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Updated October 2026By Ashley Rivera (Permitting & Project Operations Specialist)Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1533058 · Roofing Contractor CCC13373959 min read

Factory Lead Times & Project Timeline

How Long Do Impact Windows Take From Contract to Final Inspection in South Florida? (2026 Lead Times)

A complete impact window and door replacement project in South Florida typically takes 8 to 12 weeks from contract signing to installation, followed by 1 to 5 days of on-site installation and final municipal building inspection. Based on 103 completed 2026 factory orders tracked by Republic’s project management desk (Omar Tellez and Camila Diaz) and October 2026 manufacturer schedules, current factory production lead times from order placement to warehouse delivery run 4 to 6 weeks for ECO Window Systems (2026 median: 4.7 weeks), 6 to 8 weeks for CWS / Custom Window Systems (2026 median: 7.9 weeks; recent fall orders arriving in 6.1–6.4 weeks), 6 to 9 weeks for ES Windows (2026 median: 8.4 weeks; late-October 2026 factory ETA: 6–7 weeks), and 8 to 11 weeks for PGT WinGuard (2026 tracked custom order: 10.8 weeks).

  • 8–12 WeeksTypical total timeline from contract signing to installation in South Florida
  • 4.7 WeeksECO Window Systems 2026 median factory delivery (n = 34 completed orders)
  • 6–8 WeeksCurrent Oct 2026 factory ETA for CWS (6–8 wks) & ES Windows (6–7 wks)
  • 1–5 DaysTypical on-site installation time by Republic’s dedicated installation crews
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· Written by Ashley Rivera · Verified against Republic Windows, Doors & Roofing internal operations logs (Florida Certified General Contractor CGC1533058 · Roofing Contractor CCC1337395).

Verified 2026 Republic Project Management Log (n = 103 Completed Orders + Oct 27, 2026 Factory Updates)

Current 2026 Factory Manufacturing Lead Times: ECO, CWS, ES Windows & PGT

Because every impact window and door is custom-manufactured to your home’s exact masonry opening dimensions, glass tint, Low-E coating, and ASCE 7-22 design pressure rating, factory manufacturing is the core driver of project timing. The table below reports real 2026 order-to-warehouse delivery times logged by Republic Project Manager Omar Tellez and Operations Coordinator Camila Diaz alongside late-October 2026 factory production schedules.

2026 South Florida impact window factory lead times in weeks by manufacturer
Manufacturer & PlantCurrent Oct 2026 Factory ETA2026 Republic Median (Days)2026 Tracked OrdersPrimary HVHZ Series Installed
ECO Window Systems (Medley, FL)4 to 6 weeks4.7 weeks (33 calendar days · avg 5.1 wks)34 completed 2026 orders (24–56 days typical)Eco-Guard & Eco-Novo Aluminum (Series 150, 175, 200, 275, 500, 650, 755, 775)
CWS — Custom Window Systems (Ocala, FL)6 to 8 weeks (fall orders arriving in 6.1–6.4 wks)7.9 weeks (55 calendar days full-year median)37 completed 2026 orders (43–76 days)WindPact Plus Vinyl (Series 7100, 7200, 7400, 7800) & Hurricane Guard Aluminum (330, 360)
ES Windows / ESW (Barranquilla / Miami Hub)6 to 7 weeks (confirmed Oct 27, 2026 factory schedule)8.4 weeks (59 calendar days peak-season median)31 completed 2026 orders (46–85 days)ELITE & Prestige Aluminum (ES-EL100, EL150, EL200, EL300, EL400) & Multimax Series
PGT WinGuard & WinDoor (North Venice, FL)8 to 11 weeks (custom colors/shapes longer)10.8 weeks (76 calendar days observed custom order)Custom architectural & estate ordersWinGuard Aluminum (7700 Series), WinGuard Vinyl (5500 Series) & WinDoor Estate Doors

Source: Republic Windows, Doors & Roofing internal Pending Projects & Operations log (January–October 2026, n = 103 completed orders with exact 'Order placed' date and 'Materials: Ordered -> Arrived' timestamp logged by Omar Tellez and Camila Diaz) plus Oct 27, 2026 factory production confirmation from ES Windows Account Manager Juan Sebastian Alvarez.

Step-by-Step Project Roadmap

The 6 Milestones From Contract Signing to Passed Final Inspection

Here is how a standard South Florida impact window and door project progresses week by week when factory production and municipal permitting are managed in parallel:

South Florida impact window installation timeline by project milestone
Milestone StageTypical TimingWho Handles ItWhat Happens at This Stage
1. Laser Remeasure & Final Sketch Sign-OffDays 1–7 after signingRepublic Measurement Tech + HomeownerOur technician takes exact laser measurements of every masonry opening, checks bucking and sill conditions, verifies ASCE 7-22 wind pressures, and reviews the final numbered opening sketch with you for signature.
2. HOA Packet & City Permit SubmissionWithin 14 days of signing (or 1 day after HOA approval)Debbi Rodriguez (Permit Manager)We prepare your HOA or condo architectural packet (if applicable), record the Notice of Commencement (Fla. Stat. §713.135), and upload the complete NOA/FL# engineering package to your city’s building portal.
3. Factory Production & Parallel Permit ReviewWeeks 2–9 (4–11 wks factory / 16–47 days city median)Omar Tellez (Project Manager) + FactoryCustom laminated impact glass and frames are fabricated by ECO, CWS, ES Windows, or PGT while the municipal building department reviews and approves your building permit in parallel.
4. Warehouse Delivery & Quality InspectionWeeks 6–10Fort Lauderdale Warehouse + Scheduling DeskYour windows and doors arrive at our Fort Lauderdale warehouse. We unbox and inspect frames, Low-E laminated glass lites, screens, and hardware before calling you to lock in your installation date.
5. In-House Crew Installation & Weatherproofing1 to 5 days on site (typically 2–3 days for 10–15 openings)Dedicated Republic Installation CrewWe remove and haul away one opening at a time (never leaving an opening exposed overnight), set new pressure-treated wood bucking and tapcon/ultrabond masonry anchors per NOA specs, restore perimeter stucco, and seal with prime US-grade sealant.
6. Final City Inspection & Form 1802 Question 71 to 2 weeks after installationMunicipal Building Inspector + HomeownerThe city building inspector verifies NOA/FL# labels, fastener spacing, and tempered/egress compliance and signs off on the final permit—unlocking Question 7 (Opening Protection) on Form OIR-B1-1802 for windstorm insurance credits.

Note: Homes without an HOA utilizing ECO Window Systems or CWS in fast-permitting cities (such as Pompano Beach, Davie, Tamarac, Miami, Boynton Beach, or Hollywood) frequently complete the entire process from contract signing to installation in 7 to 9 weeks.

What Speeds Up or Slows Down a Job

3 Real-World Bottlenecks That Can Add Weeks (And How We Prevent Them)

While 8 to 10 weeks is the standard start-to-finish window for non-HOA single-family homes using ECO, CWS, or ES Windows, three specific variables can extend a South Florida timeline if they are not addressed during Week 1:

  • 1. HOA & Condominium Board Meeting Schedules (+2 to 4 Weeks if Timed Poorly)

    Under Florida Statute §720.3035(6) and §718.113(5), associations require architectural approval before exterior work begins, and many South Florida municipal building departments will not accept a permit filing without the signed HOA letter. Because many HOA architectural committees meet only once a month, Republic’s permit desk sends your complete HOA package (marked NOAs, opening map, license CGC1533058, and certificate of insurance) within days of contract signing so you make the very next board cutoff.

  • 2. Custom Frame Finishes, Specialty Tints & Arch Top Shapes (+2 to 4 Weeks at the Factory)

    Standard white and bronze powder-coated aluminum frames and white vinyl frames with clear, gray, or Low-E 366 laminated glass run on high-speed weekly factory lines (4–6 weeks at ECO; 6–7 weeks at ES Windows; 6–8 weeks at CWS). Special-order architectural Kynar paint colors, wood-grain laminates, half-round arch windows, and custom monumental estate doors require dedicated extrusion and laminating runs that add 2 to 4 weeks.

  • 3. Sequential Ordering by Contractors Who Wait for Permit Issuance (+3 to 6 Weeks Lost)

    Many brokers and subcontractor-only sales companies refuse to place your factory window order until the city building permit is fully approved. In a city with a 42-day median permit review like Boca Raton or Fort Lauderdale, waiting to order until after permit approval turns an 8-week project into a 14- to 16-week wait. Republic’s laser remeasure in Week 1 allows us to run factory fabrication and city permitting simultaneously.

Need the Fastest Turnaround Before Peak Storm Season?

Choose Medley-Built ECO Window Systems (4.7-Week 2026 Median)

Across 34 completed 2026 factory orders in Republic’s internal tracker, ECO Window Systems delivered in a median of 33 calendar days (4.7 weeks) because its aluminum extrusion and glass laminating lines operate locally in Medley, Florida (Miami-Dade County). Pairing ECO Series 150/200/500/650/755 with our 14-day permit submission protocol is the fastest path from contract to installation in South Florida.

Published Pricing & Milestone Billing

Published Installed Window & Door Prices and How Milestone Payments Work

Every timeline commitment should be backed by transparent, published pricing and milestone-based billing tied to real project progress. At Republic Windows, Doors & Roofing, our published installed price ranges are:

• Standard Single-Family Impact Windows: $900 to $1,800 per window installed ($1,350 average across single-hung, horizontal roller, casement, and fixed picture windows), including custom HVHZ window, wood bucking, fasteners, perimeter stucco finish, prime US-grade sealant, permit filing, and our lifetime labor warranty for the original owner. • High-Rise Condominium Impact Windows: $1,800 to $3,000 per window installed. • Impact Entry & French Doors: $3,500 to $6,800 installed. • Impact Sliding Glass Doors: $4,000 to $9,500 installed. • Full Roof Replacement (Miami-Dade, Broward & Palm Beach only): Starting at $10,000 ($700/sq architectural shingle, $1,075/sq concrete tile, $1,125/sq standing-seam metal, $1,175/sq clay tile).

For cash and check projects, our standard milestone payment schedule is structured around the actual stages of your project: 10% initial deposit at contract signing (engineering, remeasure, HOA & permit packet preparation), 40% at factory material order placement, 40% upon completion of installation, and the final 10% only after your municipal building department passes the final inspection (or 100% financed with $0 down through Sunlight Financial, Service Finance, Upgrade, or Renew Financial, subject to credit approval).

Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions Answered

How long does it take to get impact windows installed in South Florida from start to finish?

From contract signing to installation, most South Florida single-family impact window projects take 8 to 12 weeks when permitting and factory manufacturing run in parallel. On-site installation by an in-house crew typically takes 1 to 5 days (2 to 3 days for an average 10- to 15-window home), followed by the final municipal building inspection 1 to 2 weeks later.

Which impact window brand has the fastest lead time in Florida in 2026?

Based on 103 completed 2026 factory orders tracked by Republic’s project management desk, ECO Window Systems (manufactured in Medley, FL) has the fastest lead time at 4 to 6 weeks (2026 median: 4.7 weeks / 33 calendar days). ES Windows currently quotes 6 to 7 weeks as of late October 2026 (8.4-week peak-season median), CWS quotes 6 to 8 weeks (recent fall deliveries in 6.1–6.4 weeks; 7.9-week full-year median), and PGT WinGuard runs 8 to 11 weeks.

How many days does the actual on-site window installation take?

A typical single-family home with 10 to 15 windows and 1 to 2 doors takes 2 to 3 days of on-site work by our in-house installation crew. Larger homes with 20 to 30+ openings take 4 to 5 days. Our crews remove and install one window or door at a time so your home is never left open to weather or overnight security risks.

Do you order the windows before or after the city building permit is approved?

After our measurement technician completes the laser remeasure and you sign off on the final opening sketch in Week 1, we place your factory material order while your municipal building permit is under review. Running manufacturing and city plan review in parallel saves 3 to 6 weeks compared to waiting for permit approval before ordering.

When can I schedule my Form OIR-B1-1802 wind mitigation inspection for insurance discounts?

As soon as the municipal building inspector signs off on your final window and door permit, you can schedule your Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection (Form OIR-B1-1802). Once all glazed openings, exterior doors, and garage doors are protected, your inspector can mark Hurricane / Class A Opening Protection on Question 7 of Form OIR-B1-1802.

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    Published Installed Price RangesWindows $900–$1,800 ($1,350 avg) · High-rise $1,800–$3,000 · Entry/French doors $3,500–$6,800 · Sliders $4,000–$9,500.
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    Permit Submitted Within 14 Days (Non-HOA)In-house permit team (Debbi Rodriguez) & project management (Omar Tellez) under CGC1533058 & CCC1337395.
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