Cost engine
How much does impact window installation cost?
National price ranges for impact window installation, the unit pricing contractors quote from, and what the same job costs across local markets.
Verified August 2026
Impact Window Installation cost
$9,000 – $42,000
Most homeowners pay around $18,500 for impact window installation, or $650–$1,900 per window installed. Permit fees add $150–$700.
Price breakdown
| Budget scope | $9,000 |
|---|---|
| Typical project | $18,500 |
| Premium / complex | $42,000 |
| per window installed | $650 – $1,900 |
| Permit fees | $150 – $700 |
| Timeline | 1-3 days of installation, 3-8 weeks including product lead time and permitting |
What drives the price
- Number and size of openings
- Design pressure rating required for your wind zone
- Aluminum versus vinyl frames
- HVHZ product approval requirements in Miami-Dade and Broward
- Stucco and drywall patching after installation
Cost by city
Same scope, adjusted for local labor, material and permit pricing.
Frequently asked questions
Do impact windows need a permit in Florida?
Yes. Replacing a window changes an opening protection assembly, so every Florida jurisdiction requires a permit with product approval numbers and attachment details for each unit.
Do impact windows lower insurance?
Florida requires insurers to offer wind mitigation discounts for approved opening protection. Have a wind mitigation inspection done after installation so the credit is applied.
Sources
Sources & verification
Last verified August 2026. Cost figures are modeled estimates based on national baselines adjusted for local labor and material pricing — they are not quotes. Permit rules change; confirm with the building department before starting work.
