection.
- Final inspection and walkthrough. We call for the county inspection when required, and we do our own internal walkthrough with you before we leave. We check the swing, the latch, the weatherstripping contact, the threshold seal, and the exterior caulking. If anything isn’t right, it gets corrected on the spot. That’s the 36500-Day Done Right Promise in action – not just a tagline, but the actual standard Ed Winslow holds every job to.
French and Double Doors Pricing in Westchester, FL
French and double door costs in Westchester vary based on four main factors: door size, glass type, impact rating, and the condition of the existing opening. Here’s an honest breakdown of what you’re looking at:
| Project Type | Typical Installed Range |
|---|---|
| Standard double door (non-impact, interior application) | $1,800 – $2,800 |
| Exterior French doors, impact-rated, standard size (5’0″ or 6’0″ width) | $2,800 – $4,200 |
| Exterior French doors with sidelites, full-lite, impact-rated | $3,800 – $5,500 |
| Oversized or custom-width double doors, impact-rated | $4,500 – $7,000+ |
| Opening widening (structural modification to rough opening) | $400 – $1,200 additional |
| Permit (Miami-Dade, when required) | $150 – $400 depending on scope |
A few things that push a project toward the higher end of those ranges: decorative impact glass (beveled, textured, or privacy options cost more than clear), multi-point locking hardware on both door slabs, a header modification or structural repair to the rough opening, and custom paint or stain finishes on wood-composite units. Therma-Tru’s fiberglass Replacement Doors systems, for example, are available in grain textures that accept stain beautifully – but the custom finishing work adds time and cost.
What keeps a project at the lower end: a clean, properly sized existing opening, standard clear or Low-E impact glass, a single-point lock set, and no structural surprises in the frame. When the opening is ready and the product is in stock, those projects go fast.
Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount on all Winslow projects – no expiration, no application process, just tell us when you call. And any repair or service over $200 gets $40 off automatically. Estimates are always free. Call (863) 251-5864 and we’ll give you a real number for your specific Westchester opening.
FAQs – French and Double Doors in Westchester, FL
Do French doors in Westchester need to be impact-rated?
Any exterior French or double door on a Westchester home that replaces an existing unit or is installed in a new opening requires an impact-rated product to comply with Miami-Dade County’s building code – unless the opening is protected by an approved storm shutter system. Most insurers and lenders now flag non-impact exterior doors during underwriting, so even if code enforcement hasn’t caught up to an older installation, the financial consequences show up at renewal time. We install impact-rated Storm & Exterior Doors, including French and double doors from Therma-Tru and ES Windows that carry current Miami-Dade Notices of Acceptance. Call (863) 251-5864 if you’re not sure what your existing doors require.
How much do French doors cost to install in Westchester, FL?
Installed French door costs in Westchester run from about $2,800 for a standard exterior impact-rated unit up to $5,500 or more for a full-lite system with sidelites and custom hardware. The biggest cost drivers are the glass configuration, whether the rough opening needs modification, and the specific product line you choose. We give you one upfront number that covers everything – product, labor, permit where required, and cleanup. No line items that appear after the fact. Call us at (863) 251-5864 for a free, no-obligation estimate specific to your home.
Can you install French doors in a day?
Most French and double door installations in Westchester are completed in a single day, typically four to seven hours depending on the scope. If the rough opening needs structural modification or the job involves sidelites and transoms, it may run into a second day. We tell you the realistic timeline before we start – not after the truck shows up and the old door is already off the wall. The permit inspection is a separate step scheduled with Miami-Dade Building Department after installation, which we coordinate for you.
Is a French door or a sliding glass door better for a Westchester patio?
It depends on your floor plan and how you use the space. French doors require swing clearance – inswing or outswing – so if your patio or interior floor space is tight, a sliding glass door may be more practical. French doors, on the other hand, give you a full clear opening width when both panels are open, which matters if you’re moving furniture or hosting large gatherings. Impact-rated options exist for both systems. We’ve installed both throughout Westchester and can walk you through the real trade-offs for your specific opening. Call (863) 251-5864 – the conversation is free.
Why Westchester Homeowners Call Winslow
Ed Winslow started this company in 2011 with a simple idea: do the work right the first time, stand behind it without the fine print, and be the kind of contractor a neighbor actually calls back. Fifteen years later, that’s still the whole business model. We’re not a franchise operation running crews you’ve never met. Ed’s name is on the business, and on every job we do in Westchester.
Our technicians are background-checked and arrive in uniform. You know who’s at your door before the truck pulls up. We pull permits when they’re required, which protects you at resale and during insurance claims. We don’t subcontract your project out to the lowest bidder the morning of installation. And if something isn’t right after we leave – weeks, months, or years down the road – the 36500-Day Done Right Promise means we come back and make it right. That’s not a feeling; it’s a written commitment that no national chain can honestly make.
We’re authorized installers for Therma-Tru, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, and other premium brands – eight in total – which means we’re not pushing whatever product has the best installer margin this month. We match the product to the project. And because we’ve been serving Westchester specifically since 2011, we know the soil conditions, the common construction types in this neighborhood, the Miami-Dade permit process inside and out, and the specific failure points that South Florida’s climate creates over time.
You can read more about our full door services at the home page, or go straight to the source and call (863) 251-5864. Someone will pick up.
Key Takeaways
- French and double door installation in Westchester runs $1,800 to $5,500+ installed, with most exterior impact-rated projects falling between $2,800 and $4,500.
- Miami-Dade code requires impact-rated exterior doors on Westchester homes – non-impact units create insurance and resale complications.
- Most installations complete in one day; permit inspections are a separate step we coordinate for you.
- Winslow Windows & Doors has been locally owned and operated by Ed Winslow since 2011 – licensed, insured, and publishing a real address.
- Every job is backed by the 36500-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not right, we make it right.
- Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount. Estimates are always free. Call (863) 251-5864 – a live person answers 24/7.
Get a Free Estimate on French and Double Doors in Westchester
If you’re ready to talk specifics – opening size, product options, pricing, timeline – call (863) 251-5864 now. A live person answers every call, day or night. We’ll ask a few quick questions about your opening and give you a realistic range before we ever schedule a visit. If you want us to come out, the estimate is free and there’s no trip charge for Westchester homes. Upfront pricing. No surprises on the invoice. That’s how Ed runs this business, and that’s how it’s been since 2011.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Westchester.
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.