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Double hung windows are the classic Florida choice when you want a traditional look that still stands up to hurricane season. Both sashes slide vertically, and both tilt inward for easy cleaning, which matters when you live near salt air and afternoon storms. At TruePane Windows & Doors, we install impact-rated double hung windows across Fort Lauderdale, from Victoria Park and Rio Vista to Coral Ridge and Tarpon River. Every install follows AAMA 2400/2410 practice with HVHZ-compliant methods, because a window is only as good as the crew that sets it. Call (754) 310-3589 to talk specs, lead times, or a free on-site measurement.
Product Overview - Double Hung Windows
Classic vertical-glide impact windows with tilt-in sashes on both top and bottom. That’s the short version. The longer version is that double hung windows give Fort Lauderdale homeowners what they actually want: a traditional profile that fits older Florida ranches, 1950s concrete block homes, and newer Mediterranean builds, paired with laminated impact glass protection that doesn’t require shutters or plywood when a storm watch starts. The top sash drops down, the bottom sash lifts up, and both tilt inward so you can clean the exterior glass from inside the house. For a two-story home near Las Olas or a waterfront property off the Intracoastal, that tilt-in feature alone saves a lot of ladder time.
We offer frame materials in aluminum and vinyl. Aluminum gives you a slimmer sightline and is common on mid-century and coastal contemporary homes. Vinyl brings thermal efficiency and a softer profile that suits single-story neighborhoods like Sailboat Bend and Shady Banks. Both are engineered for Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements, and both carry laminated impact glass with a PVB interlayer as the standard. What makes this profile work in hurricane-prone construction is the combination: a reinforced frame, laminated glass that holds together under impact, and a design pressure matched to your specific wind zone, up to +/-100 and never higher. We do not overspec. We match the rating to the structure.
Technical Specifications
- Frame materials: Aluminum, Vinyl
- Glass options: Laminated Impact Glass (PVB interlayer), Low-E Insulated Glass, Tinted Glass, Clear Glass
- Finish options: White, Almond, Bronze, Black, Tan
- Screen options: Half Screen, Full Screen
- Design pressure: Matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100 - never higher
- Compliance: Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers available per configuration; engineered to FBC HVHZ requirements
- Operation: Both sashes vertical glide, both sashes tilt in
We install this product across our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines. Each configuration carries its own Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval number, so the exact approval applied to your quote depends on the size, glass package, and frame material you select. We verify approvals on your specific quote before you sign anything.
Hurricane & Compliance Performance
Laminated Impact Glass
The glass is two lites bonded with a PVB (polyvinyl butyral) interlayer. When debris hits, the glass may crack, but the interlayer holds the broken pieces in the frame. That keeps wind and rain out and gives your Fort Lauderdale home a passive protection layer that needs no deployment before a storm. The interlayer is the mechanism, not a coating.
Miami-Dade NOA / Florida Product Approval
Every configuration we sell carries a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or a Florida Product Approval number. These are issued per configuration, tied to specific sizes, glass packages, and frame materials. We pull the approval documents for your exact window package and include them with your permit submittal. You verify the number on your quote, not on a generic website.
FBC / HVHZ Compliance
Double hung windows from TruePane Windows & Doors are engineered to Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. HVHZ is the stricter standard that applies to Broward County and all of Fort Lauderdale. This is not a coastal add-on. It is the baseline code for where you live.
TAS 201 / 202 / 203 Testing Context
HVHZ-rated products are tested under the TAS protocol family. TAS 201 covers large-missile impact, TAS 202 covers cyclic wind-pressure loading, and TAS 203 covers forced-entry resistance. These tests simulate what actually happens in a hurricane: debris strikes, then wind loads cycle against the window for hours, then someone tries to force the sash open during the chaos afterward.
Design Pressure for Your Wind Zone
Design pressures are matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100, and never higher. Over-rating a window adds cost without adding safety. Under-rating it is a code violation. We spec the rating your specific elevation, exposure, and structure require, and we put the number on your quote in writing.
Energy Performance
Low-E insulated glass options are available for the double hung profile. That matters on east- and west-facing walls in Fort Lauderdale, where morning and afternoon sun drive cooling costs. Low-E coatings reduce solar heat gain without darkening the view. Tinted and clear glass round out the lineup for different design and glare needs.
Color & Glass Options
For Fort Lauderdale’s coastal and Mediterranean stock, white and bronze are the most common finish choices. White frames suit classic 1960s concrete block ranches and the crisp trim lines common in Poinsettia Heights and Croissant Park. Bronze reads more grounded, pairs well with barrel tile roofs, and hides salt spray residue better than lighter shades. Black is increasingly popular on modern builds and renovated mid-centuries, giving a sharp contrast against stucco. Almond and tan soften the look and work well on earthy exteriors, which you still see across older neighborhoods like Middle River Terrace and Dorsey-Riverbend.
Glass selection depends on what the window faces. Clear laminated impact glass is the workhorse: maximum visible light, full storm protection. Tinted glass cuts glare and heat on south-facing rooms and direct sun rooms. Low-E insulated glass is the upgrade for energy performance, and it’s worth serious consideration on bedrooms and living areas where the AC runs longest. We walk through the exposure of each opening during the site measurement so you’re not guessing which package makes sense for which wall.
Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale
Improper installation compromises a NOA-rated system. That sentence matters more than most people realize. The product testing assumes a specific installation method. The fastest way to void the protection you paid for is to have the window set out of level, shimmed incorrectly, or sealed with the wrong material. We see it in Fort Lauderdale regularly: windows with pressure ratings that look right on paper, installed in ways that would fail a water test on day one.
Our install process starts with a pre-install inspection. We check the rough opening, the existing flashing condition, and any water intrusion history around the opening. Then we set the window level, plumb, and square before anchoring. The perimeter gets a continuous seal with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, which is the right product for this climate and this application. Our installation practice follows AAMA 2400/2410 standards, and we verify that work against the NOA submittal for the specific window you bought. The final step is a water test on the completed opening, followed by interior and exterior cleanup. For Fort Lauderdale specifically, we check coastal exposure on a per-opening basis, since wind zones change quickly near the water, and we flag any permitting considerations for your HVHZ jurisdiction before the job starts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Double Hung Windows
Design pressures are matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100, and never higher. Your specific rating depends on the elevation, exposure, and structure of the opening in Fort Lauderdale. We calculate that per window and print the number on your quote. Call (754) 310-3589 to get a wind zone check on your project.
Lead times vary by manufacturer, frame material, and glass package. Aluminum and vinyl frames, plus the laminated impact glass build, mean most double hung window orders land within a few weeks of final measurements, but exact timing shifts with current factory queues. We quote the live lead time when you place the order, and we call before delivery to coordinate the install.
Yes. Every configuration carries a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval number. We pull the approval documents for your specific window package and include them with the permit submittal for your Fort Lauderdale project. The approval number is issued per configuration, so we verify it on your specific quote before anything is ordered.
Sizes are not one-size-fits-all, and most double hung windows we install in Fort Lauderdale are custom measured to the opening. Configuration options include glass package, finish, frame material, and screen type. Maximum allowable sizes are set by the product approval for each configuration, and we’ll tell you if a requested size falls outside the tested range before you spend money.
Rinse the frame and tracks with fresh water every few months in Fort Lauderdale, since salt air builds up quickly near the coast. Wipe down the sashes with mild soap and water. Lubricate the balance and tilt mechanisms with a silicone-based product, not oil, and keep the weep holes clear at the bottom of the frame. The tilt-in sashes make exterior-facing glass cleaning a one-person job from inside the house.
Get a Quote - Double Hung Windows in Fort Lauderdale
We walk the project with you, measure every opening, verify the wind zone, and put together a written quote with real product approvals attached. No pressure, no guesswork. Call TruePane Windows & Doors at (754) 310-3589 to schedule a free on-site measurement for double hung windows in Fort Lauderdale.
Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Fort Lauderdale since 2009.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose TruePane 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.
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