Short answer: general window replacement in Hollywood is priced per opening, not as one flat price for the house. Two homes on the same street can land on very different numbers because the count of openings, the window style, the frame material and the glass package all move the total. The only figure worth planning around is a written quote taken after someone measures your actual openings.
- Window replacement is quoted per opening, so the number of windows is the single biggest driver of your total.
- Style matters as much as size: a casement, a single-hung and a sliding glass door are three different price points.
- Hollywood sits in Broward County’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so permits, approved products and inspections are part of every legitimate quote.
- Impact windows cost more per opening than standard replacement units, but they remove shutters from your storm routine and may qualify for wind mitigation credits with your insurer.
- Financing is available on window projects, subject to credit approval, which is why many homeowners replace every opening at once instead of in stages.
Why nobody can quote your windows over the phone
A window quote is really a stack of small quotes, one for each opening. Change any item in that stack and the total moves, which is why a single “average price” for Hollywood tells you almost nothing about your own house.
These are the factors that actually set the number:
- How many openings you are replacing, and whether doors are included in the scope.
- Window style – single-hung, casement, storm window units and sliding glass doors are all priced differently for the same wall space. See casement window replacement cost in Hollywood FL for how one style prices out on its own.
- Opening size and condition, including whether the opening has to be resized and the surrounding stucco patched and finished.
- Frame material and finish, plus the glass package: standard glass versus impact-rated laminated glass, low-E coatings, tint.
- Access – second-floor or hard-to-reach openings take more labor than a ground-floor slider.
- Permitting and inspection, because replacement windows in Broward County need an approved product and a signed-off inspection, not just a clean install.
General window replacement vs impact window replacement
For most Hollywood homeowners the real decision is not whether to replace, it is which kind to put in. Standard replacement windows solve comfort and operation problems. Impact windows solve the storm problem at the same time. Here is how the two compare on the things people actually ask about.
| Criteria | General window replacement | Impact window replacement |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per opening | Lower – the entry point when the goal is simply newer, better-sealing windows | Higher – laminated impact glass and reinforced frames cost more per unit |
| Timeline | Shorter scope, though permitting and inspection still apply | Similar install window, with product approval paperwork on top |
| Storm protection | Still needs shutters or panels put up before a storm | Protection is permanent and always in place, nothing to deploy |
| Longevity and upkeep | New frames and hardware end the sticking, drafts and water intrusion | Same benefits, plus you stop storing, hauling and mounting shutters |
| Insurance and code | Must meet current code for the opening being replaced | Approved impact products may qualify for wind mitigation credits – ask your insurer |
| When it makes sense | Windows are old, drafty or hard to operate and your existing shutters work fine | You are opening the walls anyway and want storm protection handled for good |
Which is right for you
Use the situation, not the sticker. A few clear cases:
- Choose general window replacement when the existing windows are simply worn out, you already own accordion or panel shutters you are willing to put up, and the priority is getting every opening sealed and operating properly.
- Choose impact windows when you travel, rent the property out, or cannot reliably be at the house before a storm to mount panels. Shutters only protect a home if somebody is there to close them.
- Phase the work if the full house is out of reach right now. Start with the largest and most exposed openings, typically sliding glass doors and the front elevation, then finish the remaining windows later. Financing is available and is subject to credit approval, which is why many homeowners choose to do the whole house in one permit instead.
- Bundle the trades if the roof or air conditioning is also near the end of its life. Coordinating window, door and roofing work in one project run keeps openings, flashing and finish details consistent instead of leaving seams between two contractors. Homeowners planning a broader renovation often ask the same question about the kitchen – see How Much Does Kitchen Design Cost in Hollywood, FL? for how that budget breaks down.
What a real Hollywood quote should include
Before you compare two proposals, make sure you are comparing the same work. A complete quote spells out:
- Every opening, listed individually with its style, size and glass specification.
- Whether the price includes the permit, inspection and approved product documentation for Broward County.
- Stucco, trim and interior finish work around each opening.
- Removal and disposal of the old units.
- Whether doors, including sliding glass and storm doors, are in or out of scope.
A proposal that gives you one lump sum with no opening-by-opening breakdown is not cheaper, it is just less clear.
Get your openings measured and priced
Green Contractors FL is a family-owned contractor working out of 4624 Hollywood Blvd #203 in Hollywood, licensed under CGC1535102, handling window and door replacement, impact windows, roofing and air conditioning across Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County.
Call (786) 519-0391 to have your openings measured and get a written, itemized quote for general window replacement, with the impact option priced alongside it so you can see both numbers before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't a contractor give me a window replacement price over the phone?
Because the quote is built opening by opening. The number of openings, each window's style and size, the frame and glass package, any stucco or resizing work, and the Broward County permit and inspection all change the total. A price given before anyone measures is a guess, not a quote.
Do I need a permit to replace windows in Hollywood, FL?
Yes. Hollywood is in Broward County's High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so replacement windows require an approved product and a permitted, inspected installation. Any quote you compare should state clearly whether the permit and inspection are included in the price.
Do impact windows cost more than standard replacement windows?
Yes, impact windows cost more per opening because of the laminated impact glass and reinforced frames. In exchange the protection is permanent, so there are no shutters to store or put up, and approved impact products may qualify for wind mitigation credits with your insurer. Ask your insurance carrier what applies to your policy.
Is it cheaper to replace all the windows at once?
Doing the whole house under one permit and one mobilization is usually the more efficient way to run the project. If that is not practical now, a phased plan that starts with the largest and most exposed openings, such as sliding glass doors and the front elevation, is a reasonable approach.
Can I finance window replacement?
Financing is available on window and door projects and is subject to credit approval. Call (786) 519-0391 to review the options alongside your itemized quote.