Make a lasting first impression with a front door that looks beautiful and is built for Florida living. Serving homeowners throughout Clearwater and the Tampa Bay area, Clearwater Window & Door offers PlastPro entry doors paired with NovaTech impact-resistant glass for added protection against high winds and wind-borne debris, along with durability, security, and everyday comfort.
Choose from distinctive front door styles, decorative and privacy glass, sidelights, transoms, and other details to create an entry that complements your home’s architecture and reflects your personal style.
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Why Clearwater Homeowners Choose Us Over Big Brands
Even a high-quality impact entry door can underperform if it is not installed correctly. With over 60 years of local experience serving Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa, and communities throughout the Tampa Bay area, we provide the precise measurements, code-compliant installation, and careful finishing needed for lasting performance.
- PlastPro front door specialists
- NovaTech impact glass options
- Factory-trained employees, never subcontractors
- Precise, code-compliant installation
- Personalized guidance without high-pressure sales tactics
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PlastPro Door Styles & NovaTech Glass Options
Your front door is one of the most visible features of your home. Choose from a range of PlastPro door styles and pair your selection with NovaTech impact glass in decorative, privacy, and contemporary designs.
Browse the catalog to compare available door styles and glass options and find a combination that fits your home’s architecture and your personal taste.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Patio Doors in Clearwater, FL
These are the most common questions from homeowners in Clearwater, Florida and throughout Pinellas County when upgrading to hurricane impact windows.
Are impact-resistant front doors required in Florida?
Requirements depend on the property’s location, construction, opening, and applicable Florida Building Code provisions. In the Tampa Bay area, homes may be subject to specific wind and wind-borne-debris requirements based on their location. Clearwater and St. Petersburg in Pinellas County, Tampa in Hillsborough County, and Bradenton in Manatee County can have different requirements depending on the property’s location and applicable code provisions.
For additional information, you can review local building-code and permitting resources:
- Pinellas County: Building Codes & County Policies
- Hillsborough County: Residential Structural Design Criteria & Wind-Borne Debris Requirements
- Manatee County: Development Services & Building Resources
We can help determine which approved PlastPro door and NovaTech glass configuration is appropriate for your home.
What is a hurricane impact front door?
“Hurricane-proof front door” is commonly used to describe an entry door system designed and approved to withstand high winds and wind-borne debris. An impact front door uses a tested and approved door and/or impact-resistant glass assembly designed to resist wind pressure and wind-borne debris. Impact-resistant laminated glass is designed to remain bonded to its interlayer if the glass breaks.
When choosing a front door for a Florida home, look for the appropriate product approvals for your property’s location and opening rather than relying on the term “hurricane-proof.”
Can I get decorative glass in an impact front door?
Yes. NovaTech offers impact-resistant doorglass in a variety of decorative and privacy designs. This allows you to combine storm protection with a glass style that complements your PlastPro door.
Does impact glass make a front door more secure?
Impact-resistant laminated glass can add another layer of security to an exterior entry. It is designed to resist impact and remain held together by its interlayer if broken.
Does hurricane impact glass reduce outside noise?
Laminated impact glass can help reduce outside noise. The amount of noise reduction depends on the specific glass configuration and other characteristics of the door and opening.
Do I need a permit to replace my front door in Clearwater?
Permit requirements depend on the project and property. Exterior door replacement may require permitting and must comply with applicable Florida Building Code requirements. Clearwater Window & Door can handle the permitting process when required.
Can a hurricane front door help lower homeowners insurance?
An approved impact-resistant door may contribute to wind-mitigation savings in some cases. Eligibility and discounts depend on the home’s qualifying wind-mitigation features and the insurance policy. Florida homeowners can learn more about available wind-mitigation discounts and the inspection process through the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation’s Wind Mitigation Resources. We also recommend checking with your insurance provider to determine whether your new door may qualify for a discount.
Does a hurricane impact front door eliminate the need for hurricane shutters?
An approved impact-resistant opening may eliminate the need for separate shutters for that opening, depending on the complete product approval and applicable building-code requirements. The specific door, glass, frame, and installation should be evaluated together.
How much does a hurricane impact front door cost in Clearwater?
The cost depends on the door style, size, glass selection, frame, hardware, installation requirements, and applicable permitting. A free in-home estimate provides the most accurate price for your specific opening.
How long does front door installation take?
Installation time varies depending on the door, opening, site conditions, and any permitting or structural requirements. Your expected installation schedule will be reviewed before work begins.