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 in West Park, FL typically runs $1,200-$4,500 depending on door type, frame condition, and whether you’re upgrading to impact-rated hardware. Most standard replacements are completed in a single day, with the measured survey and written quote delivered before any work begins. Call (786) 685-4706 to schedule your free estimate - we answer live, 24/7.
We’ve installed more than 18,000 windows and doors across Broward and Miami-Dade counties since 2012, every one governed by the Haven Standard - from Door Installation - Fort Lauderdale to every West Park job we hang. In West Park specifically, we regularly see frame rot behind aluminum thresholds where the drainage plane failed, and we find mismatched hinge mortises from previous installs that let conditioned air leak straight to the carport. The 365-Day Done Right Promise covers every door we hang here - not as a courtesy, but as Haven Clause 5, stamped on your written scope from day one.
Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and arrive with license numbers visible. You get the measured survey to keep, a written price that cannot change without a change order you approve, and a documented photo record when the job is done. That’s how Sightline Windows & Doors West Park operates. No voicemail queues, no callback windows, no surprises.
What Our Door Installation Service Includes
Entry Doors
An entry door is the primary access point to your home, and in West Park it needs to handle salt air, driving rain from the east, and the occasional tropical system without warping, corroding, or failing at the lockset - the same standards we apply to Miami Gardens Door Installation. We see a lot of fiberglass skins delaminating after five or six years when the manufacturer used a non-marine gel coat, and steel doors rusting from the bottom up where the sill pan was omitted. Sightline measures the rough opening to 1/16 inch, specifies the jamb depth based on your wall assembly, and installs with composite shims and long screws into the king stud - not finish nails into trim. We stock Therma-Tru entry systems in fiberglass and steel, specified by what your opening requires, not by what is in stock.
Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors
Impact-rated front doors in West Park must meet Miami-Dade County’s HVHZ requirements, which means tested assemblies - door, frame, hardware, and glazing if applicable - rated for missile impact and cyclic pressure loading. We regularly find homeowners who bought an “impact door” from a big-box retailer only to discover the frame and hinges were never part of the certified assembly. Sightline installs PGT and CGI impact door systems with the complete labeled assembly, pulls the permit, and schedules the inspection. The written scope specifies the design pressure rating, the glazing thickness if there’s a lite, and the exact hardware schedule. We document every phase with photos, and the final invoice matches the original quote - Haven Clause 1, no exceptions.
French & Double Doors
French doors and double-door units create wide openings to patios and pool decks, which makes them common in West Park’s 1950s-1970s ranch renovations and newer infill construction, just as they are for our Door Installation in Plantation. The problem we see most is sagging at the center meeting stile, caused by inadequate header support or hinges set too far from the corner. We use a laser level to check the header for deflection before ordering, and we specify multi-point locking hardware from the manufacturer - not retrofitted after the fact. For impact-rated French door applications, we typically specify PGT or CGI systems with integrated sidelites, depending on the opening width and the exposure to wind-borne debris zones. The measured survey includes a sightline drawing showing how the doors meet in the closed position, which you keep.
Replacement Doors
Replacement door installation in West Park usually means removing an existing unit without disturbing the surrounding siding or stucco, which requires precise extraction and often custom jamb extensions. We find that many previous installers left the original sill pan in place, sloped toward the house, which channels water straight to the subfloor. Our process includes full sill pan replacement with a pre-formed pan or site-built pan with end dams, integrated with the weather-resistive barrier using manufacturer-approved tape. We document the existing condition with photos before removal, measure the rough opening after extraction, and order to fit - not to standard sizes that require excessive shimming. The written quote includes disposal of the old unit, finish carpentry, and sealant application; nothing is added later.
Storm & Exterior Doors
Storm and exterior doors in West Park serve as secondary barriers against weather and insects, but they also need to operate smoothly in high humidity and salt air. We install aluminum storm doors with stainless or coated hardware, never steel components that will seize within two seasons. For homeowners who want ventilation without sacrificing security, we specify units with retractable screens and multi-point locks. Sightline measures the mounting surface flatness with a straightedge - critical because a bowed mounting surface will distort the door frame and cause latch misalignment. We include the storm door in the same written scope as the primary door when both are being replaced, so the interaction between the two units is engineered, not improvised.
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 work with eight verified manufacturer lines, specified by performance tier and price range, not by margin. For entry and impact door applications in West Park, we regularly install Therma-Tru fiberglass and steel entry systems - their Classic-Craft and Smooth-Star lines offer good U-factor performance for the price, and we’ve installed hundreds of their units with consistent results on warranty claims. ES Windows provides aluminum impact door frames with narrow sightlines that work well on modern and mid-century homes in the area; we’ve completed multiple full-home ES installations in the West Park and Pembroke Park corridor and stock their common hardware components.
ECO Window Systems and Mr-Glass round out our impact and specialty door offerings, with ECO providing value-tier aluminum products for rental properties and investor renovations, and Mr-Glass supplying custom laminated glass inserts for existing door retrofits. Whether you have Therma-Tru, ES Windows, ECO Window Systems, Mr-Glass, or any other make, we can service, repair, or replace it. Our measured survey identifies the manufacturer and series when possible, and we research the specifications when the label is missing.
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- Visible daylight around the frame perimeter. If you can see light between the door and the jamb when it’s closed, the weatherstripping has failed or the door has settled out of square. In West Park’s climate, that gap is also letting in humid air that drives up cooling load and can condense on interior surfaces during shoulder seasons.
- Difficulty latching or locking. A door that requires shoulder pressure to engage the deadbolt has shifted in its frame, which usually means hinge screws have stripped out or the frame itself has loosened from the rough opening. This is a security issue - the lockset isn’t engaging the strike plate fully, and forced entry becomes easier.
- Water staining at the interior baseboard. Water entering at the threshold migrates along the subfloor and appears as staining or soft drywall at the baseboard corners. In West Park’s flat terrain with high water tables, this damage accelerates quickly and can affect adjacent framing if the sill pan is compromised.
- Corrosion on hinges, threshold, or lockset. Salt air from the Atlantic accelerates galvanic corrosion on dissimilar metals. We regularly replace doors where steel hinges were installed against aluminum frames, creating a battery effect that destroyed both components within three years.
- Visible frame rot or termite damage. Wood jambs and brickmold in older West Park homes often conceal rot behind intact paint, or termite galleries that have hollowed the frame while leaving the surface. We probe with an awl during our measured survey and photograph the findings - evidence you keep, per Haven Clause 4.
Our Door Installation Process - Step by Step
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Measured survey and written quote. We arrive with a laser measure, level, and moisture meter. We document the existing door condition with photos, measure the rough opening to 1/16 inch, check the header for deflection, and probe the sill and jambs for concealed damage. You receive the measured survey to keep, and the written quote - identical to that document - before any work is scheduled. Haven Clause 1: have it in writing.
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Product specification and permit application. We specify the door system by manufacturer, series, size, handing, hardware finish, and impact rating if required. For West Park properties in Miami-Dade County, we pull the permit and post the notice of commencement. The written scope includes the design pressure rating, U-factor, and any glazing specifications.
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Pre-installation preparation. Our crew arrives on the scheduled date, uniformed, with license numbers visible. We protect the work path with drop cloths, remove the existing unit without damaging surrounding finishes, and expose the rough opening for inspection. We photograph the opening condition - framing, sill pan, weather-resistive barrier - before installing the new unit.
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Installation and integration. We set the door plumb and square in the opening, shim at hinge locations with composite shims, and fasten with structural screws into the king stud - never nails into trim. The sill pan is integrated with the WRB using manufacturer-approved flashing tape. We check operation, weatherstrip compression, and lockset engagement before any trim is applied.
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Documentation and final walkthrough. We apply sealant, install interior and exterior trim, clean the work area, and photograph the completed installation from multiple angles. You receive the documented photo record, the final invoice matching the original quote, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing. Haven Clause 4: evidence on every job. Haven Clause 5: no surprises.
How Much Does Door Installation Cost in West Park?
A standard entry door replacement in West Park typically runs $1,200-$2,800, depending on whether we’re working with an existing wood or steel frame in good condition or replacing a rotted frame and sill pan. Impact-rated front door installations range $2,800-$4,500 for a complete assembly with permit and inspection, with the upper end representing full-frame replacement on a block or stucco home where the opening needs reframing. French and double door units start around $3,500 and can reach $6,000+ for impact-rated systems with integrated sidelites on wide openings.
| Door Type | Typical Range in West Park | Primary Cost Drivers |
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| Standard entry door (fiberglass or steel) | $1,200 - $2,800 | Frame condition, hardware grade, sidelite addition |
| Impact-rated front door assembly | $2,800 - $4,500 | Design pressure rating, glazing, permit/inspection |
| French / double door unit | $3,500 - $6,000+ | Opening width, impact rating, screen option |
| Storm / exterior door | $800 - $1,800 | Retractable screen, multi-point lock, finish |
Several factors push price toward the higher end: concealed frame rot requiring reframing, stucco or siding repair after extraction, custom sizes outside manufacturer stock programs, and upgrades to multi-point hardware or smart locksets. We disclose these possibilities in the written quote with line-item pricing - if we find rot during extraction, the price for reframing is already stated, not invented on the spot.
To avoid overpaying, get a second opinion on any written estimate. Sightline provides this free - bring us a competitor’s quote and we’ll review the specifications, hardware schedule, and scope against what your opening actually requires. We often find quotes that specify a door but omit the frame, or list “impact-rated” without the design pressure number that proves it.
Our free estimate includes the measured survey you keep, the written scope with line-item pricing, and a photo record of the existing condition. No deposit is required to schedule, and the price on the quote is the price on the invoice - Haven Clause 1, unchanged since 2012.
Door Installation Near West Park - Our Service Area
We install and replace doors throughout West Park and the surrounding communities, with typical response times of same-day to next-day for estimates in Pembroke Park, Hollywood, Miramar, Miami Gardens, North Miami, Cooper City, Davie, Miami Lakes, Pembroke Pines, Hialeah, and Plantation. Most West Park homeowners receive their measured survey within 24 hours of calling. We know the local building departments - Miami-Dade County for West Park proper, with different inspection scheduling than Broward County jurisdictions - and we permit accordingly. If you’re in an unincorporated pocket near the county line, we verify jurisdiction before pulling permits so there are no delays.
Serving West Park, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the West Park 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 West Park
Door installation is the complete process of removing an existing door unit and installing a new one, including the door slab, frame, hardware, weatherstripping, and integration with the building’s weather-resistive barrier. At Sightline, it begins with a measured survey and ends with a documented photo record and written warranty - every step governed by the Haven Standard.
A standard entry door replacement in West Park is typically completed in one day, assuming no concealed frame damage. Impact-rated installations requiring permit inspection may span two days - one for installation, one for the county inspector’s sign-off. We state the expected duration in your written scope before work begins. Call (786) 685-4706 for an exact timeline on your specific opening - estimates are free.
Most door installations in West Park range from $1,200 for a standard entry door to $4,500 for a complete impact-rated assembly with permit and inspection. French and double door units typically start around $3,500. The final price depends on frame condition, door material, hardware grade, and whether the opening requires reframing. We provide a written quote with line-item pricing before any work starts - call (786) 685-4706 to schedule your free estimate.
Yes. We install and service Therma-Tru entry door systems throughout West Park and have completed hundreds of their fiberglass and steel installations since 2012. We stock common replacement components for their Classic-Craft, Smooth-Star, and Fiber-Classic lines, and we can source warranty parts when the original installation documentation is available. Whether your Therma-Tru door needs adjustment, hardware replacement, or full replacement, we can specify the correct solution. Call (786) 685-4706 to schedule an evaluation - estimates are free.
We answer calls live 24/7 and can typically schedule an emergency assessment within hours for security-compromised doors - broken locks, forced-entry damage, or storm damage that leaves the opening exposed. However, we do not promise same-day completion for full door installations, as proper measurement, ordering, and permit requirements cannot be rushed without compromising the Haven Standard. For true emergencies, we can secure the opening with temporary measures while the permanent solution is fabricated. Call (786) 685-4706 any time - a live person answers.
Every door installation is covered by the 365-Day Done Right Promise - if it’s not done right, we make it right, written into the Haven Standard, not offered as a courtesy. This covers installation workmanship, hardware function, weatherstrip performance, and air infiltration at the frame perimeter. Manufacturer warranties on the door slab, glass, and finish apply separately and vary by product line - we document these in your written scope so you know what’s covered by Sightline and what’s covered by the manufacturer.
Clear a path from the entry point to the work area, remove wall decorations near the door that could vibrate during extraction, and secure pets in another room. We handle furniture protection, floor covering, and debris containment. If you have an alarm system connected to the door, notify your monitoring company of the service date. We photograph the work area before starting and restore it to the same condition when done - part of the documented photo record you receive. Call (786) 685-4706 to schedule - we’ll confirm any specific preparations when we book your installation.
Schedule Your Door Installation Service in West Park Today
Call (786) 685-4706 to schedule your free estimate. A live person answers, 24/7. We’ll conduct a measured survey of your opening, provide a written quote you keep, and schedule installation only when you’re ready. The price we name is the price you pay - Haven Clause 1, unchanged since 2012. Every job leaves a documented photo record and carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner at Sightline Windows & Doors, serving West Park since 2012.