Front & service entries
Review privacy, daylight, door swing and reliable everyday operation at front, rear and side entrances.
Impact doors · South Florida
A beautiful entrance. A considered assembly.
Protection belongs in the details. So does everyday comfort.
From a front entry to a wide patio opening, choose a door around the property—not a catalogue image alone. Perkins helps you plan the configuration, frame, sill and installation that belong together.
Plan your impact doorsExplore the details1980Perkins Roofing founded
6 countiesSouth Florida service area
Miami + JupiterTwo offices to get started
Meet the Perkins team ↗Define the right work
Choose how you want to live.
Bring the entrance, room and exterior together. A thoughtful replacement considers daily use as well as the required performance.
Patio & balcony doors
Compare paired and sliding arrangements around views, room circulation, outdoor levels and available space.
Coordinated window upgrades
Consider the remaining openings too. Door and window selections can share a consistent appearance without assuming identical approvals.
Opening preparation
Investigate the condition of the existing frame, surrounding wall and attachment surfaces before finalizing the replacement scope.
Finishes & hardware
Discuss frame colour, glazing appearance, handles, locks and their compatibility with the approved system.
Records & aftercare
Ask for relevant product identification, inspection records, care instructions and the specific warranty terms that apply.
The details, explained
The opening is a system.
Explore the decisions behind the finished entrance. These illustrations explain concepts; they do not represent a tested product or an installation specification.
Entry doors
A welcoming first impression.
A single entrance can combine privacy, daylight and a composed exterior. Discuss the leaf, frame, hardware and any sidelights as one documented opening.
- Single or paired configuration
- Swing direction and usable landing
- Glazing, privacy and hardware choices
What to resolveAn opening schedule with the proposed door and configuration.
French doors
A wider connection to outside.
Paired doors bring balance to a garden or terrace elevation. The meeting point, active leaf and locking arrangement deserve as much attention as the glass.
- Active and inactive leaf operation
- Furniture, circulation and swing clearance
- Threshold and exterior water management
What to resolveA layout that works for the opening and the people using it.
Sliding glass
Light. Views. A considered track.
A sliding system can connect a room and patio without an inward door swing. Opening width, panel arrangement and approved dimensions determine which options fit.
- Panel count and direction of travel
- Clear opening and practical access
- Track care and drainage provisions
What to resolveA confirmed panel arrangement, not an assumed standard size.
Frame & sill
The unseen details matter.
Glass alone does not make an impact-rated door assembly. Review the frame, substrate, anchoring, sealant and sill against the selected product documentation and site conditions.
- Product approval and installation limits
- Condition of the supporting opening
- Water path, perimeter and finish interfaces
What to resolveA documented assembly and a coordinated installation scope.
Make the first conversation useful
Before you choose a door.
Useful decisions start at the property. These are the details to bring to your first conversation.
Plan your impact doors- The openingsPhotographs, approximate dimensions and which doors you want to change.
- The experiencePrivacy, daylight, circulation, accessibility and operation priorities.
- The constraintsAssociation rules, available plans, finishes, target dates and budget range.
- The written scopeProduct, installation, permits, preparation, making good and exclusions.
Specific to your property
Rated for a specific assembly. Not every situation.
“Impact” is not a promise of storm-proof performance. The proposed configuration, dimensions, design pressures and installation conditions need to suit your address. Confirm the permit and review requirements with the responsible building department.
From conversation to completion
A defined scope.
A coordinated next step.
Ask what is included, who is responsible and how changes are handled. Price and schedule belong in a project-specific written agreement.
Survey
Review each opening, its use and the surrounding construction.
Select
Confirm configuration, documented performance and finish choices.
Coordinate
Resolve approvals, procurement, access and temporary protection.
Complete
Review operation, remaining items, records and care requirements.
Straight answers
Before you
make a decision.
Practical questions to help prepare your project.
Explore construction advice ↗Which types of impact doors can I discuss with Perkins?
Entry doors, French doors and sliding glass doors are the main configurations to discuss. Share photographs and your preferred operation; the team confirms suitable products, availability and the installation scope.
Can a large sliding glass door be impact rated?
Impact-rated sliding systems are available, but suitability depends on the exact panel arrangement, dimensions, design pressures and product approval. An attractive example elsewhere is not proof that the same system fits your opening.
Is impact glass enough on its own?
No. The complete door assembly matters, including the frame, glazing, hardware, anchors and installation conditions. Confirm that the specified configuration is covered by the applicable documentation.
How do I verify a product approval?
Use the public Florida Product Approval and Miami-Dade Product Control searches. Match the manufacturer, model and configuration to the proposal, and have the responsible project professional confirm its application to the property.
Will replacing my doors require a permit?
Confirm the permit and inspection requirements for the specific address and scope with the local building department before work starts. Association, landlord or historic review may also affect the project.
Why is the sill important?
The sill is where the opening meets the floor and exterior conditions. Its level, support, sealing and drainage must be coordinated with the selected system. A door should not be chosen without considering this junction.
Will impact doors reduce my insurance premium?
A contractor cannot promise a premium reduction. Ask your insurer or agent what opening-protection documentation they require and whether the proposed work changes your eligibility before including any saving in your budget.
Can I keep a low threshold or improve accessibility?
Tell the team about access needs at the beginning. Threshold, clear opening, landing and hardware choices must be evaluated together with the product and building requirements; a particular detail is not suitable for every property.
How long does installation take?
Timing depends on the number and condition of openings, product procurement, approvals, access and the work around each frame. Ask for a project-specific sequence and temporary-protection plan rather than a universal installation promise.
What should my proposal include?
Ask for the door model and configuration, finish selections, preparation and installation scope, approvals and inspections, cleanup, exclusions, payment terms and applicable warranties. Confirm who handles repairs to adjacent finishes.
Your next step
Make the entrance yours.
Start with the doors you want to change. The Miami or Jupiter team can help define the next conversation.
Plan your impact doorsScope, availability, approvals, responsible entity and applicable warranty terms are confirmed for your project.
Miami office
305-642-7663 — call the Miami officeMonroe · Miami-Dade · Broward
Jupiter office
561-559-7663 — call the Jupiter officePalm Beach · Martin · St. Lucie