New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
1. Choose your installer
The unit is half the job - the install is the other half. Our own background-checked crews measure, set, seal and insulate every opening, and they know the lines we quote inside and out because they install them every week.
2. Select the right products
Compare styles, materials and glass packages side by side until the fit is right for your rooms, your budget and your goals. The product-line comparison below is the place to start.
3. Prepare your home for install
Before install day we walk you through a short checklist - furniture pulled back, treatments down, a clear path to each opening - so install day is watch-it-happen, not scramble.
Compare the Lines We Quote
Every project is priced on the same lines, side by side - the price indicators below are relative, and your consultant shows exact numbers on your actual openings.
PGTThe line Florida homeowners arrive naming - the most Miami-Dade certifications in the industry$$$
- More Miami-Dade NOA certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe Florida value pick$$
- Vinyl systems built in Florida for Florida codes
- Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Miami-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
CWS Window Replacement: The Hobe Sound Owner’s Guide
CWS window replacement in Hobe Sound typically runs $340 to $890 per opening installed, depending on the series, glazing package, and whether the frame is salvageable. We stock CWS-compatible frames, sashes, and hardware for same-day replacement on most standard sizes up to 72 x 96 inches. Most Hobe Sound owners discover a CWS window needs replacement when the sash won’t stay open, the weep system backs up during afternoon thunderstorms, or they notice daylight between the frame and the wall after a season of thermal cycling.
Which CWS Models This Applies To
CWS manufactures three residential series we encounter regularly in Martin County: the Aria impact-rated line, the Classic non-impact vinyl series, and the Estate aluminum-clad wood line. The Aria 300 and 500 series share a 2-5/8 inch frame depth and use the same sash balance cartridge, but the glazing bead profile changed in 2019, so a pre-2019 sash won’t seal correctly in a post-2019 frame. We check this before ordering anything.
To identify your series, look for the CWS label in the head jamb or the etched marking on the spacer bar between glass lites. The Aria label will read “ASTM E1886/E1996” for impact certification; Classic labels show “AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440” without the impact notation. Estate labels include a wood species stamp.
We are an independent service provider, not affiliated with CWS. For most replacements, we source direct CWS OEM sashes and frames through our distributor in West Palm Beach. On discontinued profiles, we fabricate compatible aftermarket frames to the same extrusion tolerances, documented with a written spec sheet you keep. The aftermarket route saves roughly 15 to 20 percent when the original die set is no longer running.
Before
AfterSigns Your CWS Window Replacement Is Failing
- Sash drops or won’t stay open. The coil balance system has fatigued, usually after 8,000 to 12,000 cycles in Hobe Sound’s salt-air environment. CWS uses a proprietary shoe width on Aria series balances; a generic replacement will chatter in the track and fail within two years.
- Condensation between glass lites. The insulating glass unit (IGU) seal has breached. In South Florida, this typically happens at year 7 to 11 due to daily thermal expansion stressing the PIB primary seal. The fix is a full sash replacement; defogging sprays are temporary and void any remaining warranty.
- Frame corner separates at the miter. Heat-welded vinyl corners can creep in sustained temperatures above 92 degrees, which Hobe Sound sees from May through October. We measure the diagonal shift before quoting; anything over 1/8 inch means the frame is no longer square and the whole unit should come out.
- Water pools on the sill after rain. The weep flap has clogged with pollen and salt residue, or the sill slope was installed backward. CWS weep systems require 3/16 inch minimum fall to the exterior; we check this with a torpedo level during survey.
- Air whistles at the meeting rail. The wool pile weatherstrip has compressed or the interlock tongue is worn. On Estate series, the aluminum cap can also work loose at the screw bosses. We stock the correct pile height by series; 0.270 inch for Classic, 0.325 inch for Aria.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
| Scope | Price Range in Hobe Sound |
|---|---|
| CWS Classic sash replacement (IGU + frame) | $340 - $520 |
| CWS Aria impact-rated sash replacement | $580 - $780 |
| CWS Estate aluminum-clad wood sash | $720 - $890 |
| Full frame-out replacement, same size | Add $180 - $260 |
| Disposal of old unit | Included |
| Documented photo record | Included |
What drives the range: the glazing package (single-strength vs. laminated impact), whether the nailing fin is intact, and if the rough opening has settled out of square. We measure the opening twice before ordering anything. The written quote you receive at survey is the invoice you pay; Haven Clause 1 means the number does not change. Every replacement carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise and leaves a documented photo record of the finished installation.
DIY or Call Us?
An owner can safely check three things: whether the sash lock engages fully, whether the weep channels are clear of debris, and whether the weatherstrip is physically present along the meeting rail. Beyond that, CWS window replacement involves tempered or laminated glass that weighs 45 to 90 pounds per sash, depending on size and impact rating. The balance system stores significant spring tension; releasing it without a sash brake can damage the frame or cause injury.
We do not recommend homeowner removal of fixed sashes or frame-out work. The Hobe Sound wind zone requires specific fastener spacing and sealant bead dimensions that are documented in the photo record we provide. If you have a competitor’s written estimate, bring it to us for a free second opinion. Call (772) 362-5967 to schedule your survey.
FAQs
Expect 15 to 22 years for vinyl frames and 12 to 18 years for wood-clad units before major component replacement is needed. Salt air accelerates hardware corrosion by roughly 30 percent compared to inland Martin County, which is why we see balance failures at Peck Lake and Gomez properties sooner than in Indiantown. Call (772) 362-5967 for an exact quote on your specific series.
Hardware, balances, and weatherstrip can be repaired or replaced in isolation. Once the IGU seal fails or the frame corners separate, repair is not cost-effective; the sash or full unit should be replaced. We will tell you which category your window falls into at survey, with the price for both paths written out. Call (772) 362-5967 to schedule.
A sash replacement in an existing frame takes 45 to 90 minutes per opening. A full frame-out replacement, including interior trim restoration, takes 3 to 5 hours. We schedule one opening or the full house based on your preference; the written scope specifies which approach applies to each window. Call (772) 362-5967 to arrange timing.
We stock CWS-compatible balances, weatherstrip, and hardware in our Martin County warehouse, and we maintain same-day access to sashes and frames through our West Palm Beach distributor for standard sizes. Custom geometries and Estate wood species orders require 10 to 14 days. Call (772) 362-5967 to confirm availability for your model.
Measure it right the first time, and the door closes the way it’s supposed to - every time after that. Sonia Raman built that habit into Sightline’s process after years of seeing what happens when someone doesn’t.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner, Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound at Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound, serving Hobe Sound and nearby areas.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound
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.
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