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
Picture & Fixed Windows in Hobe Sound, FL | Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound
Picture and fixed windows are the simplest, most reliable hurricane-impact window you can install in Hobe Sound. No moving parts. No hardware to wear out. Just a sealed, laminated glass panel framed tight against the wall, built to stay put when the pressure drops and the wind rises. Homeowners along the Treasure Coast choose these units for great rooms, master bedrooms, and anywhere the view matters more than ventilation. We’re Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound, and we’ve installed thousands of fixed impact windows across Martin County since we opened here. Our crews work from Jupiter Island down to Stuart, with Hobe Sound as our home base. If you’re planning new construction or replacing outdated non-impact glass, call us at (772) 362-5967 to schedule a free on-site measurement and written quote.
Product Overview - Picture & Fixed Windows
A picture window is exactly what the name suggests: a framed glass panel that functions as a picture frame for your landscape. Fixed windows are the same non-operable profile, just sized and proportioned differently to fit alongside doors, above cabinets, or stacked in vertical arrangements. Both use laminated impact glass with a PVB interlayer, so the pane cracks but stays in the frame if struck by wind-borne debris.
In Hobe Sound, we regularly pair fixed units with operable windows on either side - horizontal rollers, casements, or single-hungs - to capture cross-ventilation without breaking up the view. The fixed center unit carries the visual weight; the flanking operable units handle airflow. This combination shows up constantly in Mediterranean and coastal contemporary homes from The Club at Hobe Sound to the waterfront builds along the St. Lucie Inlet.
Because there are no sashes, locks, or balance systems, the frame itself becomes the entire structural story. We specify aluminum or vinyl frames from PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass, depending on your architectural requirements and exposure. Aluminum carries the load for oversized openings up to 120 inches wide. Vinyl offers thermal break performance and clean sightlines for standard residential sizes. Either way, the engineering targets the same goal: a window that passes HVHZ testing and installs plumb, level, and square so the glazing system performs as designed.
Before
AfterTechnical Specifications
- Frame materials: Aluminum or vinyl extrusions, thermally broken options available on select lines
- Maximum unit width: Up to 120 inches wide (aluminum frames; verify structural header requirements at this span)
- Glass options: Laminated impact glass with PVB interlayer; Low-E insulated glass for thermal performance; tinted glass for glare and solar heat gain control; clear glass for true-color viewing
- Finish options: White, almond, bronze, black, tan - powder-coated or co-extruded depending on frame material and manufacturer line
- Design pressure rating: Matched to your specific wind zone, up to +/-100 PSF - never higher than required
- Compliance documentation: Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers issued per configuration; verify on your specific quote
- Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 practice with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam perimeter sealant
Hurricane & Compliance Performance
Laminated Impact Glass with PVB Interlayer
The glass sandwich in every unit we install uses a polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayer bonded between two lites. When debris strikes, the outer lite may fracture, but the interlayer stretches and holds the shards in place. The barrier stays intact. The envelope stays sealed. That’s the difference between impact-rated and standard tempered glass in a hurricane.
Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval
Every configuration we quote carries its own Notice of Acceptance from Miami-Dade County and a corresponding Florida Product Approval number. These aren’t blanket certifications. They’re issued per frame material, glass package, size, and hardware combination. We pull the specific NOA for your job and include it in the submittal package.
FBC High-Velocity Hurricane Zone Compliance
All picture and fixed windows we install in Hobe Sound are engineered to Florida Building Code HVHZ requirements. That means the frame, glazing, and anchorage system are designed as an integrated assembly, not cobbled together from separate components. The code is strict for a reason. We don’t shortcut it.
TAS 201, 202, and 203 Testing Protocol
HVHZ-rated products undergo a three-part test family. TAS 201 fires a large missile at the glass to simulate wind-borne debris impact. TAS 202 applies thousands of positive and negative pressure cycles to replicate sustained hurricane winds. TAS 203 tests forced-entry resistance. Our fixed windows are tested and listed under this protocol family.
Design Pressure Matched to Your Wind Zone
We size the design pressure rating to your specific site, never higher than necessary. The rating goes up to +/-100 PSF for high-exposure coastal zones. Inland Hobe Sound properties may see lower requirements. The right rating keeps you compliant without overspending on over-engineering you don’t need.
Energy Performance Options
Low-E coatings and insulated glass packages are available across most lines we carry. Low-E reflects infrared heat while passing visible light. Insulated glass adds an air or argon gap for thermal separation. In Hobe Sound’s subtropical climate, these options reduce cooling load without sacrificing the clarity that makes picture windows worth installing in the first place.
Color & Glass Options
Five finishes cover the architectural range we see in Hobe Sound. White and almond remain the standard for Florida ranch and coastal cottage exteriors; they reflect heat and blend with light stucco. Bronze and tan suit Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial homes from Lost Lake to Hobe Sound Polo Club, where earth tones dominate the roof and trim palette. Black has become the default for coastal contemporary builds along the Intracoastal - sharp contrast against white or gray siding, clean sightlines from the interior.
Glass selection depends on orientation and use. Clear glass is the choice when color fidelity matters - ocean views, garden landscapes, art walls. Tinted gray or bronze glass cuts glare and solar heat gain on west-facing elevations that take afternoon sun. Low-E insulated glass is our recommendation for any room where the window spans a significant wall area; the thermal performance difference is measurable on your FPL bill. Laminated impact glass with PVB interlayer is the baseline; every unit gets it, regardless of other upgrades.
Installation by Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound in Hobe Sound
An NOA-rated window is only as good as its installation. We’ve seen fixed windows fail in storms because the frame was racked during setting, because the anchor spacing was wrong for the wind zone, or because the perimeter sealant skipped the AAMA 812 low-expansion foam specification. The product was fine. The installation was not. That’s why Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound runs every job to AAMA 2400/2410 practice, period.
Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check square, level, and structural integrity. In Hobe Sound, coastal humidity and salt air can degrade untreated wood framing; we flag rot or corrosion before the window arrives. The frame gets set plumb, level, and square with composite shims, never cedar or pine that can compress or rot. Anchors are spaced per the NOA for your wind zone, not guessed. The perimeter receives AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant to block air and water infiltration without bowing the frame. We cap with backer rod and sealant matched to the exterior finish.
After setting, we run a water test on every unit. No exceptions. Then we clean the glass, remove protective film, and walk the homeowner through the installation before final sign-off. Permitting in Martin County requires HVHZ documentation; we handle the NOA and Florida Product Approval submittals as part of our standard service. If your home sits on the exposed eastern edge of Hobe Sound near the Atlantic, we’ll spec a higher design pressure and tighter anchor pattern. If you’re inland with windbreak from mature oak canopy, we’ll match the rating to actual conditions. Either way, the window performs as tested because we install it as engineered.
Frequently Asked Questions - Picture & Fixed Windows
Design pressures are matched to your specific site wind zone, up to +/-100 PSF. We verify your exposure category and pull the correct NOA for your permit submittal during quoting. Call (772) 362-5967 and we’ll check your address against the current wind zone map.
Lead times vary by manufacturer line, size, and glass specification. Standard sizes in white or bronze typically move faster than custom spans over 96 inches or specialty finishes like black. We quote realistic delivery windows when we measure your opening, and we coordinate delivery to avoid sit-time that risks frame damage. Call (772) 362-5967 for current availability on the line that fits your project.
Yes. Martin County Building Department requires HVHZ documentation for all impact window installations. We include the specific Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers for your exact configuration in every permit package we submit. You won’t need to source these yourself. Call (772) 362-5967 and we’ll confirm your permit requirements during the estimate.
Absolutely. Fixed windows are available up to 120 inches wide in aluminum frames, and we regularly quote custom heights and widths to fit architect-designed openings. We can also stack fixed units vertically, pair them with transoms, or flank them with operable windows for ventilation. Every custom configuration gets its own NOA verification. Call (772) 362-5967 to schedule a measurement and explore options for your opening.
Rinse salt residue quarterly with fresh water, especially on oceanfront or riverfront homes in Hobe Sound. Wash frames with mild soap and a soft brush; avoid solvents or abrasives that degrade powder coat or vinyl cap stock. Inspect perimeter sealant annually for cracks or separation. The glass itself cleans like standard glazing; the PVB interlayer is internal and requires no maintenance. If you notice sealant failure or frame movement after a storm, call us for inspection. Call (772) 362-5967 with any maintenance questions or to schedule a post-storm check.
Get a Quote - Picture & Fixed Windows in Hobe Sound
Ready to frame your view and protect your home? Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound measures, quotes, and installs picture and fixed impact windows across Hobe Sound and the Treasure Coast. We’ll visit your property, assess your openings, confirm your wind zone, and deliver a written line-item quote with the specific NOA documentation your permit requires. No pressure. No obligation. Just accurate numbers from a crew that knows Hobe Sound construction. Call (772) 362-5967 today to schedule your free estimate.
Written by the team at Sightline Windows & Doors Hobe Sound, serving Hobe Sound, FL and the greater Martin County area.
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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