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We provide independent CGI custom and geometric window service in Sunrise, from arched impact units in Sawgrass Estates to oversized geometric assemblies in Welleby. Most CGI custom jobs run two to four weeks from measured survey to installation, depending on glass tempering and frame finishing. The price we write on your survey document is the price on the final invoice - Haven Clause 1, no exceptions.
This page is for Sunrise homeowners who already own CGI products or are specifying them for new construction or replacement, and need custom shapes, impact-rated geometric units, or oversized openings that standard catalogs don’t cover. Call (754) 254-5294 to schedule your measured survey, or text us if you prefer.
How CGI Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Sentinel by CGI arched top frames: The thermal break in the extruded aluminum frame separates at the radius point after repeated expansion cycles in Sunrise’s afternoon heat. We’ve pulled units from homes near Sawgrass Mills where the gap has opened to 3/16 inch. We replace with OEM thermal-break inserts and re-bed the frame with backer rod and structural silicone rated for 180 mph wind load, not generic caulk.
- Impact-rated geometric windows with laminated glass delamination: CGI’s impact-rated custom shapes use thicker interlayers that can fog at the edge when the glazing pocket drains poorly. In Sunrise, where summer humidity stays above 80 percent for months, this shows up first at the bottom corners of trapezoid and octagon units. We diagnose by checking the weep-hole pattern against CGI’s 2019 and later drain specifications, then re-glaze with the correct setting block placement and replace any corroded glazing tapes.
- Sparta series fixed geometric units with welded corner separation: The mechanical corner keys in older Sparta custom shapes work loose when the frame is overshimmed during original install. We see this in 2016-2019 Welleby builds where the rough opening was padded out with untreated wood that swelled. Our fix: remove the unit, re-machine the opening to CGI’s published tolerance of +1/4 inch, and reinstall with composite shims that don’t move.
- Custom oversized CGI units with sash drop: Single-hung and fixed custom shapes over 60 inches wide can develop sash-to-frame misalignment when the balance system isn’t spec’d for the actual glass weight. CGI’s custom shop calculates this from glass thickness, but field substitutions happen. We weigh the existing sash, verify against the order record, and install the correct balance assembly - usually a block-and-tackle upgrade from the standard coil.
- Coastal series geometric frames with anodized finish chalking: The bronze and champagne anodize on Coastal custom shapes breaks down faster within three miles of salt air. Sunrise isn’t coastal, but homes near the New River Canal with prevailing southeast exposure show similar patterns. We don’t spot-repair anodize; we document the finish grade, quote replacement frame extrusions with Class I architectural anodize or Kynar paint as appropriate, and install with isolation tape at every dissimilar metal contact.
Our CGI Custom & Geometric Windows Process
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Measured survey you keep. Sonia Raman or a senior tech records every rough opening dimension, sightline alignment, and existing frame condition on a document you receive before we leave. For CGI custom shapes, we also photograph the wall structure and note any shear-panel requirements for impact-rated units.
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Diagnostics and parts decision. We identify the CGI series, production year range, and whether the issue is frame, glass, hardware, or installation. OEM parts come from CGI’s Florida distribution when available; when lead times stretch past six weeks, we source quality aftermarket equivalents that don’t void your product warranty and document the substitution in writing.
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Written scope and price. The survey document becomes the quote. Every line item - labor, materials, permit fees if required, disposal - is listed. You approve in writing before we order anything.
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Installation under Haven Standard. Verified crews arrive in uniform with license numbers visible. For CGI impact-rated custom units, we follow the manufacturer’s fastening schedule exactly and photograph every anchor, shim, and sealant joint.
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Testing and documentation. We operate every moving part, check sightlines from inside and out, and verify impact-rated units close and lock with uniform pressure. You receive the photo record and the 365-Day Done Right Promise stamped on your final invoice.
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Cleanup and follow-up. We haul away old materials and leave the work area clean. At 30 days, we call to confirm operation and address any adjustment.
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| Scenario | Typical Range |
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| CGI custom geometric shape replacement (single unit, impact-rated, standard size) | $1,800 - $3,400 |
| CGI arched or radius-top frame replacement with new laminated glass | $2,400 - $4,200 |
| Oversized CGI custom fixed unit (over 72 inches any dimension) | $3,200 - $5,800 |
| CGI geometric unit re-glazing (glass only, frame sound) | $890 - $1,600 |
| CGI custom shape hardware or balance repair | $340 - $720 |
What moves the price: glass thickness and tint, impact rating versus non-impact, finish matching for anodize or paint, and whether the rough opening needs re-framing to meet CGI’s published tolerances. Custom shapes require templating; we include that in the survey, never as a separate charge. Call (754) 254-5294 for your written estimate - estimates are free, and we offer a free second opinion on any competitor’s written quote.
Why Sunrise Homeowners Call Sightline Windows & Doors Sunrise for CGI Work
We’ve installed and serviced CGI products in Sunrise since 2012, including the custom work in Inverrary that we still reference when training new hires on sightline alignment. Our crew knows the difference between a Sentinel thermal-break failure and a Sparta corner-key issue without guessing, because we’ve documented both dozens of times.
As an independent CGI service provider, we’re not limited to one manufacturer’s catalog. When CGI lead times don’t match your schedule, we can cross-reference to PGT, CWS, ES Windows, or ECO Window Systems for compatible performance in the same opening. Every job carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise under the Haven Standard, and the written price on your survey is the price you pay. Calls are answered by a live person, 24/7.
Measure it right once, and the install tells you nothing went wrong.
FAQs
No - we use OEM parts where available and document any aftermarket substitution in writing, which preserves warranty coverage on the product itself. As an independent CGI service provider, we follow the manufacturer’s published installation requirements exactly, which is what the warranty demands. For questions about your specific CGI warranty terms, call (754) 254-5294 and we’ll review them with you.
Standard custom shapes from CGI’s Florida distribution typically run three to four weeks; complex geometries or specialty glass tints can extend to six weeks. We don’t quote turnaround we can’t verify. When your project timeline is fixed, we’ll tell you honestly whether CGI can meet it or whether a cross-reference to PGT or CWS makes more sense.
Cracked laminated glass in a CGI impact-rated unit always requires replacement of the glass lite or the entire insulated glass assembly, never a surface repair. The interlayer is what provides the impact resistance; once compromised, the unit fails Miami-Dade and Broward County code. We assess whether the frame is sound enough to re-glaze, which saves roughly 40 percent versus full unit replacement. Call (754) 254-5294 and we’ll inspect to give you the honest answer.
Wind-driven rain from the southeast, common in Sunrise during summer storms, finds gaps that static water testing misses. The leak is usually at the frame-to-wall interface, not the glass, caused by missing backer rod, wrong sealant type, or weep holes blocked by paint or debris. We diagnose with a calibrated water spray test that simulates 8 inches per hour rainfall at 25 mph wind, then fix the actual path, not the symptom.
Yes, for any replacement where the opening size changes or where impact-rated products are required by the Florida Building Code. We pull the permit, schedule inspections, and pass them before final payment. The permit record becomes part of your documentation package, which matters for insurance and resale. Call (754) 254-5294 to confirm whether your specific job requires permitting.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner, Sightline Windows & Doors Sunrise at Sightline Windows & Doors Sunrise, serving Sunrise and nearby areas.