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We provide independent CGI windows and doors service across Miami, from Hialeah to Miami Beach to Doral. The one thing that makes our CGI work different here is simple: we know which NOA certifications pass a Miami-Dade inspection on the first visit, because we’ve been doing this in Miami’s concrete-block homes since 2011. If your CGI windows or doors need repair, parts, or replacement, call (850) 998-3090 for a free estimate. We’re not factory authorized. And that’s exactly why our advice is worth something.
Why Miami Residents Choose Us for CGI Service
Ed Winslow learned the trade at Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus, and he’s been working on Impact Windows in Miami and doors ever since. Before he founded Winslow Windows & Doors in 2011, he spent years pulling and setting fenestration hardware on the concrete-block homes that hold up Miami’s older neighborhoods. We focus on CGI’s South Florida product lines day in and day out, from the Estate Collection casements to the HOA-sensitive Sentinel impact sliders. Our techs know which NOA options pass Miami-Dade inspection the first time, without ever claiming to be factory authorized.
We answer every call with a live person, 24 hours a day. Every technician arrives in uniform and has been background-checked. And every job carries the Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. Ed’s name is on the door, and on every job we do. No shell companies, no ticket numbers, no runaround.
Common CGI Windows & Doors Problems We Solve in Miami
- Corroded aluminum frames and worn rollers on Targa Series sliders. Miami’s salt air and 90%+ humidity eat aluminum faster than anywhere in Florida except maybe Key West. On 10+ year old CGI Targa units in CBS homes, we replace corroded frame sections and stainless steel rollers far more often than our inland jobs require.
- Fogged glass on Estate Collection casements without thermally broken frames. Repeated pressure cycling from hurricane wind loads stresses impact glass seals. We see interior fogging on older Estate casements, and the fix is a full glass unit replacement, not a reseal.
- Cracked single-pane glass and bent sashes on Classic Series after debris strikes. Post-storm debris hits non-impact CGI Classic Series windows hard. The single-pane glass cracks and the aluminum sash bends, which fails a Miami-Dade inspection and can trigger insurance non-renewal. We replace these, not repair them.
- Racking and roller misalignment on Sentinel sliders in pre-1980 masonry openings. When a Sentinel slider is installed without proper shimming in an older concrete-block rough opening, it racks. That causes heavy operation and eventual track wear. We correct the alignment and replace the rollers with OEM parts.
- Failed weatherstripping on any CGI unit older than five years. Miami’s UV and humidity break down window seals and weatherstripping faster than a homeowner expects. We replace it with OEM or marine-grade material, depending on the unit and warranty status.
CGI Service in Miami: What Local Conditions Mean for Your Equipment
Here’s the thing that trips up out-of-county contractors every week. Miami-Dade inspectors will reject any CGI window that carries a Florida Product Approval (FL number) but not the matching Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA). A unit legal in Tampa is unpassable at rough inspection in Miami the same day it’s installed. This is not a minor paperwork detail. It’s a red tag on your window, a failed inspection, and a delay that costs you days. On a 1962 CBS house in Little Havana last month, our crew pulled an original jalousie window and replaced it with a CGI Estate Collection single hung impact unit. The rough opening was out of square by nearly half an inch, so we used a Miami-Dade approved aluminum anchor system and stucco-return trim. The inspector checked the NOA label on the frame and signed off the same afternoon. That’s what passes in Miami. Nothing less.
CGI Models & Products We Service in Miami
We work on the full CGI lineup: Estate Collection casements and single hungs, Sentinel Series impact sliding glass doors and windows, Targa Series horizontal rollers and single hungs, and Classic Series non-impact aluminum windows. For impact-rated hardware and glass, we use OEM CGI parts to preserve the Miami-Dade NOA certification on your unit. For out-of-warranty non-impact units, we keep a stock of stainless steel rollers, balances, and weatherstripping from trusted aftermarket suppliers. When a repair job needs parts fast, we don’t make you wait on a slow parts desk.
And when a CGI window has a failed impact seal or a bent frame, we replace it rather than repair it. A repaired unit won’t pass a Miami-Dade inspection anyway, and we won’t sell you work that fails.
CGI Service Pricing in Miami
Basic CGI service calls in Miami, like roller replacement or weatherstripping on a Targa slider, typically run $140 to $280 including parts and labor. Glass replacement on a Classic Series window runs $180 to $450 depending on size and tint. Full Miami Window Installation for impact windows or Sentient slider replacements ranges from $900 to $2,800 installed, with the exact price tied to the unit size, the NOA certification requirements, and whether the opening is stucco-return or wood-frame. The condition of your existing anchorage matters too. Old masonry openings that need new approved anchor systems run higher.
Call (850) 998-3090 for a free, written quote. You’ll get line-item pricing before any work starts. No change orders. No vague ranges. And if you’ve got a written estimate from someone else, we’ll give you a free second opinion.
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.
FAQs - CGI Windows & Doors in Miami
Does every CGI window installed in Miami have to carry a Miami-Dade NOA?
Yes. Every window and door installed in Miami-Dade County’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone must carry a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance. A Florida Product Approval by itself is not enough, and an inspector will reject a non-NOA unit at rough inspection. If you’re buying CGI windows in Miami, verify the NOA before you pay.
Why are many older Miami homes replacing jalousie windows with CGI impact units?
Because original jalousie windows on 1950s through 1970s concrete-block homes are entirely non-compliant with HVHZ codes, and they’re actively flagging homeowner insurance policies. Replacing them with CGI impact units that carry a Miami-Dade NOA brings the home into compliance and usually satisfies the insurer’s wind mitigation requirements. Call (850) 998-3090 for a free replacement estimate.
Can you repair a CGI impact window with a fogged glass seal, or does it need full replacement?
A fogged impact glass unit needs full replacement, not a reseal. Once the seal fails, the inert gas between the panes is gone and the glass’s insulating and impact integrity is compromised. We replace the glass unit with OEM CGI glass to preserve the NOA certification.
How does Miami’s salt air affect CGI aluminum frames and what do you do about it?
Salt air and high humidity corrode aluminum frame finishes and hardware, especially on exterior-facing units within a few miles of the coast. We replace corroded frame sections and hardware with OEM CGI parts or marine-grade stainless steel components. It’s a longevity issue as much as a cosmetic one. Call (850) 998-3090 for an inspection and honest assessment of what needs replacing.
Will a CGI Classic Series window pass inspection in Miami if I only add hurricane shutters?
No. A non-impact CGI Classic Series window will not pass an HVHZ inspection on its own, and adding hurricane shutters does not change the window’s product approval. If you’re replacing windows in Miami, you need impact-rated units with a Miami-Dade NOA. We can walk you through which CGI models qualify. Call (850) 998-3090 and ask for the Miami NOA conversation.
Service Areas Near Miami
We serve all of Miami-Dade, including Hialeah, Miami Beach, Doral, Miami Gardens, and Pembroke Pines. For homeowners closer to the coast, see our CGI service in Miami Beach. If you’re up in Hialeah or West Miami, our CGI service in Hialeah page covers what you need. We also run CGI sales & service across the full Miami metro. And our full Miami service area page has the complete list.
Book Your CGI Service in Miami Today
If your CGI windows or doors need parts, repair, or full replacement in Miami, call (850) 998-3090. We answer live, day or night. My name’s on the truck and on the warranty. That’s not something we take lightly. Free estimates, written line-item pricing, and the Done Right Promise on every job. Call Ed and the team now.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Miami 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.