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AfterPGT Roof Replacement & Installation in Fort Lauderdale: What to Know First
We replace and install PGT roof products throughout Fort Lauderdale as an independent PGT service provider, and most jobs are completed in one or two visits depending on the scope and parts availability. The honest price posture is this: a PGT roof replacement is not where you want to cut corners, because the product is engineered to a specific wind and impact standard that only holds up if the installation is done exactly to spec. If you own PGT roof glass, polycarbonate, or skylight units and they’re leaking, hazed, or failed, call (954) 280-4413 for a free estimate and a straight answer on whether you need a repair or a full replacement.
This page is for Fort Lauderdale homeowners who bought PGT products over the years and need to know what they’re dealing with now. We’ll walk through the failure modes we see most often, what the work actually costs, and how the process runs from first call to final cleanup.
How PGT Products Fail - and How We Fix Them
- Seal failure on PGT SunGate and SkyView skylights. The glazing compound PGT used on certain skylight series from the mid-2000s tends to break down faster in Fort Lauderdale’s salt air and humidity than it does inland. Homeowners notice a fog or condensation trapped between panes that never clears. We remove the old unit, inspect the curb for rot, and install a replacement that matches the original rough opening and slope. If the curb is compromised, we rebuild it before the new unit goes in - a step that gets skipped on a surprising number of “quick swap” bids.
- Polycarbonate panel clouding on PGT roof and patio cover systems. Older PGT multiwall polycarbonate panels can turn milky after a decade of UV exposure. The panels lose their light transmission and look dirty from the inside no matter how much you clean them. We replace the panels and, just as importantly, inspect the aluminum glazing bars for corrosion at the screw lines - which is where the next leak starts.
- Failed flashing and gasket compression on PGT ridge and curb-mounted roof glass. The glass itself is often fine, but the EPDM gaskets and metal flashing around the perimeter dry out and pull away. Water doesn’t pour in; it wicks in slowly, staining the drywall below and feeding mold before you notice a single drip. We replace the gaskets, reflash the penetration, and re-set the glass with the correct compression. If the glass is scored or cracked, we replace the lite with a PGT-compatible impact-rated unit.
- Hinge and operator wear on venting roof windows. PGT operable roof windows use a hinge and crank assembly that takes a beating from salt air and heat cycles. Eventually they bind, or the crank slips, and the window won’t seal tight when closed. We stock and install quality replacement hardware that matches the original geometry. In many cases we can restore a tight seal without replacing the glass - which matters when the unit is mostly good.
- Stress cracks on large PGT fixed roof lites. When a large roof glass panel is set too tightly against the frame, or the original installer didn’t leave proper expansion allowance, the glass can develop a stress crack that runs from the edge inward over time. This shows up most often on south-facing exposures in Fort Lauderdale, where the daily expansion and contraction is extreme. The fix is a new lite, cut and tempered to spec, set with proper bite and clearance. We measure the opening twice before ordering anything.
Our PGT Roof Replacement & Installation Process
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Call and talk to a person. Someone answers at (954) 280-4413, around the clock. We listen to what you’re seeing, ask a few questions about the product type and age, and schedule a site visit at a time that works for you.
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On-site inspection and diagnosis. Our technician examines the roof unit, the surrounding curb or framing, and the interior for signs of water intrusion or stress. We take measurements, photos, and notes. If it’s safe to access a steep roof section, we get on the roof; if it isn’t, we tell you and we schedule the right equipment. We do not walk on glass, and we do not pretend a ladder is enough for a two-story tile roof.
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Parts decision, on paper. We explain the options in plain language: original PGT parts where they make sense, or a quality aftermarket equivalent with the same load rating and profile when the original is discontinued. The quote is line-item and in writing. If the pane is not right on paper, it will not be right on the wall.
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The replacement or installation. We remove the old unit, prep the opening, set the new unit, and install the flashing, gaskets, and hardware to the manufacturer’s installation spec. We keep the work area and your roof clean as we go, with drop cloths inside and a magnet sweep after.
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Testing and cleanup. We water-test every penetration, cycle any operable unit multiple times, and inspect the installation from both inside and out. Then we walk you through what was done, register any applicable warranty layers, and leave the site the way we’d leave our own mother’s house.
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The Done Right Promise. If anything isn’t right in the first ninety days, we come back and make it right. No paperwork fight, no arguing. That’s the standard.
What PGT Roof Replacement & Installation Costs in Fort Lauderdale
PGT roof replacement costs in Fort Lauderdale run on a wide range because the products and scopes vary that much. A simple fixed skylight replacement on a shallow-pitch single-story roof typically lands between $1,200 and $3,200 installed, including tax and haul-off. A venting operable roof window runs $2,000 to $4,500 depending on size and hardware. Replacing polycarbonate or glass roof panels on a larger patio cover system can run $3,500 to $11,000 depending on square footage, panel type, and how much of the glazing bar needs to be reworked. Curb rebuilds, structural repair around a rotted penetration, and steep-roof access with proper safety equipment add to the top end of every range. Call (954) 280-4413 for a written, line-item estimate at no charge. We don’t quote over the phone, and we don’t pad the number after the fact.
Why Fort Lauderdale Homeowners Call TruePane Windows & Doors for PGT Work
We’ve been serving Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding coastal communities since 2008 through a glazing tradition that started with a simple rule: if the pane is not true, the job is not done. Dale Kessler grew up in Sailboat Bend, in a house where his father spent weekends resealing jalousie windows against the humidity, and he built TruePane Windows & Doors as a second-generation glazier’s answer to out-of-true installs and warranties that disappeared when you needed them. We’re an independent service provider for PGT products, and we also work with CGI, CWS, ES Windows, and ECO Window Systems, so our technicians see the full range of what coastal Florida throws at roof glass and understand how PGT compares. Every job runs through The Keystone Standard: both warranty layers registered in writing, durations stated, before the truck leaves the driveway. Background-checked, uniformed technicians measure every opening twice and handle your home the way they’d handle their own mother’s. If something isn’t right inside ninety days, we fix it. That’s been the deal since the beginning.
FAQs
Most single-unit skylight or roof window replacements take one visit, usually four to six hours from arrival to cleanup. Larger multi-panel roof systems can take two or three days, with the old glazing removed on day one and new panels set and sealed on the following days. Call (954) 280-4413 and we’ll give you an honest timeline for your specific scope.
Many PGT roof issues can be repaired, especially failed gaskets, worn hardware, and flashing problems where the glass itself is still sound. If the glazing is fogged, cracked, or clouded, replacement is the right call. We’ll show you what we’re seeing and explain the difference before any work is authorized.
As an independent PGT service provider, we can’t make warranty claims through PGT’s authorized channels, and we’ll say that plainly up front rather than let you find out after the fact. That said, our work is covered by the Done Right Promise, and we register any applicable warranty layers from the replacement components and materials in writing. If your original PGT warranty is still active, we’ll tell you exactly what the manufacturer requires so you can make an informed decision.
We use original PGT parts where they’re available and make sense, and quality aftermarket equivalents with matching load ratings and profiles when the original has been discontinued or is no longer the best option. We never install a part that looks close enough. What we put in is what we list on the written estimate, and what’s listed on the estimate is what goes into the job.
In most Fort Lauderdale residential cases a like-for-like skylight or roof window replacement doesn’t require a building permit, but when the scope includes structural work or a curb rebuild we handle the permitting and inspections. We have the equipment and the crew for steep roofs and two-story homes, and we don’t cut corners on fall protection. Call (954) 280-4413 and we’ll tell you what applies to your job.
Call (954) 280-4413 to schedule a free estimate for PGT roof replacement or installation anywhere in Fort Lauderdale. A live person answers, we measure twice, and we give you a written quote that’s the whole story.
Written by Dale Kessler, Owner, TruePane Windows & Doors at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Fort Lauderdale and nearby areas.
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