Window Installation

 

Open Window Frame
Tequesta, FL
June 26, 2026

During February, Chris and I contracted to have hurricane windows installed in our Condo. I believe the date was February 6th. This week, upon our return from Las Vegas, the windows were installed. Almost five months later and they are finally in.

It has been a process.

Funny, the company called us two days before we flew to Vegas and wanted to install them the day before we flew. I said no, knowing that there was no ability for slippage. They even offered me $150 to inconvenience ourselves ands have window installers in the house on the day we were finalizing packing and preparing to leave. In retrospect, I am incredibly happy that I said no. 

Fitting the New Window
Tequesta, FL
June 24, 2026

The window installation took two full days--even though there were only six windows requiring installation. Two full long days.

I was impressed with the care the installation team took to protect our furniture and belongings from dust and damage. They were fun to work with and they did a great job. 

Now we have hurricane windows guaranteed to 200 MPH impact. I no longer have to do my best hurricane forecasting when we head out during the season. We are protected. 

With the installation finished on Friday, yesterday my task was to reinstall the curtains and blinds. That part of the project went well. With the exception of one double window, the preexisting holes were able to be used which made the entire process easier. We await final inspection from the Village and then we can remove the labels from the windows. Then the project will be complete. 

As an aside, I am not looking forward to my electric bill this month because on the two installation days the air conditioned ran as many hours as it normally runs during and entire week because the house was open to the heat and humidity pouring in from outside. 

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL