Short answer: in Tampa/Hillsborough, vinyl impact windows run about $960 to $1,330 per window installed on a 12-window job, by BuildPriced's statewide guide; its Tampa page puts 12 vinyl impact windows higher, at $13,200 to $22,800 (May 2026). Fixr's Florida guide puts impact windows at $40 to $100 or more per square foot, or $15,000 to $50,000 or more for a whole home (April 2026). Hurricane shutters cost less: Angi's Tampa hurricane shutters page averages $3,595, usually $1,845 to $5,491.
These are typical ranges, not quotes. The number and size of openings, sliding glass doors and the frame material move the price most.
How much do impact windows cost per window?
| Project | Typical cost | Scope | Do it yourself? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl impact window, per window | $960–$1,330 (12-window job: $11,500–$16,000) | Tampa / Hillsborough (BuildPriced, May 2026) | No: permit and Florida product approval |
| Vinyl impact window, typical | About $1,100 per window, $13,200 whole house | Florida (BuildPriced) | No |
| Aluminum impact window, typical | About $1,400 per window, $16,800 whole house | Florida (BuildPriced) | No |
| Impact vs. standard window | Impact vinyl $950–$1,650 vs. standard $700–$1,200; about $250–$450 more per window | Florida (BuildPriced, May 2026) | No |
| Impact window unit only | About $667 for a standard 22½" x 46½" window, before installation | Florida (Fixr, April 2026) | No |
| Impact windows, national | $700–$2,875 per window | National (Angi, Oct. 2026) | No |
Angi's Tampa window replacement page (all window types) averages $9,330, usually $4,720 to $13,960, about $900 per window. It says to expect impact windows to cost "25% to 35% higher than the national average" in a hurricane-prone city like Tampa.
Impact windows cost per square foot
Fixr's Florida guide lists impact windows at $40 to $100 or more per square foot installed. Bigger openings cost more in total, and a single large window or slider can cost more than several small ones.
Whole-house impact windows cost in Florida
| Source | Whole-home range | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $15,000–$50,000+ | Florida (April 2026) |
| BuildPriced | $4,500–$30,000 for window replacement of all types; vinyl impact $13,200–$22,800 for 12 windows in Tampa | Florida and Tampa (May 2026) |
| BuildPriced, St. Petersburg calculator | $4,590 low / $13,770 typical / $30,600 high | St. Petersburg (May 2026) |
Impact sliding glass doors and garage doors
| Item | Typical cost | Scope | Do it yourself? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Impact sliding glass door | $1,000–$3,000; larger 3-panel models up to $7,000 | National (HomeGuide, Feb. 2026) | No |
| 12-foot impact pocket slider | $8,000–$18,000 installed | Florida (BuildPriced) | No |
| Hurricane-rated garage door | $1,200–$3,500 installed | Florida (BuildPriced, May 2026) | No |
| Hurricane garage door, national | $900–$10,000, average $6,000 | National (Angi, Oct. 2026) | No |
| Garage door bracing kit | $150–$400 | Florida (BuildPriced) | Some of it: only a kit approved for your door |
We couldn't find a Florida or national price for an impact front door. Our sliding glass door repair price guide covers door repairs and leaks.
Hurricane shutters cost
| Shutter type | Per sq ft | Whole home | Scope | Do it yourself? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storm panels (aluminum or steel) | $7–$15 | $1,500–$4,000 | Florida (Fixr) | Some of it: putting them up and taking them down |
| Accordion | $15–$25 | $3,000–$8,000 | Florida (Fixr) | No: installing shutters is permitted work |
| Fabric | $10–$20 | $2,000–$5,000 | Florida (Fixr) | Some of it: putting them up; installing the anchors is permitted work |
| Bahama | $15–$35 | $3,500–$10,000 | Florida (Fixr) | No |
| Colonial | $20–$35 | $4,000–$10,000 | Florida (Fixr) | No |
| Roll-down (motorized) | $25–$60 | $8,000–$25,000 | Florida (Fixr) | No: wiring by a licensed electrician |
Angi's Tampa hurricane shutters page puts most jobs at $1,845 to $5,491 (average $3,595, March 2026). Its Tampa window replacement page lists shutters at $1,500 to $5,900 (average $3,655). Handoff's Tampa installed price is $15.90 to $34.90 per square foot (2026).
Impact windows vs. hurricane shutters cost
BuildPriced's Florida comparison puts 10 openings at $15,000 to $32,000 with impact windows and $3,800 to $11,000 with shutters. Per opening, that's $1,500 to $3,200 for impact windows, $380 to $1,100 for panel or accordion shutters, and $700 to $2,200 for motorized roll-downs (May 2026). Shutters cost less up front, but someone has to put them up before every storm; impact windows stay in place.
What drives the price
- Number and size of openings, and how many are sliding glass doors.
- Frame material: aluminum impact windows cost more than vinyl in BuildPriced's Florida figures.
- Glass options: tint, Low-E and noise reduction.
- What's found when the old units come out: rotted framing, sills or stucco around the opening (see our wood rot and stucco repair price guides).
- Permits, product approvals and engineering for the job.
Permits and product approval
Rules come from each building department. Clearwater's list of work that requires a permit includes "replacement of windows, doors, garage doors or skylights in existing or altered wall openings," and St. Petersburg treats window and door replacement as structural work outside Florida's new under-$7,500 permit exemption. Windows and exterior doors need a Florida product approval, either statewide (s. 553.842, Fla. Stat.) or local (s. 553.8425); approvals can be looked up on the Florida Building Commission's product approval search. Who issues the permit depends on the address: in Safety Harbor, for example, window and door permits go to Pinellas County. Published window permit fees vary: Angi's Tampa page says $50 to $200, Fixr lists $100 to $300 for Pinellas (St. Petersburg), and BuildPriced lists $75 to $175 per window for Pinellas. Check your building department's fee schedule.
Help with the cost, including the My Safe Florida Home grant program and Florida's home-hardening sales tax refund, is covered in our Safety Harbor impact windows post.
Frequently asked questions
How much do impact windows cost in Florida?
Fixr's Florida guide puts impact windows at $40 to $100 or more per square foot, or $15,000 to $50,000 or more for a whole home. In Tampa/Hillsborough, BuildPriced lists vinyl impact windows at about $960 to $1,330 per window.
How much do impact windows cost per window installed?
BuildPriced's Florida typical figures are about $1,100 per vinyl impact window and $1,400 per aluminum impact window. Angi's national range is $700 to $2,875 per window.
How much do hurricane shutters cost per window?
BuildPriced puts panel or accordion shutters at $380 to $1,100 per opening and motorized roll-downs at $700 to $2,200. Angi's Tampa average for a shutter job is $3,595.
Are impact windows or shutters cheaper?
Shutters cost less up front: BuildPriced puts 10 openings at $3,800 to $11,000 with shutters versus $15,000 to $32,000 with impact windows. Impact windows don't need to be put up before a storm.
Do I need a permit to replace windows in Pinellas County?
Usually, yes. Clearwater lists window and door replacement as work that requires a permit, and St. Petersburg treats it as structural work. Check whether your city or Pinellas County issues the permit for your address and what it requires.
Sources
- BuildPriced, window replacement cost (updated May 19, 2026)
- BuildPriced, window replacement cost in Tampa (May 2026)
- BuildPriced, are impact windows worth it in Florida (updated May 19, 2026)
- BuildPriced, impact windows vs. hurricane shutters (updated May 15, 2026)
- BuildPriced, Florida window permit costs (updated May 18, 2026)
- BuildPriced, Florida hurricane home prep checklist (updated May 10, 2026)
- Fixr, hurricane impact windows in Florida (April 21, 2026)
- Angi, window replacement cost in Tampa (updated July 9, 2026)
- Angi, hurricane shutters cost in Tampa (updated March 19, 2026)
- Angi, impact windows cost (national, updated Oct. 19, 2026)
- Angi, hurricane garage door cost (national, updated Oct. 14, 2026)
- HomeGuide, sliding glass door prices (Feb. 5, 2026)
- Handoff, install hurricane shutters cost in Tampa (2026)
- City of Clearwater: Get a building permit
- City of Safety Harbor: Permit requirements
- City of St. Petersburg: Building permits
- Florida Statutes s. 553.842 (2026)
- Florida Statutes s. 553.8425 (2026)
- Florida Building Commission: Product Approval search
These ranges come from the published sources listed above (Tampa Bay, Florida or national, as marked). They aren't PHRS prices or quotes. These are published price ranges, not our quotes. Any window or door replacement needs a permit and Florida product approval.
General information, not legal, insurance or engineering advice. Rules change and vary by city; confirm with your building department, DBPR, your insurer, an attorney or an engineer as fits.