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Arched and curved windows in Little Gables can be replaced or newly installed with impact-rated, custom-fabricated units that match your home’s exact geometry – typically within two to three weeks from measurement to finished install. At Winslow Windows & Doors, we’ve been fitting Geometric & Shaped Windows into South Florida homes since 2011, and we know that getting the shape right matters just as much as the glass itself.
Little Gables sits in a pocket of Miami-Dade County where the architecture ranges from 1930s Mediterranean Revival bungalows along SW 32nd Avenue to mid-century ranch homes that were retrofitted with decorative arches in the 1970s and 1980s. Both styles present the same core challenge: a round-top or elliptical opening that no stock window will fit. That’s where our Custom & Geometric Windows in Little Gables service picks up, and arched and curved units are the most common call we get under that category.
Ed Winslow’s name is on this business, so when we say we’ll measure twice and fabricate once, that’s a personal commitment – not a marketing slogan. Call us at (727) 291-4678 any time, day or night, and a real person will answer. No voicemail, no callback queue.
When You Need Arched & Curved Windows
- Your existing arch window is single-pane and leaking air. Older Mediterranean-style homes in Little Gables were built with single-pane curved glass that was never designed for modern energy codes. If you’re running your AC all day and still feeling warm air near the top of the opening, the window – not the unit itself – is the problem.
- You’re seeing fogging or condensation trapped between panes. Sealed insulated units on curved windows fail along the curved edge first, because the seal path is longer and the stress is uneven. Once the argon escapes and moisture enters, the unit needs to be replaced – defogging sprays are a temporary fix that doesn’t hold in Miami-Dade’s humidity.
- Your home doesn’t meet Miami-Dade wind-load requirements. If your arched windows predate the post-Andrew code overhaul, they almost certainly aren’t rated for the wind speeds Little Gables sees during Atlantic hurricane season. A non-impact arch window during a Category 1 or 2 event is a serious structural vulnerability.
- You’re doing a full window replacement and don’t want mismatched glass. Replacing your rectangular windows with impact-rated, low-E glass and leaving the arched transoms in original single-pane defeats the purpose. We fabricate matching units so the tint, the profile, and the performance are consistent across every opening.
- A renovation or addition calls for a new arched opening. Homeowners in Little Gables who are adding a sunroom, converting a garage, or redesigning a front facade sometimes want to introduce an arch for the first time. We handle the window side of that from template to install.
- Your current arch window frame is corroded or warped. Salt air from Biscayne Bay accelerates aluminum frame corrosion faster than most homeowners expect. If the frame around your curved window is pitting, bowing, or no longer seals cleanly, the whole unit needs to come out – not just the glass.
Our Arched & Curved Windows Process
- On-site measurement and template creation. A curved opening can’t be measured with a tape alone. We bring a flexible template material to the job and trace the exact arc – including the spring point height, the radius, and any asymmetry in the opening. In older Little Gables homes, “arched” openings are often slightly irregular because the original plaster work was done by hand. We account for that before anything is ordered.
- Fabrication order through an authorized manufacturer. We submit your exact template to the fabricator. Depending on the profile you choose – round-top, elliptical, eyebrow, or half-circle – we’ll route the order through PGT or CGI, both of which produce impact-rated curved units that comply with Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) requirements. Lead times are typically 10 to 18 business days for custom shapes.
- Pre-install inspection of the rough opening. Before the new unit arrives, one of our background-checked, uniformed technicians returns to the home to inspect the rough opening. We look for moisture damage in the framing, verify the sill slope, and confirm the flashing path. If we find rotted wood or deteriorated stucco around the arch, we flag it with photos and a written scope before any work begins – upfront pricing, no surprises on the invoice.
- Removal of the existing unit. Curved windows, especially in stucco construction, require careful extraction. Cutting too aggressively damages the surrounding wall finish; cutting too conservatively leaves adhesive residue that prevents a clean seal on the new unit. We take the old window out in sections when the frame is large and protect the interior finish with drop cloth and painter’s tape as a standard step, not an upsell.
- Installation and sealing to Miami-Dade code. The new arched unit goes in with code-compliant anchoring, approved flashing tape, and a sealant bead that follows the curved perimeter cleanly. For impact-rated units, we verify the anchor pattern against the product’s NOA before we close up the wall. This step is what separates a proper install from one that passes inspection today and fails during the next tropical storm.
- Final walkthrough and documentation. We walk through the finished installation with you before we leave. You get written documentation of the product installed, the NOA number, and the warranty terms. Our Done Right Promise covers our workmanship: if something about the installation isn’t right, we come back and make it right – period.
Arched & Curved Windows Pricing in Little Gables
Custom arched and curved windows in Little Gables typically fall in the ranges below. These are real-market numbers for Miami-Dade, not national averages.
| Window Type | Estimated Cost per Unit (installed) |
|---|---|
| Small round-top transom (up to 24″ wide), impact-rated | $480 – $750 |
| Mid-size elliptical or half-circle (24″ to 48″ wide), impact-rated | $750 – $1,400 |
| Large arched picture window (48″ to 72″ wide), impact-rated | $1,400 – $2,600 |
| Full-radius eyebrow or custom compound curve, impact-rated | $2,200 – $4,500+ |
| Frame repair or rough-opening prep (if needed) | $150 – $600 per opening |
Several factors move the number within those ranges:
- Glass specification. Standard impact laminate is the price floor. Low-E coatings, tinted glass, or high solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) glass specified to meet Florida Energy Code add cost but reduce your long-term cooling bill – a real consideration when Miami-Dade runs 90-plus degrees for five months straight.
- Frame condition. If the rough opening in your Little Gables home has water damage or the surrounding stucco is compromised, repair work adds to the total. We price that separately, in writing, before we start.
- Number of units. Multi-unit jobs on the same visit reduce per-unit labor. If you have three arched transoms across your front elevation, the combined cost per window will be lower than three separate trips.
- Profile complexity. A true half-circle is straightforward to fabricate. A compound curve or an ellipse with a non-standard aspect ratio costs more because the template, the fabrication, and the sealing all take longer.
- Miami-Dade permit fees. Impact window replacements in Miami-Dade require a permit. Permit fees are set by the county and passed through to you at cost – we don’t mark them up.
Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount on all work. Any repair over $200 gets $40 off. And we don’t charge a trip fee for homes inside our home county. Call (727) 291-4678 for a free estimate – estimates are free, pricing is upfront, and the number we quote is the number on the invoice.
FAQs – Arched & Curved Windows
Can arched windows be made impact-rated in Little Gables?
Yes – impact-rated arched and curved windows are standard products from manufacturers like PGT and CGI, and both carry Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance certifications for curved profiles. The process is the same as a Custom Impact Windows replacement: custom fabrication to your opening’s exact dimensions, followed by a code-compliant install with the anchor pattern specified in the NOA. If your home is in a Miami-Dade windstorm zone – and virtually all of Little Gables is – impact glazing isn’t optional for new installs under current code. Call (727) 291-4678 and we’ll confirm the right specification for your specific opening at no charge.
How long does a custom arched window take to get in Little Gables?
Custom arched and curved units typically take 10 to 18 business days from the time the fabrication order is placed. Lead times can stretch slightly during peak season (June through October, when hurricane prep orders spike across South Florida) or for Oversized Openings and compound-curve profiles that require additional templating steps. We tell you the honest lead time at the time of order – not a guess we pad later. Installation itself usually takes two to four hours per opening once the unit is on-site. Call us at (727) 291-4678 and we can give you a current lead-time estimate based on what’s in the queue.
Will a new arched window match the look of my existing windows?
In most cases, yes. Manufacturers like CGI offer frame profiles and glass tint options that can be matched or closely coordinated with the rectangular windows on the same home. We bring sample profiles and glass chips to the estimate visit so you can compare them against your existing units in actual daylight – Miami-Dade light is different from a showroom, and tint looks different in direct sun. If you’re replacing all your windows at once, we schedule the arched and rectangular units together so the profile and color are pulled from the same production run. Call (727) 291-4678 to set up a visit and we’ll bring the samples to you.
Is it cheaper to repair an arched window or replace it?
Repair is cheaper in the short term if the frame is structurally sound and only the glass seal has failed. A reglaze or seal replacement on a small round-top transom might run $150 to $350. But if the unit is single-pane, non-impact, or more than 15 years old, repair usually extends the life by only two to four years before the same problem returns – and in Miami-Dade, a non-impact curved window is a liability every time a storm is in the Gulf. Replacement with an impact-rated unit eliminates the maintenance cycle and satisfies current code. We’ll give you an honest read on which option makes sense for your specific window when we look at it in person. Call (727) 291-4678 – free second opinion on any written estimate you’ve already received.
Why Little Gables Homeowners Call Winslow
Little Gables is a small, tight-knit community, and word gets around fast when a contractor does good work – or doesn’t. Ed Winslow has been operating in South Florida since 2011, and the business carries a published address, a state license, and the Done Right Promise: if the work isn’t right, we come back and make it right. That’s not a warranty card you mail in. It’s a direct line to the owner.
We’re an authorized installer for PGT and CGI – two manufacturers whose our Custom & Geometric Windows services are specifically designed and certified for Florida’s wind-load and energy codes. When we submit a permit in Miami-Dade County, the inspector sees product documentation from manufacturers with established NOA files, not off-brand units that require extra scrutiny. That matters for your timeline and for your homeowner’s insurance.
Every technician who comes to your door is background-checked and arrives in a marked, uniformed truck. You’ll know who’s coming before they knock. That’s a standard we hold on every job – arched windows, impact doors, or anything else under our roof. And when you call (727) 291-4678, a real person picks up. Not a menu. Not a voicemail. A person who can schedule your estimate, answer a technical question, or connect you directly to Ed.
If you’ve already gotten a written estimate from another contractor, bring it to us. We offer free second opinions and we’ll tell you plainly whether the scope and the price make sense for your home in Little Gables.
Key Takeaways
- Custom arched and curved windows for Little Gables homes typically cost $480 to $4,500+ per unit installed, depending on size and profile complexity.
- Impact-rated curved units from PGT and CGI are available with Miami-Dade NOA certification – required for new installs under current Florida Building Code.
- Fabrication lead time is 10 to 18 business days; installation typically takes two to four hours per opening.
- Winslow Windows & Doors has served South Florida since 2011, is locally owned by Ed Winslow, and backs every installation with the Done Right Promise.
- Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount. Any repair over $200 gets $40 off. No trip charge inside the home county.
- Estimates are free. Pricing is upfront. Call (727) 291-4678 any time – someone answers 24 hours a day.
Get a Free Estimate on Arched & Curved Windows in Little Gables
If you have an arched or curved window that’s fogging, leaking, non-impact, or simply past its useful life, call (727) 291-4678 today. We’ll come to your Little Gables home, measure the opening, review your options, and give you a written estimate with upfront pricing – no pressure, no surprises. Ed’s name is on the business, and that means the work is done right or we come back until it is. For the full range of specialty window shapes we install in this neighborhood, visit our home page or explore our Custom & Geometric Windows in Little Gables service. We’re the one down the road.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Little Gables.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Winslow Windows & Doors
Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Florida homeowners average around 25% savings on the windstorm portion of their policy after protecting every opening - some homes qualify for more.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.