Window Replacement

The My Safe Florida Homes Wind Mitigation Grant program is awarding government grants up to $10,000 for homeowners in Florida who are looking to get hurricane protection like hurricane windows and impact windows. FAS Exteriors is an approved My Safe Florida contractor. Give us a call today to discuss your My Safe Florida options for your residential window replacement project.

Florida building codes require that a homes windows must be impact resistant. If you live less than a mile from the coast, your panes must withstand wind speeds of at least 130 mph or more, and if your home is further in-land, your windows must resist up to 140 mph wind speeds. FAS Exteriors is Florida’s Trusted Leader in window replacement in the state of Florida. Give us a call today to speak with a specialist about window replacement services at 1-866-737-7173

The Florida Building Code requires building permits for replacing windows. A homeowner can pull their own permits but often times the fees are higher than a contractor issued building permit. Additionally, you will need plans and engineering for permits of residential window replacement. Working without the knowledge of a licensed contractor can result in fines once an inspection has been conducted. FAS Windows and Doors recommends that you contract a licensed and insured residential window replacement contractor located in Orlando or Tampa.

Vinyl windows are the most recent trend in residential window treatments. They are made of plastic materials like PVC. Vinyl windows were first developed in the 1970s. Initially, vinyl windows were only made in white and were created to compete against wooden windows. But now, you’ll find vinyl windows in all colors that suit your home interiors and exteriors. Affordability is the key reason behind the growing popularity of vinyl windows. Residential windows are known for energy efficiency, resistance to corrosion, and cost efficiency.

If you are looking for lightweight, durable, strong, and custom-shaped windows, aluminum windows are your go-to. They require minimal maintenance, but the cost is relatively higher than other options. With proper care, residential aluminum windows can have a lifespan of 40-50 years.

For Florida homeowners who are looking for options for replacement windows, aluminum windows are also known to be the best choice for the safety and security of your home. Aluminum residential windows are also available in a wide variety of finishes, colors, and sizes to fit your custom residential window replacement needs.

The average cost to replace windows ranges across a wide margin when you consider the different window types, styles, finishes, sizes, and colors.

Window Types:
You have to consider that there are residential vinyl windows, residential impact windows, residential wood frame windows, and residential aluminum windows. These windows can come in standard and custom sizes that definitely impact the cost of your residential window replacement project and budget.

Window Styles:
Another thing to consider are the styles of windows. Whether they are single hung residential windows, double hung house windows, awning home windows, sliding windows, casement windows, vent windows, or custom windows. All of these are factors in the cost of replacing residential windows in Florida.

Window Finishes:
Some of the most common window finishes include: paint, stain, semi-gloss, matte, or gloss. Each of these residential window finishes are common, but each comes with their own variable price.

All of this to say that the cost to replace a residential window has such a large range that it is tough to give an average. Our team likes to tell Florida homeowners that the average cost to replace a window is between $500 and $1,800, all depending on the windows type, style, and finish!

The FAS Exteriors team has been servicing the Orlando and Tampa markets with window replacement projects since 2005. Having come across this question quite a bit over the years, we decided to answer it as part of our FAQ to help homeowners as they’re dealing with a scheduled window replacement project at their house.
The FAS Exteriors team has been servicing the Orlando and Tampa markets since 2005 for window replacement projects. We have come across this question quite a bit, so we decided to put it on our FAQ page to give homeowners a little help when they’re dealing with a schedule window replacement project at their house.

1. Remove blinds, curtains, and alarms
2. Clear space around windows
3. Cover any furnishings in your house
4. Clear out the exterior space of your windows

It will depend on your home and the number of residential windows that are being replaced. Typically a full-frame replacement window (as opposed to an insert window replacement) on a ground level takes 4 to 6 hours. Upper-story windows will take longer. This is why we recommend asking your FAS Exteriors representative about specific window project details before our installation team arrives at your residence.

While replacing your home’s windows is a costly project, it can pay off by adding value to your home. According to the 2025 Cost vs. Value report conducted by The Journal of Light Construction (JLC), replacing vinyl windows adds an average of $16,657 in value to a home. Replacing aluminum residential windows adds  $9,000 to $16,000, depending on the type of aluminum used, in value to a home. Not only will you see an immediate value-add, but you’ll gain energy efficiency improvements when you replace your home’s windows.

Florida is known for having devastating hurricane seasons that  result in severe home damage. That’s why our team always recommends that homeowners buy impact glass windows. Impact windows help to better secure your home because they’re nearly impenetrable to hurricane-force winds and windborne debris, especially for homes located in high-velocity hurricane zones (HVHZ).

On May 6, 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Home Hardening Tax Exemption relief bill. For the first time ever, it will make impact-resistant windows, doors, and garage doors, TAX FREE. Call FAS Exteriors to learn more about your tax exemption option.

If your windows are nearing the end of their lifespan (around 20 years for most windows), a whole-house window replacement is probably the best choice. FAS Exteriors is the trusted leader of window replacement services in the state of Florida. We’re licensed, insured, and bonded. Not many window companies near or far can say that!

If your windows are nearing the end of their lifespan (around 20 years for most windows), a whole-house window replacement is probably the best choice. FAS Exteriors is the trusted leader of window replacement services in the state of Florida. We’re licensed, insured, and bonded. Not many window companies near or far can say that!

We know that any residential project that requires you to hire a contractor can be stressful or inconvenient. We’ve been in business since 2005, which means that we’ve dealt with and successfully circumvented many roadblocks that homeowners face. That’s why we want you to know ahead of time exactly what you’re getting when you schedule a residential window replacement.

• Preliminaries: your salesperson or project manager will make sure that your contract is signed and that your residential window installation is scheduled with no hiccups or potential obstacles.
• Old Windows Are Removed: A portion of our installation crew will begin to remove your existing windows so that we can access the areas that require new residential window installation.
• Installation of New Windows: Our crew will begin to install your new residential windows in accordance with local requirements and as outlined in the signed contract.
• Cleaning: Our crew is trained to and  instructed to clean affected areas of your home. This means that we’ll broom-clean interior and exterior dust as well as pick up and remove and debris.
• Window Testing: Our crew will test the windows by opening and closing them to ensure that they were properly installed and that they’re functioning once installed.
• Follow Up: Our customer success team will follow up with each homeowner after residential windows have been installed by FAS Exteriors installers.

Impact glass, sometimes referred to as impact-resistant glass or hurricane glass, is safety glass on steroids. The most resilient impact glass combines both tempered and laminated glass into one double- or triple-pane unit. These types of windows are preferred by both homeowners and home insurance companies because they have wind ratings that exceed 140mph, which is required by many municipalities in the state of Florida.

The My Safe Florida Homes Wind Mitigation Grant program is awarding government grants up to $10,000 for homeowners in Florida who are looking to get hurricane protection like hurricane windows and impact windows. FAS Exteriors is an approved My Safe Florida contractor. Give us a call today to discuss your My Safe Florida options for your residential window replacement project.

Although more expensive than standard windows, hurricane windows are likely worth the price if you live in an area that experiences hurricanes, severe storms or tornadoes. In addition to hurricane protection, impact-resistant glass windows can make your home more secure and energy efficient. Hurricane windows range in cost from $800 to $3,000 each including installation.

Look for old paperwork or labels on the windows. In many cases, these features are labeled somewhere on the window. Check the corners of the glass and other inconspicuous areas of the window to see if there’s a label indicating that the glass is tempered or that the window is specifically impact-resistant.