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Our Door Installation services in Fort Myers means putting an impact-rated, Florida-code-compliant door between your home and whatever the Gulf throws at it – hurricane-force winds, wind-driven rain, and the kind of sustained heat and humidity that eats through builder-grade doors in five years flat. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing storm and exterior doors across Fort Myers since 2011, and Ed Winslow personally stands behind every job through our 36500-Day Done Right Promise. If something’s not right, we come back and fix it – no ticket number, no runaround.
Whether you’re replacing a weathered Entry Doors in McGregor or upgrading a back door in Gateway that’s letting in afternoon heat like a screen, we carry impact-rated doors from brands like Therma-Tru and PGT that are built to Florida’s exacting impact standards. Call us at (239) 453-7751 – a live person picks up, any hour of the day – or read on to understand exactly what this service involves and what it typically costs in the Fort Myers market.
This page covers our storm and exterior door work specifically. For the full picture of what we do on the door side of the business, visit our Door Installation in Fort Myers page.
When You Need Storm & Exterior Doors
Fort Myers homeowners usually reach us for one of a few clear reasons. The damage is visible, the energy bills are climbing, or the home just failed a wind-mitigation inspection and the insurance company is asking questions. Here’s what typically sends people our way:
- Hurricane season is coming and your current door isn’t impact-rated. Florida Building Code requires impact-rated or protected openings in most of Lee County. A standard hollow-core door is a liability before a named storm even forms in the Atlantic.
- The bottom of the door has swelled, warped, or rotted. Fort Myers averages over 55 inches of rain a year, and ground-level moisture works fast on wood and lower-grade fiberglass. In neighborhoods like Pelican Landing and Iona, we see this on doors that are less than eight years old.
- There’s daylight or air movement around the frame. If you can see light at the threshold or feel conditioned air escaping near the jamb, you’re paying to cool the outside. In a Fort Myers summer, that adds up fast.
- Your homeowner’s insurance premium went up – or your carrier asked for a wind-mitigation report. An impact-rated exterior door with the right hardware documentation can support a credits claim. We’ll walk you through the paperwork.
- The door was damaged by a storm, attempted break-in, or just age. A compromised door frame isn’t only an energy problem. A frame that’s shifted or splintered around the lock is a real security concern, and it needs to be addressed at the structural level – not patched with caulk.
- You’re renovating or selling and the front entry looks its age. The exterior door is the first thing a buyer or guest sees. A Therma-Tru fiberglass entry with impact glass doesn’t just perform better – it photographs better and appraises better.
Our Storm & Exterior Doors Process
We run the same clean, predictable process on every door job in Fort Myers – from a single front entry in Estero to a full exterior door replacement across a home in Cape Harbour. Here’s exactly what to expect:
- Free in-home measurement and assessment. Ed’s team comes to you – no trip charge inside Lee County. We measure the rough opening, check the existing frame for rot or racking, inspect the threshold condition, and look at how the current door is mounted. We’re looking for problems before they become surprises on installation day.
- Honest, upfront product recommendation. Based on your opening size, your home’s construction type, your exposure level, and your goals (impact rating, energy performance, aesthetics), we’ll recommend specific doors – whether that’s a PGT impact entry, a Therma-Tru fiberglass system, or another option from our authorized lineup. You’ll get a written quote with line items. No vague totals, no mystery labor charges.
- Permit pulling (when required). Most exterior door replacements in Fort Myers require a permit through Lee County. We handle all of it. This is non-negotiable for us – permitted work protects your home’s value, keeps your insurance valid, and ensures the installation passes inspection. Contractors who skip this step are cutting a corner that lands on you later.
- Professional removal and frame preparation. The old door comes out carefully. We inspect the rough opening, address any wood rot or moisture damage in the frame or sill, and make sure the new unit has a solid, level surface to sit against. This step is where a lot of discount installs go wrong – they drop the new door into a compromised frame and call it done.
- Impact door installation and weatherproofing. The new door goes in plumb and level, shimmed correctly, flashed properly, and sealed against Fort Myers’s wind-driven rain. Hardware is installed and tested. We don’t leave until the door closes smooth, the deadbolt throws clean, and there are no gaps at the threshold.
- Cleanup, final walkthrough, and documentation. We take our materials with us. Before we leave, we walk you through the installation, show you how the hardware operates, and hand over any product documentation or impact certification sheets you’ll need for your insurance file. The 36500-Day Done Right Promise is in effect from the moment the last screw goes in.
Storm & Exterior Doors Pricing in Fort Myers
Storm and exterior door pricing in Fort Myers typically runs between $900 and $4,500 installed, depending on the door type, size, glass options, and frame condition. The ranges below reflect what we actually see on jobs in Lee County – not national averages pulled from a price sheet.
| Door Type | Typical Installed Price Range (Fort Myers) |
|---|---|
| Single impact fiberglass entry (no glass) | $900 – $1,600 |
| Single impact fiberglass entry with glass panel | $1,400 – $2,200 |
| Double/French impact entry doors | $2,400 – $4,500 |
| Steel impact exterior door | $1,100 – $2,000 |
| Frame repair or replacement (add-on) | $200 – $600 |
| Permit (Lee County, when required) | $75 – $200 |
A few things move the price in Fort Myers specifically:
- Frame condition. Homes in flood zones near the Caloosahatchee River or older neighborhoods like Dunbar sometimes have wood framing that’s absorbed years of moisture. Replacing rotted sills or jambs adds to the job – but skipping it guarantees a callback.
- Impact glass configuration. Sidelites and decorative glass panels add beauty and light, but each lite is an additional impact-rated component with its own cost. We’ll show you the difference so you can make the call.
- Door size. Standard 3’0″ x 6’8″ doors cost less than oversized 8-foot entries, which are increasingly common in Fort Myers new construction and renovation projects.
- Product tier. A Therma-Tru Benchmark series door costs less than a Therma-Tru Pulse series with custom finish and hardware. Both are quality doors – we’ll match the tier to your budget and goals.
Every estimate from Winslow is free and written with line items. Seniors and veterans get a permanent 10% discount, and any repair over $200 qualifies for $40 off. We also offer free second opinions on any written estimate you’ve received from another contractor – bring it in and we’ll tell you honestly how it compares. Call (239) 453-7751 to schedule yours.
Why Fort Myers Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
Fort Myers has no shortage of door installers. What it has a shortage of is installers who answer their own phone, pull their own permits, and put their name on the work the way Ed Winslow does. We’re not a franchise with a regional call center – we’re a locally owned company that has been operating here since 2011, with a published address and license number you can verify before we ever pull into your driveway.
Every technician who shows up to your home in Fort Myers is background-checked and arrives in uniform. You’ll know their name before the truck parks. That’s not a policy we added for marketing reasons – it’s how Ed runs the business because he’d want the same thing if it were his own home.
We’re authorized installers for PGT and Therma-Tru, two of the most trusted names in Florida impact doors, as well as CGI and CWS. That authorization matters: it means factory-trained installation, valid product warranties, and impact certification documentation that holds up with your insurance carrier and the county inspector.
The 36500-Day Done Right Promise isn’t a slogan. It’s the standard Ed set when he started this company. If the door isn’t performing the way it should – at any point – we come back. No fine print about labor windows or pro-rated coverage. Done right, or we make it right.
For a broader look at everything we do on the door side – including sliding glass doors, patio doors, and full entry systems – check out our home page for the complete picture of what Winslow covers.
FAQs – Storm & Exterior Doors in Fort Myers
Do I need a permit to replace an exterior door in Fort Myers?
Yes, in most cases you do. Lee County requires a permit for exterior door replacements that affect the building envelope, particularly impact-rated installations – which is most of what we install in Fort Myers. We pull the permit on your behalf, schedule the inspection, and handle the county’s documentation requirements. Homeowners who skip this step sometimes discover the problem when they try to sell or file an insurance claim. Call (239) 453-7751 if you’re unsure whether your specific job requires a permit – we’ll give you a straight answer.
How much does a storm door installation cost in Fort Myers?
A single impact fiberglass exterior door installed in Fort Myers typically runs between $900 and $2,200, depending on the door style, glass options, and whether the existing frame needs repair. French & Double Doors or impact entries run $2,400 to $4,500 installed. Frame rot, oversized openings, and premium hardware can push costs higher. The only way to get an accurate number for your specific home is a free in-home estimate – call us at (239) 453-7751 and we’ll come to you with no trip charge inside Lee County.
What’s the difference between a storm door and an impact door?
A storm door is a secondary door installed in front of an existing exterior door – typically a lighter aluminum or steel unit that adds a layer of weather protection and sometimes ventilation. An impact door replaces your primary exterior door entirely and is engineered to meet Florida’s Miami-Dade or Florida Building Code impact standards, meaning it’s tested to withstand hurricane-force wind pressure and debris. In Fort Myers, most homeowners in wind-mitigation zones need Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors, not just a storm door layered over a standard entry. We’ll tell you exactly what your opening and your insurance situation call for.
How long does a storm or exterior door installation take?
Most single exterior door installations in Fort Myers take between three and six hours on the day of install. Double door systems or jobs that require frame repair may run a full day. The longer part of the timeline is usually permit processing through Lee County, which can add one to two weeks before the install date. We’ll give you a realistic timeline during your estimate so you’re not waiting around for a vague “we’ll call you” update. Call (239) 453-7751 to get the process started – the estimate is free and the first conversation is with a real person.
Key Takeaways
- Storm and impact exterior doors in Fort Myers are a code and insurance issue as much as a comfort issue – Lee County’s wind exposure requirements are real.
- Installed prices typically range from $900 for a basic single impact entry to $4,500 for double impact French doors, with frame repair and permits as potential add-ons.
- Winslow Windows & Doors has been installing doors in Fort Myers since 2011, is locally owned by Ed Winslow, and carries a published address and license number.
- We pull permits, handle inspections, and back every installation with the 36500-Day Done Right Promise.
- Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount. Any repair over $200 saves $40.
- A live person answers every call at (239) 453-7751, around the clock.
Get a Free Estimate on Your Fort Myers Storm or Exterior Door
If you’re ready to put an impact-rated door on your Fort Myers home – or you just want an honest second opinion on a quote you’ve already received – call Winslow Windows & Doors at (239) 453-7751. We’ll schedule a free in-home estimate, come to you with no trip charge inside Lee County, and give you a written quote with real line items before any work begins. Ed’s name is on the business, which means it’s on every door we install. The 36500-Day Done Right Promise comes with every job, and the number above is answered by a real person, any time you call.
We’re the one down the road – and we’ll be here when you need us.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Fort Myers since 2011.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Winslow 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.