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French and double door installation in Miami Shores typically runs between $1,800 and $5,500 installed, depending on size, glass type, and whether the unit needs to meet Miami-Dade’s impact requirements. Most jobs are completed in a single day. If you’re replacing an existing door or adding a new one, Winslow Windows & Doors has handled both in this neighborhood since 2011 – call us at (727) 483-7883 and a live person will pick up, whatever time it is.
Miami Shores has a character all its own: wide lots, older Mediterranean-style homes on streets like NE 10th Avenue, and a building stock that’s seen everything from 1940s construction to recent full renovations. French and double doors fit this neighborhood the way they fit few others – they honor the architectural bones of the home while adding the natural light and indoor-outdoor flow that South Florida living actually calls for. But installing them here isn’t the same as installing them in a drier climate. Salt air, hurricane season, and Miami-Dade’s strict product approval requirements all factor into which door goes in and how it gets installed.
As part of our full Door Installation in Miami Shores service, we install French and double doors as impact-rated units that meet Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance) standards. We’re an authorized installer for Therma-Tru and ES Windows, two brands that offer proven impact-rated French and double door lines built for coastal Florida conditions. Ed Winslow’s name is on the business – and on every permit we pull.
When You Need French & Double Doors
- Your current entry feels closed off to your backyard or pool area. Homes in Miami Shores with rear additions, screened enclosures, or pool decks benefit enormously from French doors that open the living space to the outside. A standard hinged door can’t do what a 6-foot or 8-foot double opening does.
- You’re renovating a 1950s or 1960s home and the original doors don’t meet current code. Older homes throughout Miami Shores often have single wood doors that provide zero impact resistance. Miami-Dade Building Code requires impact-rated or protected openings on all exterior doors – French and double door replacements are no exception.
- You’re getting condensation, drafts, or visible daylight around the door frame. In a humid climate like ours, a failed seal isn’t just uncomfortable – it’s an invitation for mold behind the wall. We regularly see this on 20-year-old double doors throughout the Shores where the original weatherstripping and threshold have simply worn out.
- Your doors are warped, difficult to latch, or the glass is visibly cracked. Wood and hollow-core double doors that have absorbed Miami humidity over the years will warp enough to make latching unreliable. An unlatched exterior door in hurricane season is a serious safety concern, not a deferred maintenance item.
- You’re adding a room addition, converting a garage, or finishing an enclosed patio. New construction within an existing home footprint often creates the perfect opportunity for a double-door opening where there wasn’t one before. We work with homeowners and their contractors to frame and install in coordination.
- Your existing doors failed a home inspection and the buyer is requesting replacement before closing. We get this call regularly from Miami Shores homeowners in escrow. We can often schedule an estimate within 48 hours and provide documentation for your real estate transaction.
Our French & Double Doors Process
- On-site measurement and consultation. We come to your home, measure the rough opening, assess the framing condition, and talk through your goals – light, privacy, interior flow, exterior aesthetics. If you’re set on a specific style like true divided lights or a contemporary full-glass panel, we’ll tell you exactly which products we can source and install. No vague “we’ll see what we can do.”
- Product selection and upfront pricing. Once we know your opening size and requirements, we present options with line-item pricing. For most Miami Shores homes, we recommend impact-rated units from Therma-Tru or ES Windows that carry Miami-Dade product approval – which means no separate storm shutters, no seasonal hardware swapping. You’ll see the full cost before we order anything. No surprises on the invoice.
- Permit application. French and double door replacements in Miami Shores require a building permit through Miami-Dade County. We handle the permit application, the NOA documentation, and the scheduling. Homeowners who try to skip this step often find themselves dealing with unpermitted work violations at the worst possible time – during a sale or an insurance claim.
- Frame preparation and installation. On installation day, our background-checked, uniformed crew removes the existing door, inspects the rough opening and sill for moisture damage or rot (common in coastal South Florida), makes any necessary framing repairs, and installs the new unit to manufacturer specifications. Proper flashing and sealant application matters here more than in almost any other climate in the country.
- Hardware, weatherstripping, and adjustment. Double doors need to align precisely. We fit and adjust the locking multipoint hardware, set the astragal (the center post or overlap piece), test the swing and latch under real conditions, and confirm the weatherstripping makes full contact around the perimeter. A door that looks right but doesn’t seal right isn’t done.
- Final inspection and sign-off. Miami-Dade requires a final inspection on permitted door work. We coordinate that inspection, walk the inspector through the installation, and make sure you get your signed permit card. You’ll have documentation that the work is code-compliant – and that matters for your homeowner’s insurance and any future buyer of the home.
French & Double Doors Pricing in Miami Shores
French and double door installation in Miami Shores costs more than a simple single-door swap, and the reasons are worth understanding before you get competing quotes. The table below reflects real ranges for what Miami Shores homeowners typically pay in the current market. These include product, labor, hardware, and permit fees – not a door-only price that hides the rest.
| Configuration | Installed Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard double door (5-ft or 6-ft, fiberglass, impact-rated) | $1,800 – $2,800 |
| French door pair with sidelites (8-ft wide, impact glass) | $2,800 – $4,200 |
| True divided light French doors (custom glass configuration) | $3,200 – $5,500 |
| Framing modification or rough opening enlargement (add-on) | $400 – $1,200 |
| Permit and NOA documentation (Miami-Dade) | $200 – $450 |
Several factors move a specific job toward the higher end of these ranges:
- Opening size – 8-foot-tall doors cost more than 6-foot 8-inch units, both in product and in framing labor
- Glass configuration – decorative divided lights, obscure glass, or low-E coatings for energy performance all add cost
- Frame condition – if the existing rough opening has water damage (common in homes near the bay or with older stucco exteriors), repairs add time and materials
- Hardware grade – multipoint locking systems and high-quality hinges are worth the cost on double doors that get daily use
- Interior and exterior trim – some homeowners want new casing and threshold to match a renovation; others keep existing trim and save money
A note on quotes that look much lower: in Miami Shores, a contractor who quotes French or double door installation without pulling a permit is skipping a legal requirement. That decision comes back to you as the homeowner – not them. Winslow quotes include permit costs because cutting that corner isn’t something Ed is willing to do on any job, at any price.
Seniors and veterans always receive a 10% discount on any job. If you have a written estimate from another contractor, we’ll give you a free second opinion – bring the quote and we’ll go line by line with you. Call (727) 483-7883 for an exact quote; estimates are free.
Why Miami Shores Homeowners Choose Winslow
There’s no shortage of door installers in South Florida. What’s rarer is an installer who’s been doing this in the same communities since 2011, who pulls permits without being asked, and who answers the phone at midnight when a homeowner realizes their newly installed door isn’t closing right after a rainstorm.
Ed Winslow built this business on a simple standard: if it’s not done right, we make it right. The Done Right Promise isn’t marketing copy – it’s the written commitment that backs every door we install. Most national installation chains can’t make that promise because the company may not exist in five years. We’re locally owned, with a published address and license number, and we plan to be serving Miami Shores for the next fifteen years the same way we’ve served it for the last fifteen.
We’re authorized installers for Therma-Tru, one of the most trusted door manufacturers in the country for fiberglass French and double doors. Therma-Tru’s impact-rated fiberglass units hold up against South Florida humidity, salt air, and hurricane-force wind without warping, swelling, or degrading the way wood does over a decade of Miami weather, making them ideal Storm & Exterior Doors. ES Windows also offers impact-rated French door configurations suited to coastal installations. We stock what makes sense for this market – not a generic national catalog.
Every technician who comes to your door is background-checked and arrives in uniform. You’ll know who’s coming before the truck pulls up. No subcontractors we’ve never met, no unlicensed helpers brought in to hit a deadline.
And if you’re calling after hours because something isn’t right – a real person will answer. Not a voicemail. Not a callback form. Someone who can actually help.
FAQs – French & Double Doors in Miami Shores
Do French and double doors in Miami Shores need to be impact-rated?
Yes. Miami-Dade County requires all exterior door openings to meet the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) wind-load standard, which means every French or double door we install carries a Notice of Acceptance (NOA) and is impact-rated. There is no code-compliant path to installing a non-impact double door on an exterior opening in Miami Shores and leaving it unprotected – the door itself must meet the rating. This is actually a benefit: you won’t need shutters, panels, or any seasonal hardware on an impact-rated double door. Call (727) 483-7883 for a free estimate on a code-compliant installation.
How much do French doors cost to install in Miami Shores?
French door installation in Miami Shores typically runs $1,800 to $5,500 fully installed, depending on the size of the opening, glass configuration, and whether any framing work is needed. That range includes the door unit, labor, hardware, and permit fees – not just the door itself. Quotes that look significantly lower usually exclude permit costs, which is a problem that lands on the homeowner at inspection or sale time. Call (727) 483-7883 and we’ll give you a no-cost, itemized quote specific to your home.
Can you install French doors in a day?
Most standard French and double door replacements in Miami Shores are completed in a single day – typically four to six hours on-site. Jobs that require framing modifications or rough opening enlargement may need a second visit. The permit inspection is a separate appointment scheduled through Miami-Dade, which we coordinate for you. We’ll give you a realistic timeline when we do the estimate so you’re not waiting around guessing.
What’s the difference between French doors and double doors?
French doors specifically feature glass panels that run most of the door’s height, letting light flow between spaces while maintaining a formal, classic look. Double doors is a broader term that covers any pair of hinged doors that meet in the center – they may be solid panel, partial glass, or full glass. In practice, many people use the terms interchangeably, and the product choice depends on how much light you want, your home’s architectural style, and your privacy needs. We’ll walk you through the options during your estimate so you’re choosing based on your actual home, not a catalog photo.
Key Takeaways
- French and double door installation in Miami Shores costs $1,800 to $5,500 fully installed, with permits included in Winslow quotes
- Miami-Dade HVHZ requirements mean all exterior double doors must be impact-rated – no exceptions
- We’re authorized installers for Therma-Tru and ES Windows, two brands with strong impact-rated French door lines suited to coastal Florida
- Every installation includes a permit pulled by Winslow – we don’t let homeowners carry the risk of unpermitted work
- The Done Right Promise backs every door we install – if it’s not right, we come back
- Seniors and veterans receive 10% off; free second opinions available on any written competing estimate
- A live person answers at (727) 483-7883 around the clock – no voicemail, no callback queue
Ready to Talk About Your French or Double Door Project?
Call (727) 483-7883 today and someone will pick up – not a recording, not a call center. We’ll schedule a free on-site estimate at your Miami Shores home, measure the opening, walk through product options with you, and give you upfront pricing before anything gets ordered. Ed’s name is on this business, and every door we install in Miami Shores carries that same standard of accountability. We’re the one down the road. Call us.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Miami Shores 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.