What to Compare
Both PGT and CGI are Florida-based impact window manufacturers with Miami-Dade NOA (Notice of Acceptance) approvals.
Head-to-Head Breakdown
PGT Innovations
Features and considerations
- Most Florida installers stock/install PGT
- WinGuard product line well-established
- Wide product range and sizes
Limits and questions
- Some reports of warped frames on older production runs
CGI Windows & Doors
Features and considerations
- Florida-based manufacturer (Miami)
- Premium quality and tight tolerances
- Preferred by some high-end installers
Limits and questions
- Less model variety at some price points
Side-by-Side Comparison
| PGT Innovations | CGI Windows & Doors | |
|---|---|---|
| Founded / Base | Venice, FL (1959) | Miami, FL (1987) |
| Miami-Dade NOA | Yes (WinGuard and others) | Yes (wide product range) |
| Market Position | Ask the PGT Innovations provider to document market position for the exact offer. | Premium FL manufacturer |
| Product Range | Very wide (windows + doors) | Windows + doors |
| Warranty | Ask the PGT Innovations provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. | Ask the CGI Windows & Doors provider to document current quote and terms for the exact offer. |
| Installer Network (FL) | Confirm current PGT Innovations availability for your address. | Confirm current CGI Windows & Doors availability for your address. |
| Price Position | Request an itemized quote for PGT Innovations; compare the same scope and payment period. | Request an itemized quote for CGI Windows & Doors; compare the same scope and payment period. |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do impact windows cost in Florida?
Request dated, itemized proposals for PGT Innovations and CGI Windows & Doors using the same project details. Compare the included work, optional items, recurring charges and payment terms before deciding.
Do impact windows eliminate the need for hurricane shutters in Florida?
No shutters are needed when all openings (including sliding glass doors and garage doors) have compliant protection.
What other impact window brands are popular in Florida?
Nationally, Pella and Marvin also make impact products for Florida. Your installer's experience with the brand is as important as the brand itself.
Consumer resources
Use these official resources when evaluating an offer. They provide general guidance and do not establish a winner between these options.
- FTC: checking home-repair offers and written agreements — General consumer guidance; not evidence of either brand's price or performance.