Double Hung Windows

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

Double hung windows give you the clean, traditional look homeowners across Lauderhill have loved for generations, but with a critical Florida upgrade: laminated impact glass rated under Miami-Dade and Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone standards. Both sashes slide vertically and tilt inward for easy cleaning, which is a genuine advantage on second-story openings. TruePane Windows & Doors installs these systems throughout Broward County, and we set every unit level, plumb, and square to a sealed perimeter so the impact rating actually performs the way the engineering intends. If you’re replacing windows in Lauderhill, call (850) 303-7739 for a free on-site measurement and written quote.

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Product Overview - Double Hung Windows

Double hung windows are a classic vertical-glide impact window design with tilt-in sashes on both the top and bottom. That traditional profile is why they remain one of the most requested replacement window styles in Lauderhill’s established neighborhoods, where homes built in the 1970s, 80s, and 90s often use the same double-hung proportions. The top sash lowers and the bottom sash raises, which gives you flexible ventilation even during a light Florida rain, since the top can be cracked open without exposing the interior to direct weather.

What separates our double hung units from a standard mainland window is the laminated impact glass package. A PVB interlayer sits between two panes, so if a storm-driven branch or flying debris hits the glass, the pane may crack but the interlayer holds the fragments in place. The window stays sealed, your home stays protected, and there’s no urgent board-up the day after a storm. We install these systems in aluminum and vinyl frames across Lauderhill, including the Inverrary, West Ken Lark, and St. George neighborhoods, where parcel exposure and wind-zone requirements vary block by block.

TruePane Windows & Doors carries this product across our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines, which means we can match the right frame, finish, and design pressure to your specific elevation rather than selling one generic configuration to every street in the city.

Technical Specifications

The double hung impact window is built around three decisions: frame material, glass package, and finish. Here is what you can specify on your quote with TruePane Windows & Doors:

• Frame materials: Aluminum or Vinyl. Aluminum is the go-to for larger openings and modern sightlines. Vinyl offers stronger thermal isolation and is popular on mid-century and ranch-style homes in Lauderhill.
• Glass options: Laminated Impact Glass with PVB interlayer, Low-E insulated glass, tinted glass, or clear glass. Impact lamination is available across every glass type.
• Finish options: White, Almond, Bronze, Black, and Tan. These are stocked colors offered per manufacturer line, not field-painted approximations.
• Screen options: Half screen or full screen, depending on how you ventilate the opening.
• Design pressure: Matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100, never higher. We don’t oversell pressure ratings your elevation doesn’t require.
• Compliance: Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers available per configuration, engineered to Florida Building Code HVHZ requirements.

Hurricane & Compliance Performance

Laminated Impact Glass
The heart of this window is laminated impact glass with a PVB interlayer. Under impact, the interlayer keeps the glass bonded to the frame instead of blowing inward. That’s the difference between a window that cracks and a window that still holds the weather out. Every impact-rated double hung we quote in Lauderhill includes this lamination as standard, not as an add-on.

Miami-Dade NOA / Florida Product Approval
Each double hung configuration carries a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance and a Florida Product Approval number. These are issued per configuration, meaning the size, frame, glazing, and anchoring you select has its own approval documentation. Your quote will show the applicable numbers, and we submit them with your permit package in Broward County.

FBC / HVHZ Compliance
This product is engineered to the Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. Lauderhill sits within the HVHZ, so every component from the laminated glass to the anchoring method must meet FBC standards. We don’t install non-HVHZ-rated product in this city, period.

TAS 201 / TAS 202 / TAS 203 Testing Context
HVHZ-rated products are tested under three protocols: TAS 201 for large-missile impact, TAS 202 for cyclic wind-pressure loading, and TAS 203 for forced-entry resistance. That means the double hung window has been shot with a lumber missile, pressure-cycled thousands of times, and pried against. If a window passes this battery, it earns the right to carry an NOA.

Design Pressure for Your Wind Zone
Design pressure is matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100, never higher. A home near the Turnpike corridor in Lauderhill doesn’t need the same rating as a coastal parcel in Broward’s barrier islands, and we won’t charge you for pressure you don’t need. We calculate per opening, per elevation, per code.

Energy Performance (Low-E / Insulated Options)
Impact protection and energy performance aren’t mutually exclusive here. Low-E insulated glass can be specified with laminated impact construction. That gives you the PVB storm protection plus a thermal break that reduces solar heat gain through the hottest months of a South Florida summer.

Color & Glass Options

The double hung impact window comes in five finishes: White, Almond, Bronze, Black, and Tan. White and Almond dominate the frame choices on Lauderhill’s older concrete-block ranches because they match existing stucco and trim without forcing a repaint. Bronze and Black read more contemporary and hold up beautifully on newer construction from the last decade. Tan blends into earth-toned facades, which you’ll see frequently in communities with Mediterranean and coastal styling.

On the glass side, your selection depends on what the opening faces. Clear laminated glass makes sense on shaded north elevations where you want maximum visible light. Tinted laminated glass works well on west-facing windows in Lauderhill, where afternoon sun beats into living rooms and dining areas. Low-E insulated glass is the best fit for bedrooms and media rooms where heat gain is a year-round concern. Every one of these glass packages can be laminated, so storm protection never gets traded away for comfort.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Lauderhill

An NOA-rated double hung window only performs if the installation is done to the standard the approval assumes. That’s the part of the job no manufacturer controls, and it’s where we focus the most attention on every project we complete in Lauderhill.

Our process begins with a pre-installation inspection of the rough opening. We check the buck framing, the condition of the existing sill, and the wall cavity before we touch the new window. If the opening has rot, termite damage, or out-of-square framing, we address it before installation. Setting an impact window into a compromised opening voids the point of buying the rating.

During installation we set the unit level, plumb, and square, then anchor it according to the manufacturer’s NOA-approved anchoring schedule for your substrate. We use AAMA 812 low-expansion foam perimeter sealant to seal the window-to-wall interface, and our installation practice follows AAMA 2400 and 2410 standards for flashings and seals. After the unit is set and sealed, we perform a water test on the perimeter before reinstalling trim or interior stops.

Lauderhill brings specific considerations. The city falls within a HVHZ jurisdiction, so permits require Florida Product Approval or Miami-Dade NOA documentation. Our team pulls the permitting paperwork and submits the compliance documents with the permit application. We also account for your parcel’s wind zone and exposure category, because a corner lot on a canal gets more wind pressure than an interior lot behind a tree line.

If you’re replacing one window or twenty, the standard is the same. A bad install turns an impact-rated product into an ordinary window. Call (850) 303-7739 to schedule a free site visit and we’ll evaluate your openings before you spend a dollar.

Frequently Asked Questions - Double Hung Windows

What wind zone or design pressure is the Double Hung Window rated for?
Design pressure is matched to your specific wind zone, up to +/-100, never higher. The rating on any individual window depends on its size, frame material, and elevation within the structure. We calculate the required design pressure per opening during your free estimate, and we quote exactly what code demands for your Lauderhill parcel. Call (850) 303-7739 to get your wind-zone-specific numbers.

What is the lead time on Double Hung Windows in Lauderhill?
Most impact-rated double hung configurations ship in four to eight weeks depending on the manufacturer line, glass package, and finish you select. Standard white aluminum with clear impact glass moves faster than custom colors or Low-E insulated builds. We give you a firm production schedule when you place the order, and we coordinate the installation date around your permits. Call (850) 303-7739 and we’ll check current production times for the material you’re considering.

Does this window require a Miami-Dade NOA or Florida Product Approval submittal for my permit?
Yes. Lauderhill sits in a High-Velocity Hurricane Zone, so the city’s building department will require the NOA or Florida Product Approval numbers for the specific configuration you’re installing. We provide those documents with your quote and submit them as part of the permit package, so you never have to chase paperwork on your own.

Can I customize the size or configuration of a Double Hung Window?
Within the approved size range for each manufacturer, yes. Double hungs are built to the opening, not pulled off a shelf, so custom widths and heights are standard practice. The constraints come from the NOA testing, which limits how large a given configuration can go before the design pressure drops below your wind-zone requirement. We measure first, then tell you what’s possible. Call (850) 303-7739 to schedule a free measurement.

How do I maintain the frame on an impact Double Hung Window?
Maintenance is mostly simple washing. Use mild soap and water on the frame and glass, and keep the lower track clear of leaves and sand that build up during Lauderhill’s rainy season. The tilt-in sashes make cleaning the exterior glass easy from inside the house, which is one of the practical reasons homeowners prefer this style on second floors. Check the weatherstripping along the meeting rail once a year as well.

Get a Quote - Double Hung Windows in Lauderhill

Replacing windows in an HVHZ jurisdiction is a decision you only want to make once. TruePane Windows & Doors will measure your openings, calculate your required design pressures, and price the right double hung configuration for your home in Lauderhill. Call (850) 303-7739 to schedule your free on-site estimate and get a written, line-item quote.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Lauderhill, FL and Broward County with hurricane-impact window and door installation since the company’s founding.