Palm Sliding Doors

Tampa Bay

Window Repair & Window Glass Replacement in Tampa Bay

Home window repair and window glass replacement across Tampa Bay. Cracked or shattered panes, fogged double-pane units, single-hung windows that will not stay up, horizontal rollers that stick, and broken window locks, fixed by the same crew that services your sliding doors. Upfront pricing and a 1-year parts and labor warranty.

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Window Repair by Palm Sliding Doors in Tampa Bay

What to know

Window Repair in Tampa Bay: What to Know

Window repair is the natural companion to sliding door work, because the same things fail for the same reasons. Florida sun bakes the seal on double-pane units until they fog, humidity and salt corrode the spring balances that hold a single-hung sash up, and the little nylon rollers on horizontal sliding windows flatten just like the ones on your patio door. A cracked pane from a mower rock or a storm-blown branch rounds out the list. Palm Sliding Doors repairs residential windows across Tampa Bay so you do not need a second contractor for the smaller openings.

We replace window glass in the existing sash, whether it is a single pane of tempered or annealed glass or a sealed insulated unit, and we carry balances, rollers, locks and weatherstrip for the aluminum and vinyl windows common in Tampa, Largo, Brandon and Wesley Chapel homes. A sash that slams down or will not stay open is a balance problem, not a reason to replace the window. A horizontal roller that drags gets new wheels. A fogged unit gets a new sealed unit. If the frame is corroded past saving or you want to move to impact glass, we will tell you and quote a replacement instead.

Repairing a window instead of replacing it saves real money and keeps the house looking consistent. A balance or lock fix is the simplest window repair and a large insulated glass unit is the most involved, and every job is priced upfront before work starts. If you are ready to move to impact windows, that is a separate service and we quote it by the opening. Every window repair carries our 1-year parts and labor warranty.

Your Options

Insulated glass units

Sealed double-pane units to replace fogged glass, with optional low-E coating for cooler rooms.

Tempered and annealed glass

Single panes cut to size for older aluminum windows, tempered where code requires it near doors, tubs and floors.

Window balances

Spring and block-and-tackle balances for single-hung windows that will not stay up or slam shut.

Rollers, locks and weatherstrip

Replacement wheels for horizontal sliders, cam locks and sash locks, and new pile and fin seals to stop drafts.

Always Included

  • Free on-site inspection and upfront price
  • Broken glass removed and opening secured
  • Glass cut to size at a local Florida glass shop
  • New balances, rollers, locks or weatherstrip as needed
  • Sash reset square and tested for smooth operation
  • Cleanup and haul-away of old glass
  • 1-year parts and labor warranty

What Affects Your Price

  • Type of repair. A lock, latch or balance replacement is the least expensive call. Glass replacement is priced by pane size and type, so a large fogged unit costs the most.
  • Glass type. Single-pane annealed or tempered glass costs least. Insulated double-pane units, low-E coatings and tinted glass raise the per-pane price.
  • Window style. Single-hung windows need balances, horizontal sliders need rollers, and casements need operators. Parts cost varies by style.
  • Number of windows. Doing several windows on one visit brings the per-window price down since the trip and setup are shared.
  • Frame condition. Corroded aluminum frames or rotted wood sills may need repair before glass or hardware can be reset properly.

Process

Our Window Repair Process

  1. 1

    Inspect the Window

    We check the glass, sash, balances or rollers, lock and weatherstrip and tell you what failed and what it costs to fix.

  2. 2

    Secure & Order

    Broken glass is removed and the opening is secured. Replacement glass is measured and ordered from a local glass shop.

  3. 3

    Repair

    New glass, balances, rollers, locks or weatherstripping are installed and the sash is reset square in the frame.

  4. 4

    Test & Warranty

    The window is opened, closed, locked and checked for drafts. Parts and labor are covered for 1 year.

FAQ

Window Repair Questions, Answered

How much does window repair cost in Tampa Bay?

The parts and glass involved set the price. A lock, latch or balance replacement is the simplest job. Glass replacement depends on pane size and type, so a large insulated unit is the most involved. We give a flat price on site before any work starts.

Can a foggy window be repaired?

The fog is moisture trapped between the panes after the seal fails, and it cannot be cleaned out. The fix is a new sealed insulated unit in the existing sash, which is far cheaper than a new window.

Why won't my window stay open?

The spring balances inside the frame have worn or snapped. Florida humidity and salt air corrode them over time. We replace the balances and the sash stays where you put it.

Do you replace window glass the same day?

Hardware repairs are done on the first visit. Glass is measured on the first visit, cut at a local shop within a few days, and installed on a quick return trip. Broken panes are secured in the meantime.

Should I repair or replace my windows?

Repair when the frame is sound and the problem is glass, balances, rollers or locks. Replace when frames are corroded, several units are fogged, or you want impact glass for storm protection and an insurance credit. We are honest about which one you need.

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Same-day service. Licensed and insured. Upfront pricing and a 1-year parts and labor warranty across Tampa Bay.