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CWS Custom & Geometric Windows in Fort Myers: What to Know First

CWS custom and geometric windows in Fort Myers are typically repaired or replaced within 2 to 4 weeks of the first measure, depending on glass lead times and whether we’re matching an existing radius or building a new shape from scratch. Most CWS jobs we handle run between $900 and $4,800 depending on size, geometry, impact rating, and frame condition. We are an independent CWS service provider, not a factory branch, so our loyalty is to the homeowner and the building, not to a manufacturer’s sales target. If you have a CWS arch, circle top, trapezoid, or oversized opening that has failed, call (239) 323-5522 and we’ll schedule a free on-site measure and written estimate.

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How CWS Products Fail - and How We Fix Them

• Fogged or hazed curved glass on CWS radius units. Curved and geometric lites put more stress on the edge seal than rectangular glass because the bend creates unequal pressure along the perimeter. The seal fails, moisture gets in, and you get a cloudy arch you can’t see through. We replace the insulated glass unit, not the whole frame, and we order the radius to match the original curve to within a tolerance the old frame can actually accept.
• Frame deflection on oversized CWS picture windows and trapezoids. Large geometric openings in Fort Myers coastal homes see wind loads that push frames out of square, especially on homes built in the 1990s and early 2000s. When the frame deflects, the sash binds or the glass can’t seat properly. We reinforce, re-square, and re-glaze the opening before the new glass goes in.
• Leaking corner welds on CWS geometric frames. The more corners a window has, the more points of failure. We have pulled many a CWS trap window where the corner weld cracked after years of sun and storm expansion. The fix is a proper weld repair or replacement frame corner, not a bead of caulk across the top. Caulk hides the problem for a season; it doesn’t fix it.
• Failed balance assemblies on CWS casement and awning sloped units. CWS operators on angled and geometric openings wear out faster because the hardware carries the weight at an angle, not straight down. When the crank or hinge gives out, we replace the hardware with the correct series assembly, and if you want to go away from OEM, we’ll show you the difference on paper before you pay.
• Impact glass delamination on older CWS impact-rated shapes. Fort Myers humidity and salt air do real work on laminated impact glass over 15 to 20 years. The interlayer can start to separate at the edges of shaped glass, especially around sharp radii. We replace delaminated impact lites with new impact-rated glass that matches the original pressure rating for your wind zone.

Our CWS Custom & Geometric Windows Process

1. 1
   Call and talk to a person. We answer the phone. We ask about the window, the shape, the symptoms, and the age of the home. If it sounds urgent, we tell you when we can be there.
2. 2
   Measure twice on site. A tech comes out, takes every measurement, checks the opening for square, and looks at how the original unit was set. For radius work, we trace the existing curve or measure the arc so the new glass matches.
3. 3
   Parts decision. We show you OEM and quality aftermarket options on paper, with prices and warranty lengths stated in writing. If the OEM part is the right call, we order it. If a quality aftermarket alternative will outlast the original, we say so.
4. 4
   Glass and frame work. We order, then we install. No second appointment left hanging. Most jobs are done in a single visit once the glass arrives.
5. 5
   Air and water test. We check the seal, the operation, the square of the frame, and clean up before we leave. The truck doesn’t leave until the pane is true.
6. 6
   Both warranty layers registered in writing before the truck leaves the driveway. You get the manufacturer’s warranty and our 90-Day Done Right Promise. If it’s not done right at 89 days, we come back and make it right. No arguing.

What CWS Custom & Geometric Windows Costs in Fort Myers

• Glass-only replacement for a small radius or arch unit: $900-$1,600
• Full frame replacement for a trapezoid or large geometric window: $2,800-$4,800
• Hardware replacement on a CWS casement or awning operator: $280-$650 per unit
• Corner weld repair on a geometric frame: $350-$800 per corner

The price moves based on glass size, impact rating, radius complexity, and whether the frame can be reused. Fort Myers wind zone requirements also matter for impact work. We quote fixed prices with no change orders and no surprise line items. Call (239) 323-5522 for a free estimate.

Why Fort Myers Homeowners Call TruePane Windows & Doors for CWS Work

We have been setting and sealing windows across Fort Myers for more than 42 years, and Dale Kessler has been in the trade since his father ran a glazing bay in Columbus. We are not the cheapest bid. We are the one where the work gets done right the first time and the warranty gets registered before the truck leaves. Our techs know CWS frames and hardware, and when the right answer is a PGT, CGI, ES Windows, or ECO Window Systems product because CWS parts are too far gone or discontinued, we will tell you that in plain language and show you the numbers side by side. A live person answers our phone 24/7, not a voicemail tree. If the pane is not true, the job is not done. That’s the rule.

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