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We install and replace ES Windows energy-efficient windows in Sunrise as an independent service provider, with most measured surveys scheduled within two business days and written quotes delivered before any work begins. Typical ES Windows retrofits in Broward County run from $680 to $2,400 per opening depending on series, glazing package, and whether the existing frame is retained or replaced. We do not quote over the phone; Haven Clause 1 requires the measurement and the price to be the same document.
This page is for Sunrise homeowners who already have ES Windows products and need to improve thermal performance, replace failed insulated glass units, or upgrade to current ENERGY STAR standards. If you are comparing brands, we also specify PGT, CGI, CWS, and ECO Window Systems by performance tier and price range, not by margin. Call (754) 254-5294 to schedule your measured survey.
How ES Windows Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- ES Windows 8100 Series: seal failure in the insulated glass unit. The 8100’s dual-pane construction with Low-E coating and argon fill is susceptible to seal breach in Sunrise’s high-humidity, high-UV environment, particularly on west-facing elevations where afternoon thermal cycling peaks. We see the telltale fogging between panes or a white haze at the edge that no cleaning reaches. Our fix: we measure the sightline and daylight opening precisely, order a replacement IG unit from our ES Windows-certified glass supplier with matching Low-E and argon spec, and install it without disturbing the vinyl frame. The new unit carries its own 10-year glass warranty.
- ES Windows 5500 Series: frame sag causing operable sash misalignment. The 5500’s thinner wall profile can develop dimensional shift in the header over time, especially in Sunrise homes built between 2015 and 2020 where rough opening tolerances were sometimes loose. The symptom is a sash that drags or won’t lock properly, which also compromises the weatherstrip compression and drives up cooling load. We diagnose with a plumb bob and straightedge, then either shim and re-anchor the frame or recommend full replacement if the deflection exceeds 1/8 inch over the width.
- ES Windows 4100 Series: degraded weatherstripping and thermal bypass. The 4100’s compression seals harden faster in Broward’s salt-air corridor than inland installations; we’ve pulled samples in Sawgrass Estates that lost 40% of their original resilience in under seven years. The result is air infiltration that your AC compensates for, but never fixes. We replace with OEM-compatible silicone bulb weatherstrip or upgrade to a dual-durometer seal where the opening allows, and we pressure-test the assembly with a smoke pencil before we leave.
- ES Windows laminated glass: interlayer delamination at the edge. In impact-rated laminated units, the PVB interlayer can separate from the glass lite near the edge if the unit was bedded without proper edge clearance or if the glazing pocket traps moisture. This shows as a yellow-brown line visible from the interior, and it degrades both the impact rating and the thermal performance. We document the condition with photos for your records, then source a replacement laminated unit with the correct ES Windows edge clearance specification, not a generic laminated lite that might not fit the glazing rabbet.
- ES Windows solar tint coatings: uneven degradation and visible banding. Older ES Windows units with applied solar tint films can develop visible striping or color shift after prolonged exposure, particularly in Sunrise’s intense southern exposure. The film itself becomes a thermal liability if it starts to peel, trapping heat at the glass surface. We assess whether the tint is factory-applied or aftermarket, then recommend either a replacement unit with integrated solar-control Low-E (no film to fail) or, where the frame is sound, a new IG unit with Cardinal LoE-366 or equivalent.
Our ES Windows Energy-Efficient Windows Process
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Measured survey and thermal assessment. Sonia Raman or a verified crew member arrives in uniform with license number visible, records frame dimensions with a laser measure, checks the existing glass for Low-E presence with a detector, and notes the series markings on the frame edge. You keep a copy of the survey.
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Written scope and price. We specify the exact ES Windows-compatible product or aftermarket equivalent, the glazing package, and the installation method. The quote is the same document as the survey. No change orders.
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Parts procurement. For ES Windows units, we source OEM replacement IGUs or laminated lites through our verified supplier network. When OEM lead times exceed three weeks, we may propose a quality aftermarket equivalent with matching U-factor and SHGC, documented in writing for your approval.
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Installation and bedding. We remove the failed unit, clean the glazing pocket, set the replacement with proper edge clearance and setting blocks, and bed with neutral-cure silicone or the specified ES Windows glazing tape. Every fastener torque and shim placement is noted.
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Testing and documentation. We verify operable sash function, check weatherstrip compression with a feeler gauge, and run a smoke-pencil infiltration test. You receive the photo record, the completed Haven Standard checklist, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise in writing.
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Cleanup and follow-up. We remove all debris, protect your floors and landscaping, and schedule a 30-day callback inspection at no charge. Measure it right once, and the install tells you nothing went wrong.
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| Scenario | Typical Range | What Moves the Price |
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| 8100 Series IGU replacement (single fixed unit) | $680 - $1,150 | Size, Low-E coating type, argon vs. air fill |
| 5500 Series sash/frame realignment or repair | $420 - $890 | Extent of frame deflection, anchor accessibility |
| 4100 Series weatherstrip replacement (full opening) | $280 - $520 | Number of moving sashes, seal upgrade to dual-durometer |
| Laminated impact glass replacement | $1,400 - $2,400 | Lite thickness, PVB interlayer type, permit requirement |
| Solar tint upgrade to integrated Low-E IGU | $890 - $1,680 | Original tint type, new glass performance tier |
These are Sunrise-specific ranges based on our 2024-2025 ES Windows jobs in neighborhoods from Inverrary to Sawgrass Estates. Permits, if required for full-frame replacement, are listed separately and pulled by our team. Call (754) 254-5294 for your exact written quote; estimates are free.
Why Sunrise Homeowners Call Sightline Windows & Doors Sunrise for ES Windows Work
We are independently owned and operated under the Haven Standard, not a franchise, and we have specified ES Windows alongside PGT, CGI, CWS, and ECO Window Systems since 2012. Our technicians are background-checked, uniformed, and identified by license number before arrival; the person at your door is the person on the record.
The 365-Day Done Right Promise is stamped on every job, not offered as a courtesy. If the sash drags, the seal fails, or the thermal performance does not match the written spec, we return and correct it. Our photo documentation gives you evidence, not assurances. And because we carry eight manufacturer lines, we can specify by what your opening requires, not by what is in stock.
Calls are answered by a live person, 24/7. If you have a competitor’s written estimate for ES Windows work, we will review it at no charge.
FAQs
No. As an independent ES Windows service provider, we use OEM-compatible parts and documented installation practices that preserve any remaining original warranty on the frame. The replacement glass units we install carry their own 10-year warranty from our supplier. Call (754) 254-5294 and we will review your original purchase documentation at no charge.
If the frame is plumb, square, and structurally sound, we can usually restore thermal performance with targeted component replacement, IGU swap, or weatherstrip upgrade. We recommend full replacement when frame deflection exceeds 1/8 inch, the vinyl has UV-degraded to the point of cracking, or the rough opening itself is out of tolerance. Our measured survey gives you the data to decide. Call (754) 254-5294 to schedule yours.
Yes. We carry a Low-E detector and can identify whether your existing unit uses soft-coat or hard-coat Low-E, and at what surface it is applied. We then specify the replacement with matching solar heat gain coefficient and U-factor, documented in the written quote. ES Windows has used multiple Low-E suppliers over the years; we verify rather than assume. Call (754) 254-5294 for an exact match.
IGU replacements and weatherstrip upgrades are typically completed in one working day once parts arrive. Full-frame replacements require two to three days including permit, install, and inspection scheduling. We do not promise same-day completion for planned work; Haven Clause 2 means we arrive on schedule and stay until the documented scope is finished. Call (754) 254-5294 for your timeline.
Yes, for any job requiring full-frame replacement or impact-rated product change. We handle the Sunrise building department submittal, the inspection scheduling, and the final sign-off. The permit cost is listed separately in your written quote, not buried. Call (754) 254-5294 and we will confirm whether your specific scope requires permitting.
Written by Sonia Raman, Owner, Sightline Windows & Doors Sunrise at Sightline Windows & Doors Sunrise, serving Sunrise and nearby areas.