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Arched and curved windows are our Custom & Geometric Windows services built to fit openings that no standard rectangular window can fill - think the half-round transoms above entryways in Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club, the full-arch frames in older Mediterranean homes along Spanish River Road, or the elliptical picture windows that define a lot of the newer construction in Boca’s waterfront communities. If you have one of these openings, you already know: you can’t walk into a big-box store and pull a box off the shelf. You need someone who actually builds to the shape.
At Winslow Windows & Doors, Ed Winslow has been fitting arched and curved windows in Boca Raton since 2011. We’re locally owned and owner-operated, which means Ed’s name is on the door and on every job we do. When you call (561) 816-5648, a real person picks up around the clock - no voicemail, no callback queue. This page covers what you need to know about arched and curved windows in Boca Raton specifically: pricing, process, what affects cost, and why the right installer matters more here than almost anywhere else in South Florida.
Arched and curved window work is part of our broader Custom & Geometric Windows in Boca Raton service, which includes specialty shapes like octagons, trapezoids, and full-circle windows. If your opening is anything other than a rectangle, you’re in the right place.
Why Arched and Curved Windows in Boca Raton Are a Different Animal
Boca Raton sits in Miami-Dade and Palm Beach County’s high-velocity hurricane zone. Every window installed here has to meet Florida Building Code Chapter 16 wind-load requirements and, in most cases, carry an impact rating. For a standard double-hung, that’s already a higher bar than most of the country. For Custom Impact Windows with an arched or curved shape, the engineering challenge multiplies because the frame geometry itself changes how load is distributed. A half-round transom sitting directly above a front door takes on wind pressure differently than a flat header - and the glazing, the frame corners, and the installation anchor points all have to account for that.
We work with manufacturers like PGT and ECO Window Systems whose custom-shape programs are built around Florida’s impact requirements from the start. These aren’t afterthought shapes cut down from a standard line. The frames are engineered for the arch, the glazing is laminated to the profile, and the finished unit comes with a Miami-Dade or Florida Product Approval number that your Boca Raton building permit requires. That approval number matters at final inspection, and it matters if you ever file a hurricane insurance claim.
Boca’s salt air is a separate issue. Homes within a mile of the Intracoastal or the beach - think the barrier island neighborhoods off A1A, or anything east of Federal Highway in the Palmetto Park corridor - see accelerated frame corrosion on aluminum and hardware failure on cheaper vinyl. The curved frames we source are specified for coastal exposure, and we’ll tell you which material makes sense for your specific address.
When You Need Arched and Curved Windows
- You’re replacing a failed original arch unit. A lot of Boca Raton’s Mediterranean-revival homes from the 1980s and 1990s had decorative arched windows that were never impact-rated. After 30-plus years, the seals fail, the frames oxidize, and they leak - sometimes behind the wall before you notice. Replacing them with a code-compliant impact arch unit is a one-time fix, not a recurring repair.
- You’re doing a full window replacement and the arched openings are holding you back. We see this constantly in Mizner Park-area homes and in Broken Sound communities: homeowners replace every standard window but leave the arched transoms because they don’t know who handles them. Those old non-impact arches become the weak points that void the whole wind-mitigation credit on the insurance inspection.
- You’re building new or doing an addition. If a Boca Raton architect has spec’d arched openings into a project, the window has to be fabricated before the rough opening is set. Getting the custom unit ordered early - with the right dimensions and product approval - keeps the build schedule from stalling at final inspection.
- Your current arch window is single-pane and drafting cold air from the AC. Single-pane arched glass is an energy sieve in a climate where the AC runs ten months a year. South Florida’s summer heat gain through uncoated single-pane glass can add $80-120 a month to a cooling bill in a home with several large arch units. Impact-rated, low-E laminated glass makes a measurable difference.
- You’re remodeling a home and want to add an arched window where there isn’t one. This involves a structural assessment of the wall opening, a permit from Boca Raton’s Building Division on NW 2nd Avenue, and a custom-fabricated unit. We handle every step and pull the permit ourselves.
- The arch frame is showing corrosion, fogging between panes, or visible seal failure. These are the warning signs. In Boca Raton’s humidity, failed seals in an arched unit allow moisture intrusion that can wick into the surrounding stucco and drywall. Catching it early costs far less than a remediation job later.
Our Arched and Curved Windows Process
- Site measurement and opening assessment. Arched windows require precise field measurements - the radius, the spring point, the width at the sill and at the widest point of the arch. We don’t estimate from photos. A Winslow technician comes to your Boca Raton home, measures the actual opening, and documents the existing frame condition. If there’s any rot, water damage, or structural concern around the opening, we flag it before the order goes in. Upfront pricing: you know the full number before we start.
- Material and product selection. Based on your home’s location, budget, and the existing aesthetic, we’ll recommend a frame material (aluminum or vinyl), glass type (laminated impact, low-E coated, or decorative with an impact inner layer), and finish. For coastal Boca addresses, we’ll steer you toward frame specifications rated for salt-air exposure. We’ll also confirm which units carry the Florida Product Approval numbers your permit requires.
- Custom fabrication order. Once you approve the scope and pricing, the unit is ordered from the manufacturer. Lead times for custom arch windows typically run 4-8 weeks depending on the manufacturer and the complexity of the profile. We’ll give you a realistic timeline on day one - not an optimistic one that slips later.
- Permit filing with the City of Boca Raton. Winslow pulls the permit. You don’t have to navigate the Building Division portal or track application status. We handle submission, respond to any review comments, and confirm permit issuance before scheduling installation.
- Installation by background-checked, uniformed technicians. On installation day, you know exactly who’s coming before the truck pulls up. The old unit is removed, the rough opening is inspected and prepped, the new arch window is set and anchored to the required fastening pattern, and the exterior is sealed against Florida’s driving rain. Every Winslow technician is background-checked and arrives in uniform.
- Inspection and final sign-off. We schedule and pass the final building inspection. You receive all product approval documentation, warranty paperwork, and a copy of the permit sign-off for your records - useful for insurance wind-mitigation re-rating and for any future sale of the home.
Arched and Curved Windows Pricing in Boca Raton
Arched and curved window pricing in Boca Raton runs higher than standard rectangular units because every arch is Geometric & Shaped Windows custom-fabricated. There is no mass-produced version that fits your specific opening. Here’s an honest breakdown of what you can expect in this market:
| Unit Type | Typical Installed Price Range |
|---|---|
| Half-round transom (up to 36″ wide), impact-rated | $650 – $1,100 |
| Full-arch window (36″ – 48″ wide), impact-rated | $900 – $1,600 |
| Large arch or elliptical (48″+ wide), impact-rated | $1,400 – $2,800+ |
| Arched casement combination unit, impact-rated | $1,200 – $2,400 |
| Permit (City of Boca Raton, typical residential) | $150 – $400 depending on scope |
These ranges reflect current installed costs in the Boca Raton market, including labor, hardware, and sealant. They do not include structural repairs to the surrounding opening if damage is found on removal. If we find rot, compromised header framing, or water damage during the job, we’ll stop, show you what we found, and give you a written change-order price before we do anything additional.
What drives cost up or down:
- Size and radius complexity – a tight quarter-circle transom costs less than a sweeping full-arch or an ellipse with compound curves
- Frame material – aluminum frames engineered for coastal salt exposure cost more than standard vinyl but last significantly longer on barrier island or Intracoastal properties
- Glass specification – decorative obscure glass, tinted laminate, or impact glass with a specific SHGC rating for energy compliance each carry different price points
- Accessibility – second-story arched windows require staging or lift equipment, which adds to labor cost
- Condition of the existing opening – if the rough frame needs structural work before the new unit can be set, that’s additional scope
Seniors and veterans receive a permanent 10% discount on all Winslow work, no expiration date. If you already have a written estimate from another contractor, we’ll give you a free second opinion - no charge, no pressure. Call (561) 816-5648 and someone will pick up, any time of day.
FAQs – Arched and Curved Windows in Boca Raton
Can arched windows be impact-rated to meet Florida Building Code in Boca Raton?
Yes, arched and curved windows can be fully impact-rated and Florida Building Code compliant. Manufacturers like PGT and ECO Window Systems fabricate custom arch profiles with laminated impact glass and Miami-Dade or Florida Product Approval numbers, which is what Boca Raton’s Building Division requires for a permitted installation. The arch shape does not exempt a window from impact requirements in Palm Beach County’s wind zone. If someone tells you an arched window can’t be impact-rated, that’s incorrect – it just has to be custom-ordered from a manufacturer whose product line includes approved arch configurations. Call (561) 816-5648 and we’ll confirm which approved units fit your specific opening.
How long does it take to get a custom arched window installed in Boca Raton?
From the initial measurement appointment to final inspection, most arched window projects in Boca Raton take 6-10 weeks. Custom fabrication typically runs 4-8 weeks depending on the manufacturer’s current lead time and the complexity of the unit. Permit review by the City of Boca Raton Building Division usually adds 1-2 weeks. We tell you the realistic timeline upfront so you can plan around it. If you need to prioritize a specific project start date – say, before a sale closing or ahead of hurricane season – let us know at the estimate stage and we’ll work backward from there.
Is it possible to add an arched window to a wall that doesn’t currently have one?
Adding a new arched window to an existing wall in Boca Raton is possible, but it requires a structural assessment of the wall framing, a permit from the City of Boca Raton, and potentially a new header if Oversized Openings change load-bearing conditions. It’s a more involved project than a straight replacement, and the permit scope will be larger. We handle the full process: structural review, permit application, custom fabrication, installation, and final inspection. The best starting point is a site visit so we can assess the wall, confirm feasibility, and give you an accurate written price. Call (561) 816-5648 to schedule.
Do arched windows cost more than standard rectangular windows?
Arched and curved windows cost more than comparable rectangular units, primarily because they’re custom-fabricated for your specific opening – there are no stock arch windows that fit a non-standard radius. In Boca Raton, a basic impact-rated half-round transom starts around $650-$750 installed, while a larger full-arch unit can reach $2,800 or more depending on size, glass specification, and frame material. The cost is a one-time investment: a properly installed, impact-rated arch window doesn’t need to be replaced again for 20-30 years with normal maintenance, and it can improve your wind-mitigation insurance rating if it replaces an older non-impact unit. Call (561) 816-5648 for a free estimate with specific numbers for your home.
Why Winslow for Arched Windows in Boca Raton
There are plenty of window companies serving South Florida. Most of them handle rectangular replacements well. Fewer have the experience or the manufacturer relationships to do arched and curved work correctly – meaning permitted, impact-rated, and installed in a way that passes inspection and holds up to a Cat 3 storm.
Ed Winslow started this company in 2011, and it’s been locally owned and operated ever since. We work with authorized brands that engineer for Florida’s specific conditions, and we’ve been doing custom-shape work in Boca Raton long enough to know which neighborhoods have specific architectural patterns that need particular attention – the curved-glass jalousie replacements in older Camino Gardens homes, the sweeping arches in newer construction near Clint Moore Road, the tall ellipticals that show up in Spanish-influenced builds along Palmetto Park Road.
Our 36500-Day Done Right Promise is straightforward: if it’s not done right, we make it right. Not a 1-year warranty. Not a 5-year warranty. A hundred-year standard of accountability that no national chain will match, because no national chain has an owner whose name is physically on the business.
No trip charge inside Palm Beach County. No voicemail when you call. Upfront pricing before work starts. Background-checked, uniformed technicians on every job. And a 10% permanent discount for seniors and veterans, no paperwork, no hoops.
To learn more about the full range of specialty shapes we install, visit our Custom & Geometric Windows in Boca Raton page. Or call us directly at (561) 816-5648 – someone picks up, any time – and we’ll schedule a free estimate at your Boca Raton home. Ed’s name is on every job we do, and that’s the only guarantee that actually means something.
Written by Ed Winslow, Owner at Winslow Windows & Doors, serving Boca Raton since 2011.
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.