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Door installation in Mangonia Park for French and double units typically runs between $1,200 and $4,500 depending on door size, glass type, and impact rating – and most jobs are completed in a single day. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been installing these doors across Palm Beach County since 2011, and Ed Winslow personally stands behind every installation with our Done Right Promise. Call us at (561) 928-0302 – a live person answers every time, day or night.
French and double doors aren’t just an aesthetic upgrade. In Mangonia Park’s climate, where humidity runs high year-round and hurricane season demands Hurricane-Proof Front & Entry Doors with impact-rated glazing, the door you choose – and who installs it – matters more than most homeowners realize. A door that isn’t properly flashed, shimmed, or sealed won’t just leak air and water. It may fail a wind-load inspection, void your homeowner’s insurance claim, or leave your frame rotting from the inside out within two or three South Florida summers.
We’re a locally owned, owner-operated company, not a franchise that subcontracts the work and mails you a warranty card. If you’re evaluating your options, our full Door Installation in Mangonia Park page covers every door type we handle – from entry singles to sliders – but this page focuses specifically on French and double doors: what drives the cost, how we approach the install, and what makes the difference between a door that holds up and one that doesn’t.
When You Need French & Double Doors
Not every situation calls for a French or double door, but a few scenarios make the upgrade an obvious call. Here’s what we commonly see in Mangonia Park homes:
- Your current single entry door feels cramped for the opening. Many Mangonia Park homes built in the 1970s and 1980s have wider rough openings than the single door that was eventually installed. A double door fills that space the way the frame was designed and dramatically changes how a home feels from the street.
- You’re replacing an aging wood or fiberglass door that’s warped or drafty. South Florida humidity is brutal on doors that weren’t built to handle it. Warping, sticking, and visible daylight around the frame are all signs your door has given up. We often see this in homes near the Lake Worth Lagoon corridor, where salt air and moisture run especially high.
- You want a French door between interior spaces or out to a patio. Double French doors work beautifully between a living room and a covered lanai – a popular configuration in Mangonia Park’s single-family neighborhoods. They open wide, bring in light, and create a connection between indoor and outdoor living that a slider or a single door can’t match.
- Your home needs to meet current Florida Building Code impact requirements. If you’re pulling a permit for a remodel or addition, any new exterior door in Palm Beach County must meet Miami-Dade or Florida Product Approval impact standards. We only install doors that meet those requirements – no exceptions.
- You’re upgrading ahead of a home sale. A well-installed set of French or double doors is one of the highest-visibility exterior upgrades a Mangonia Park homeowner can make before listing. Real estate agents regularly point to entry doors as a top return-on-investment renovation.
- Your current double door leaks air around the astragal or center post. This is extremely common with older installations. If your energy bill has crept up or you feel drafts near the center of a double door, the weatherstripping or the astragal seal is usually to blame – and sometimes the door itself needs to be replaced rather than patched.
Our French & Double Doors Process
Here’s exactly what happens from the moment you call us to the day the job is done. No vague timelines, no surprise steps.
- Free in-home measurement and estimate. Ed or one of our background-checked technicians comes to your Mangonia Park home, measures the rough opening, checks the existing frame condition, and talks through your goals – impact rating, glass style, hardware finish, and budget. There’s no trip charge for homes in Palm Beach County. You get upfront pricing before we book the job. No surprises on the invoice.
- Product selection and order. We’ll match the right door to your opening and your budget. For French and double doors, we regularly work with Therma-Tru for fiberglass systems that hold up in humidity without warping, and CWS for impact-rated units that meet Florida Product Approval requirements. We’ll walk you through glass options – clear, privacy, decorative – and confirm impact rating if that’s needed for your permit.
- Permit coordination (when required). Exterior door replacements in Mangonia Park that alter the opening or involve impact upgrades typically require a permit through the Town of Mangonia Park Building Department. We handle that paperwork. You don’t need to navigate the building department on your own.
- Removal of the old door and frame prep. On installation day, we remove the existing door, inspect the rough opening and sill, and address any rot, moisture damage, or out-of-square conditions before the new door goes in. Skipping this step is how other companies create warranty headaches six months later. We don’t skip it.
- Installation, shimming, and weathersealing. The door unit goes in plumb and level, shimmed properly so it operates smoothly under both normal use and the pressure changes that come with a hurricane approach. We apply flashing tape and sealant at every penetration point. For double doors, we set the astragal and confirm the center seal is airtight before we leave.
- Final walkthrough and cleanup. We test every function – swing, latch, lock, weatherseal – and walk you through operation before we pack up. The job site is cleaned, debris is hauled, and if a follow-up inspection is needed for the permit, we schedule it. Our Done Right Promise means if anything is off after we leave, we come back and fix it. Period.
French & Double Doors Pricing in Mangonia Park
French and double door costs in Mangonia Park vary based on door material, glass type, impact rating, and whether the rough opening needs modification. Below are honest ranges based on what we actually install in Palm Beach County homes.
| Door Type / Scope | Typical Installed Price Range |
|---|---|
| Standard fiberglass double door, non-impact, existing opening | $1,200 – $2,000 |
| Impact-rated fiberglass double door, existing opening | $1,800 – $2,800 |
| French door (interior or exterior), standard glass | $1,100 – $2,200 |
| Impact-rated French door, exterior, with permit | $2,000 – $3,400 |
| Double door with decorative or privacy glass, impact-rated | $2,400 – $4,500 |
| Opening modification or frame rebuild (additional) | $300 – $900 |
| Permit fee (Mangonia Park / Palm Beach County) | $75 – $250 (varies by scope) |
A few factors that move the needle in Mangonia Park specifically:
- Impact rating: Impact-rated doors cost more upfront but may reduce your homeowner’s insurance premium enough to offset the difference over a few years. We can discuss the tradeoff honestly.
- Opening condition: Older Mangonia Park homes sometimes have frames that have shifted or have minor rot at the sill. Catching that during the estimate – not during the install – is the right way to handle it, and we always flag it in writing before we proceed.
- Glass selection: Clear tempered impact glass is the most affordable. Decorative, frosted, or low-E coated glass adds cost but improves privacy and energy performance.
- Hardware and finish: Schlage, Emtek, and other hardware brands vary in cost. We’ll tell you what we recommend for durability in South Florida’s salt-air environment.
All estimates are free, and if you have a written estimate from another company, we’ll give you a free second opinion on it. Seniors and veterans get 10% off every job, and if your project includes any repair component over $200, you save an additional $40. Call (561) 928-0302 for a no-obligation estimate – upfront pricing, no trip charge in Palm Beach County.
Why Mangonia Park Homeowners Call Winslow
Mangonia Park is a small town – roughly one square mile – and that means word travels fast. Homeowners here know which contractors show up when they say they will and which ones leave a job half-done. Ed Winslow built this company in 2011 on the straightforward idea that his name on a job means something. If it’s not right, he fixes it. That’s not a marketing line; it’s baked into every contract through the Done Right Promise.
We’re authorized installers for brands like Therma-Tru and CWS – manufacturers that have met the vetting standards we require before putting our name behind them. You won’t find us pushing discount-bin doors to pad margin. The door that goes in your Mangonia Park home is the same door we’d put in a family member’s home.
Every technician who arrives at your door is background-checked and arrives in uniform. You’ll know who to expect before the truck pulls up. And if something comes up at 11 p.m. and you have a question, you call (561) 928-0302 and a real person answers. No voicemail. No callback form. No “next business day” nonsense.
We also don’t disappear after the job is done. Our address is published, our license number is on file with the State of Florida, and Ed’s name is on the business. That kind of transparency isn’t common in the contractor world. It should be, but it’s not. In Mangonia Park, you can look us up, drive by, and call us anytime. We’re the one down the road.
Key Takeaways
- French and double door installation in Mangonia Park typically costs $1,200 to $4,500 installed, depending on impact rating and glass type.
- Exterior door replacements in Mangonia Park often require a permit – we handle that process for you.
- We install impact-rated units from brands like Therma-Tru and CWS that meet Florida Product Approval standards.
- The Done Right Promise means if something isn’t right after we leave, we come back and fix it.
- Free estimates, no trip charge in Palm Beach County, 10% off for seniors and veterans, and $40 off repairs over $200.
- A live person answers every call at (561) 928-0302, 24 hours a day.
FAQs – French & Double Doors in Mangonia Park
Do I need a permit to install French or double doors in Mangonia Park?
In most cases, yes – if you’re replacing an exterior door or modifying the opening, a permit is required through the Town of Mangonia Park Building Department. Florida law requires Storm & Exterior Doors in new or altered openings to meet current energy and, in many cases, impact-resistance codes. We handle the permit application and coordinate the inspection so you don’t have to navigate that process alone. Call (561) 928-0302 and we’ll walk you through exactly what your specific project requires.
How much do French and double doors cost in Mangonia Park?
Most French and double door installations in Mangonia Park run between $1,200 and $4,500 installed, with impact-rated exterior units sitting in the $1,800 to $3,400 range for a standard opening. Decorative glass, opening modifications, or premium hardware can push the number higher. The estimate is free, the pricing is upfront, and there’s no trip charge for Palm Beach County homes. Call (561) 928-0302 to book your free in-home measurement.
What’s the difference between French doors and double doors?
Double doors are two matching door panels that meet at the center – they can be solid or have windows. French doors are a specific style of double door where each panel contains large glass lites (panes), often running nearly the full height of the door. Both configurations work for entries and interior-to-exterior transitions, but French doors let in significantly more light and are a common choice in Mangonia Park homes with covered lanais or pool areas. We’ll help you match the right style to your opening and how you use the space.
Can you replace a French or double door without replacing the entire frame?
Sometimes, yes. If the existing frame is plumb, structurally sound, and rot-free, we can do a Replacement Doors slab install – new door panels into the existing frame – which saves time and cost. But in Mangonia Park, where humidity and salt air are persistent, frames on doors more than 15 years old often have hidden moisture damage at the sill or along the jamb. We always inspect the frame during the estimate and give you an honest answer before the job starts. Discovering rot mid-install – rather than upfront – is how surprise charges happen. We don’t do business that way.
Ready for a Free Estimate?
If you’re looking at new French or double doors for your Mangonia Park home, the next step is a free in-home measurement and estimate – no pressure, no trip charge, just honest pricing and a clear scope of work. Call (561) 928-0302 right now and you’ll reach a real person who can answer your questions and get you on the schedule. Ed Winslow has been doing this since 2011, his name is on every job, and the Done Right Promise means you’re covered long after the install day. From our home base in South Florida, we’re the locally owned crew Mangonia Park homeowners call when they want it done right the first time.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Mangonia Park.
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.