New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Hale Windows Orlando pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
Choose your installer
The unit is half the job - the install is the other half. Our own background-checked crews measure, set, seal and insulate every opening, and they know the lines we quote inside and out because they install them every week.
Select the right products
Compare styles, materials and glass packages side by side until the fit is right for your rooms, your budget and your goals. The product-line comparison below is the place to start.
Prepare your home for install
Before install day we walk you through a short checklist - furniture pulled back, treatments down, a clear path to each opening - so install day is watch-it-happen, not scramble.
Compare the Lines We Quote
Every project is priced on the same lines, side by side - the price indicators below are relative, and your consultant shows exact numbers on your actual openings.
PGTThe line Florida homeowners arrive naming - the most Miami-Dade certifications in the industry$$$
- More Miami-Dade NOA certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe Florida value pick$$
- Vinyl systems built in Florida for Florida codes
- Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Miami-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
ECO Window Systems Window Replacement: The Orlando Owner’s Guide
Window replacement for ECO Window Systems products in Orlando typically runs $450 to $1,400 per window installed, depending on the series, glass package, and frame condition. We stock the common ECO Window Systems replacement sashes, balances, and hardware on our trucks, so most single-window swaps happen in one visit. Owners usually discover the problem the hard way: a window that won’t stay up, a sash that binds mid-track, or condensation fogged permanently between the two panes of a failed insulated glass unit (IGU).
Here’s the honest picture. Orlando’s heat and humidity accelerate seal failure in every window brand, and ECO Window Systems is no exception. We see failed IGUs most often on west-facing walls, where afternoon sun hammers the glass for hours. The good news? You don’t always need a full-frame replacement. Many ECO Window Systems failures are repairable at the sash, glass, or hardware level at a fraction of full replacement cost.
Which ECO Window Systems Models This Applies To
ECO Window Systems builds several series with different frame profiles and glass specs. We service the full replacement range across their single-hung, double-hung, horizontal slider, and casement lines. The specific thing that matters for your replacement is the glass thickness and the sash profile, because a double-hung ECO sash will not interchange with a slider sash even if the glass dimensions look close.
Here’s the compatibility gotcha every Orlando owner should know: ECO Window Systems changed their balance shoe design at one point, so older units take a different shoe style than newer ones. If you order the wrong balance shoe, the sash will never seat correctly. Pull the sash, read the sticker on the frame edge, and look for a series code. No sticker? We measure the glass, the frame channel width, and the balance shoe profile. That’s how we match it right the first time.
On OEM versus aftermarket: we’ll use an OEM ECO Window Systems part whenever it’s still available, because the fit exactness matters. When OEM is discontinued or backordered, we use tested aftermarket equivalents that match the original spec. We tell you which one you’re getting and why, in writing.
We also stock replacement parts for PGT, CGI, and CWS lines, and service those brands alongside ECO Window Systems.
Signs Your ECO Window Systems Window Replacement Is Failing
- Fog or moisture between the panes. This means the IGU seal has failed and the argon or krypton gas fill has escaped. In Orlando’s humidity, this shows up fast once the seal breaches. Glass replacement is the fix.
- Sash drops when you open it, or won’t stay up. The balance system, spring or block-and-tackle, has worn out. This is one of the most common ECO Window Systems failures we see. We replace balances on site.
- Hard crank or stiff sliding. The operator mechanism or the track rollers have worn. Waiting makes it worse, because a compromised roller scores the track and turns a $150 hardware job into a $400 track rebuild.
- Visible cracks or chips in the frame or glass. Small chips in glass can crack fully with Orlando’s thermal cycling, hot day to air-conditioned night. If the frame is cracked at a corner weld, full sash replacement is usually the better call.
- Warped or soft frame sections. Florida sun breaks down vinyl over time, particularly on south- and west-facing walls. A soft frame won’t seal, and it will leak air and water. That’s a replacement window, not a repair.
Replacement Cost & What’s Included
Here are the installed price ranges we quote in Orlando for ECO Window Systems replacement work:
- Glass-only IGU replacement: $250 to $550 per window, depending on glass size and whether it’s low-E coated.
- Sash replacement (frame and glass, using existing opening): $400 to $800 per window.
- Balance or hardware replacement: $120 to $280 per window.
- Full-frame window replacement (new frame, new glass, new trim): $750 to $1,400 per window.
Every price is written down before you’re asked to say yes. You’ll see the part cost, the labor cost, and the total. If we find something else once the window is open, you’ll know the cost of that before we proceed. There’s no change order you didn’t approve. And every replacement carries a written workmanship warranty. If our work fails within the covered period, we come back and make it right under the 365-Day Done Right Promise.
DIY or Call Us?
There’s an honest split here. On a double-hung ECO window with a failed balance, you can safely check whether the sash tilts out, read the sticker, and snap a few photos of the shoe. That’s useful. But actually swapping a balance shoe or replacing an IGU means working under spring tension or handling a 30-pound glass unit that shatters into sharp shards if it slips. A balance release that fires wrong can take a finger off. Spencer Odell has seen enough hand injuries from DIY window repairs to say it plainly: this is not a YouTube weekend project. If the part is under tension, a trained professional with the right tools should do it.
If you’re in Orlando and not sure what you’re looking at, call (850) 613-9382. We’ll help you figure out whether it’s a part we can match from your photos or whether we need to put eyes on it.
FAQs
In Florida weather, expect 15 to 25 years from the frame, with glass seal life often shorter at 10 to 15 years on sun-exposed elevations. Regular track cleaning and not forcing a stiff sash extends the balance and roller life. Call (850) 613-9382 if you’re seeing fog or stiffness, and we’ll tell you whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your specific unit.
Yes, in most cases. Failed glass, worn balances, and bad rollers are repairable at the component level. Full window replacement is only needed when the frame itself is warped, cracked, or soft. We’ll tell you the cheaper fix if one exists. Call (850) 613-9382 for an honest recommendation.
Most single-window replacements in Orlando take one to three hours once the part is in hand. If we need to order a specific ECO Window Systems sash or IGU, you’re typically looking at five to ten business days for the order to arrive. We’ll give you the timeline in writing with your quote. Call (850) 613-9382 to schedule.
We keep common ECO Window Systems replacement parts on our trucks, including balance shoes, balances, rollers, and hardware. Glass units are made to order by size and coating spec, so those are ordered per job. If the numbers and the warranty language don’t back it up, I won’t say it. Call (850) 613-9382 and we’ll check stock for your specific part.
Written by Spencer Odell, Owner, Hale Windows Orlando at Hale Windows Orlando, serving Orlando and nearby areas.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Hale Windows Orlando
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.