Double Hung Windows

Double Hung Windows in Plantation, FL | TruePane Windows & Doors

Double hung impact windows give Plantation homeowners the classic vertical-glide look with real hurricane protection behind it. Both sashes move, both tilt inward for cleaning, and the laminated glass is built to take a hit without falling out of the frame. If you’re replacing original wood or aluminum windows in a Plantation home built from the 1970s through the early 2000s, this profile usually matches the existing openings better than anything else on the market. TruePane Windows & Doors installs these across our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines, and every installation is set level, plumb, and square per AAMA 2400/2410 practice. Call (772) 577-2915 for a free on-site measurement in Plantation.

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Product Overview - Double Hung Windows

Double hung windows are the most traditional window profile in American residential architecture, and they remain the most requested replacement window in Plantation for one practical reason: they fit the existing openings. Both the upper and lower sashes slide vertically in the frame, and both tilt inward, which means you can clean the exterior glass from inside the house. That matters on a second-story Plantation home where exterior access means a ladder.

What separates an impact-rated double hung from a standard builder-grade window is the glass package and the frame engineering. The laminated impact glass uses a PVB interlayer that holds the glass in the frame under impact, so even if the pane shatters, the window stays sealed against wind-driven rain. The frame on the impact series is reinforced at the meeting rail and sill, which is where double hungs take the most structural load during a storm. Available in aluminum or vinyl, these windows carry design pressures matched to your specific Plantation wind zone, up to +/-100, never higher. That means you’re not paying for a rating you don’t need, and you’re not under-protected either.

Architecturally, double hungs read as traditional Florida. They work on the ranches in Plantation Acres, the two-story colonials in Jacaranda Lakes, and the Mediterranean-influenced homes throughout the city. The vertical proportions keep sightlines clean, and the tilt-in feature means you’re not fighting the window every time it needs cleaning.

Technical Specifications

Every double hung window we quote in Plantation is configured to the exact opening dimensions and wind zone requirements for the address. The specs below are the starting point, not a one-size-fits-all package.

• Frame materials: Aluminum or vinyl, selected based on your existing opening and structural requirements
• Glass options: Laminated impact glass with PVB interlayer, Low-E insulated glass, tinted glass, clear glass
• Finish options: White, almond, bronze, black, tan
• Screen options: Half screen or full screen, matched to the frame finish
• Operation: Both sashes glide vertically; both sashes tilt inward for interior cleaning
• Design pressure: Matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100, never higher
• Compliance documentation: Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers available per configuration, verify on your specific quote

Because double hung windows are ordered to the opening, not cut down on site, the measurement step is where the precision starts. TruePane Windows & Doors measures every opening in Plantation before the order goes in, so the frame fits the rough opening correctly and the weather seal performs as engineered.

Hurricane & Compliance Performance

Laminated Impact Glass

Laminated impact glass uses a PVB interlayer bonded between two panes. Under impact, the glass may crack, but the interlayer holds the pane in the frame, keeping the building envelope sealed. This is the core difference between impact windows and ordinary tempered glass, which would shatter and open the wall to wind and water.

Miami-Dade NOA / Florida Product Approval

Every configuration of this double hung window carries the required Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval documentation, issued per configuration. The NOA number is product-specific and size-specific, so the approval for your exact window is confirmed on your quote, not claimed generically. This documentation is what your Plantation permit reviewer will ask for.

FBC / HVHZ Compliance

The frame and glass package are engineered to Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. HVHZ is the stricter of the two Florida wind codes, and Plantation falls within its jurisdiction. Windows installed outside HVHZ may not pass a Plantation permit review, which is why we only quote HVHZ-compliant configurations in this market.

TAS 201 / 202 / 203 Testing Context

HVHZ-rated products are tested under the TAS protocol family. TAS 201 is the large-missile impact test, TAS 202 is cyclic wind-pressure loading, and TAS 203 is forced-entry resistance. These three tests, run in sequence on the same specimen, are what separate a window that survives one impact from one that holds its seal through the pressure cycles that follow.

Design Pressure for Your Wind Zone

Design pressure is a structural rating, not a wind speed claim. Your Plantation home sits in a specific wind zone based on its distance from the coast, exposure category, and building height. We match the window’s design pressure to the zone, up to +/-100, never higher. Over-specifying costs you money; under-specifying fails inspection.

Energy Performance Options

For homes on the east side of Plantation that catch afternoon sun, or for any homeowner looking to cut AC load, Low-E insulated glass is available in the double hung series. The Low-E coating reflects solar heat while the insulated air space reduces thermal transfer through the glass. Tinted glass is also an option for glare control on west-facing elevations.

Color & Glass Options

The five standard finishes for double hung windows from our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines are white, almond, bronze, black, and tan. In Plantation, we see white and almond most often on the older ranch homes and townhouses, where they match the existing trim. Black has grown steadily in popularity over the last five years, particularly on mid-century-modern remodels and the newer transitional builds in the central neighborhoods. Bronze works well on Mediterranean-influenced homes with earthy stucco tones, and tan splits the difference for homeowners who want warmth without going full beige.

Glass selection depends on what the window faces. Clear laminated impact glass preserves maximum light transmission, which matters for homes shaded by mature oaks in the older Plantation neighborhoods. Low-E insulated glass is the better choice for south- and west-facing elevations with direct sun. Tinted glass reduces glare and solar heat gain but darkens the interior view, so we walk homeowners through the tradeoff before they commit. Every glass option carries the same PVB interlayer for impact protection, so the hurricane performance does not change with your glass choice.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Plantation

A window with a Miami-Dade NOA rating only performs as rated if it is installed according to the manufacturer’s tested assembly method. We’ve seen double hung windows in Plantation that met the impact standard on paper but leaked around the frame because the installer skipped the perimeter seal or set the frame slightly out of plumb. The NOA rating applies to the tested assembly, which means the window unit, the anchoring, and the sealant system all have to follow the tested detail. Cut corners on installation, and the rating means nothing.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of every opening. We check the rough opening dimensions, the condition of the surrounding framing, and whether the existing flashing needs remediation. In older Plantation homes, particularly pre-1990 construction, we sometimes find rotted sill plates or undersized headers that have to be addressed before the new window goes in. We won’t hide that from you; we flag it, price it, and fix it properly.

During installation, the frame is set level, plumb, and square, then anchored per the NOA-tested pattern for the specific window size. We use AAMA 812 low-expansion foam around the full perimeter to seal air and water, then apply the exterior sealant per AAMA 2400/2410 installation practice. Every window gets a final water test before we call the job done, and we leave the site clean. We also know what the Plantation building department expects on permit submittals, including the NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation specific to each window in your order. Call (772) 577-2915 if you want to talk through how this works on your house.

Frequently Asked Questions - Double Hung Windows

Get a Quote - Double Hung Windows in Plantation

TruePane Windows & Doors quotes every double hung window project in Plantation with a free on-site measurement and a written line-item estimate, including the NOA or Florida Product Approval documentation for your specific configuration. Call (772) 577-2915 to schedule your measurement or start a quote. We’ll walk the openings with you, confirm the wind zone for the address, and give you numbers you can build a budget around.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, installing hurricane-impact windows and doors in Plantation, FL and across Broward County.