Casement Windows

Casement Windows in Hollywood, FL | TruePane Windows & Doors

Casement windows hinge at the side and crank outward, which makes them one of the tightest-sealing window profiles you can put in a Florida home. For Hollywood homeowners, that seal matters twice: it keeps air-conditioned air inside during the long cooling season, and it keeps wind-driven rain outside when a storm pushes through Broward County. TruePane Windows & Doors installs impact-rated casements across our PGT, CGI, CWS, ES Windows, ECO, and Mr-Glass lines, all engineered for High-Velocity Hurricane Zone construction. We’ve been setting windows in Hollywood long enough to know which configurations actually hold up on coastal blocks and which ones create callbacks. If you’re pricing casements for a mid-century ranch in Emerald Hills or a newer build in Hollywood Lakes, call (863) 334-2933 and we’ll walk you through what fits your openings and your wind zone.

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Product Overview - Casement Windows

Casement windows operate on a side hinge with a crank mechanism that swings the sash outward like a door. That design creates a full compression seal when closed: the sash presses against weatherstripping on all four sides, which is fundamentally different from a sliding window that relies on overlap. In hurricane-prone construction, that compression seal is the feature that separates casements from everything else. When wind pressure builds against the exterior, the sash gets pressed tighter into the frame rather than flexing away from it. That’s why casements have been a staple in coastal Florida architecture for decades, and why so many Hollywood homeowners choose them when replacing original jalousie or single-hung units.

The impact-rated versions we install add laminated glass with a PVB interlayer that holds the pane in the frame under impact. The frame itself, whether aluminum or vinyl, is reinforced to carry that laminated glass weight and stay square under load. Architecturally, casements work beautifully in mid-century Hollywood homes where wide glass areas and clean sightlines matter. They also fit Mediterranean and Key West style houses, particularly with the right color selection. The crank operation gives you an unobstructed view when closed, and when open, the sash acts as a directional vent that catches cross-breezes off the Intracoastal. Hollywood gets that east-west breeze pattern, and a properly placed casement will use it.

Technical Specifications

Here are the hard numbers and options for the Impact Series casements we install in Hollywood. Every configuration is quoted to your specific opening sizes and wind zone, so treat these as the range, not the final word.

• Frame materials: Aluminum or vinyl. Aluminum suits contemporary and mid-century homes with narrower sightlines. Vinyl suits budget-conscious retrofits and salt-exposed lots where you want low maintenance without worrying about corrosion.
• Glass options: Laminated impact glass with PVB interlayer (the hurricane-rated core), Low-E insulated glass (for thermal performance layered on top of impact glass), tinted glass (heat and glare control for east and west elevations), and clear glass (maximum light transmission).
• Finish options: White, almond, bronze, black, and tan. All are baked or co-extruded finishes designed to hold color under South Florida UV.
• Screen options: Fixed screen on the interior side or a retractable screen for unobstructed sightlines when the window is closed.
• Design pressure: Matched to your wind zone, up to +/-100. Never higher, because over-engineering past your zone adds cost without adding protection.
• Compliance: Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval numbers available per configuration. Engineered to FBC HVHZ requirements.

Hurricane & Compliance Performance

Laminated Impact Glass (PVB Interlayer)
The glass package uses a polyvinyl butyral interlayer sandwiched between panes. When impact occurs, the glass may crack but the PVB holds the pane in the frame, keeping the building envelope sealed. That’s the core of what makes an impact window different from a standard window.

Miami-Dade NOA / Florida Product Approval
Each configuration carries a Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance or Florida Product Approval number. These are assigned per specific size, frame, and glass combination. Your quote from TruePane Windows & Doors includes the specific approval number for your configuration so your Hollywood permit application matches what gets installed.

FBC / HVHZ Compliance
The entire Impact Series casement line is engineered to Florida Building Code High-Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements. HVHZ is the stricter of Florida’s two wind codes, and Hollywood falls inside it. These are not windows built for Orlando and shipped south; they’re designed for the wind loads we actually see.

TAS 201 / TAS 202 / TAS 203 Testing Context
HVHZ-rated products are tested under a protocol family that includes TAS 201 for large-missile impact, TAS 202 for cyclic wind-pressure loading, and TAS 203 for forced-entry resistance. When we reference NOA or Florida Product Approval numbers, those approvals sit on top of this testing.

Design Pressure Matched to Your Wind Zone
We quote design pressures matched to your specific wind zone, up to +/-100. Never higher. The point is accuracy, not inflated ratings. A home in central Hollywood doesn’t need the same rating as one right on the barrier island, and you shouldn’t pay for rating you don’t need.

Energy Performance Options
Low-E and insulated glass options are available on impact casements for Hollywood’s cooling-dominant climate. Low-E reflects solar heat while still passing visible light. Insulated glass adds a second airspace for thermal resistance. Most Hollywood homes we quote pair impact glass with a Low-E coating on at least the east and west elevations.

Color & Glass Options

Color selection in Hollywood is not just about taste; it’s about heat load and architectural fit. White and almond dominate the classic Hollywood Lakes bungalows and 1950s concrete-block houses. Those lighter frames reflect heat and blend with stucco exteriors. Bronze and black have become the default on modern and contemporary builds, especially where homeowners want a storefront-style sightline from the street. Tan works well on Mediterranean revival homes with barrel tile roofs and warm stucco tones. All five finishes are engineered for South Florida UV exposure, so fading over a ten-year horizon is far less pronounced than white vinyl siding from twenty years ago.

Glass selection works the same way, starting with your elevation. East-facing casements in Hollywood get morning sun; west-facing get the brutal afternoon heat, especially in summer when the sun sits low over the Everglades. Tinted impact glass cuts that glare without making the room feel dark. Clear impact glass is best for north-facing walls and shaded lots under mature oak canopy in Emerald Hills. Low-E insulated glass is the upgrade we recommend most often for bedrooms and living areas because it addresses both radiant heat gain and thermal transfer. Your quote will break out glass by opening so you’re not paying for Low-E on a shaded powder room window.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Hollywood

An impact casement is only as good as its installation. The NOA rating assumes a proper, code-compliant installation. A window that’s bowed, out of square, or poorly sealed at the perimeter will underperform regardless of what the product testing says. That’s why TruePane Windows & Doors treats installation as its own craft, distinct from sales.

Every casement install in Hollywood starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the existing framing for rot, especially on coastal blocks where salt air has been working on wood subs for decades. We measure in three places per side and adapt the rough opening before the new unit goes in, because a five-eighths-inch discrepancy across a four-foot casement compounds into a window that binds when you crank it. The new unit gets set level, plumb, and square, then anchored per the manufacturer’s approved method. We follow AAMA 2400/2410 installation practice and use AAMA 812 low-expansion foam around the perimeter for a continuous air and water seal, followed by the appropriate exterior sealant.

Hollywood-specific considerations matter here. Many homes are in coastal exposure zones where the wind zone is higher than the structure’s age would suggest. Some neighborhoods require permit submittal with the specific NOA or Florida Product Approval number listed on the permit application. We know which municipalities are strictest, and we prepare the paperwork accordingly. After installation, we run a water test on the perimeter and operate the crank fully several times to confirm smooth travel. Cleanup happens the same day. The result is a casement that opens easily on a January afternoon and seals tight when the next tropical system pushes through.

Frequently Asked Questions - Casement Windows

Get a Quote - Casement Windows in Hollywood

Ready to price casement windows for your Hollywood home? Call (863) 334-2933 and tell us how many openings you’re replacing and roughly what size they are. We’ll schedule a free on-site measurement, walk you through the glass and finish options, and deliver a written line-item quote with the specific NOA or Florida Product Approval number for your configuration. No pressure, just numbers you can actually build a decision on.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, installing impact windows and doors across Hollywood, FL and greater Broward County.