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Why Orlando Homeowners Choose CGI Construction
CGI in Orlando construction service is provided independently by Mason Remodeling Co across the metro area, specializing in impact window installation, window replacement, and roof systems built for Florida’s storm season. We’re not factory-authorized, and that’s the point: we recommend what actually holds up in Orlando’s humid, hurricane-prone climate, not what a manufacturer’s sales sheet tells us to say. If your CGI windows are fogged, leaking, or failing to lock, call (850) 920-7745 and we’ll give you a straight answer on repair versus replacement.
CGI has built a strong name in Florida for impact-rated windows and doors. Orlando homeowners choose their Sentinel Series, Estate Collection, Targa Series, and Commercial Series because these products carry Miami-Dade and Florida Building Code impact approvals. But even the best window system ages, and Orlando’s specific conditions – intense UV, daily summer thunderstorms, high humidity, and hurricane-force wind events – push every seal, gasket, and operator to its limit. We’ve worked on CGI units across College Park, Dr. Phillips, Winter Park, and the new subdivisions west of the city near the old citrus groves, and we know exactly where these systems fail first.
As an independent CGI service provider, we carry no factory mandate. We source OEM components when fit and warranty continuity matter most, and we’ll tell you plainly when a quality aftermarket impact-rated option makes better financial sense. Isaac Pruett, our owner, learned the trade at Los Angeles Trade-Technical College and has spent decades putting that education to work on real projects for real families. He still measures twice before he cuts once, and he’ll tell you that’s less a habit than a personality flaw he’s learned to live with.
Why Trust Mason Remodeling Co Orlando for Your CGI Construction?
We’ve rebuilt, reglazed, and replaced CGI window systems on hundreds of Orlando homes, from mid-century concrete block houses near downtown to post-1980s stucco-over-frame suburban builds. That hands-on volume means our crew recognizes a failing CGI gasket, a stress-cracked glazing bead, or a seized casement operator before most people finish describing the symptom over the phone. You won’t get a parts-swapper guessing at your window. You’ll get someone who knows the difference between a weeping Targa sill doing its job and one that’s clogged with Orlando’s sandy construction dust and starting to back up water.
The Threshold Standard applies to every visit. Before a technician arrives, you receive their name and photo. At the door, they show a photo ID badge and wear a clean, marked uniform. No exceptions. Every General Contractor job gets a written price before any work starts – not an estimate, not a ballpark, a written price. If the work isn’t right within 365 days of completion, we make it right at no cost to you. That’s the Done Right Promise, and it covers our impact window installations, window replacements, and roofing work.
We’re also honest about parts. Some companies bury aftermarket components in the fine print. We tell you up front whether we’re using OEM CGI glazing beads, gaskets, and operator assemblies, or whether a certified impact-rated supplier’s laminated glass is the smarter buy given lead times and cost. That transparency matters when you’re spending $8,000 to $25,000 on a full impact window package.
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Common CGI Construction Problems We Fix in Orlando
The specific failure modes below are what we see most on Orlando homes. These aren’t generic window complaints; they’re the real-world failures CGI products exhibit in this climate.
- Fogged or failed insulating glass units (IGUs) on Sentinel Series windows. West-facing exposures in Orlando take brutal afternoon sun year-round. After 15 to 20 years of UV and thermal cycling, the perimeter seal on the IGU breaks down, allowing moisture between the panes. You’ll see condensation that won’t wipe away, or a permanent haze. This almost never requires full frame replacement – we can deglaze, install new impact-rated laminated glass, and reglaze without pulling the frame.
- Weathered or cracked gaskets on older CGI Targa and Estate Collection sashes. Florida’s heat and humidity turn rubber gaskets brittle over time. Once they crack, air and water infiltrate around fixed and casement sashes. You’ll feel a draft, see water staining along the interior sill after afternoon storms, or hear wind whistle through a closed window. Replacing the gasket material is a straightforward fix, but catching it early is critical because rotted interior trim follows fast.
- Corrosion and pitting on aluminum frames in coastal-influenced areas. Orlando isn’t beachfront, but homes in Dr. Phillips, Bay Hill, and other lakefront or elevated communities get enough salt-laden air and humidity to accelerate aluminum oxidation. Pitting in the structural glazing channel can compromise the seal and allow water penetration. We’ll assess whether spot treatment and resealing handles it, or whether the frame integrity warrants replacement.
- Stripped or seized hardware on casement and awning operators. CGI casement and awning windows rely on multi-point locking hardware to maintain impact resistance. When crank operators strip or lock mechanisms seize from corrosion, the window won’t close tight. That’s a security issue and an impact-rating issue. We stock common operator assemblies and can usually rebuild the hardware without replacing the window.
- Leaking jalousie windows adjacent to newer CGI replacements. Older Orlando homes often split the difference: original single-pane jalousie windows in some rooms, newer CGI impact units in others. The jalousies leak during afternoon thunderstorms, and homeowners assume the new CGI windows are the problem. They’re not. But this is exactly the kind of mixed-condition house we handle regularly, and we’ll tell you which windows actually need work and which can wait.
CGI Parts & Our Repair-vs-Replace Approach
OEM CGI components give you the tightest fit and maintain continuity on the window system’s own warranty coverage. Replacement gaskets, glazing beads, and operator assemblies from CGI are designed to mate with the original frame extrusions, and when we’re working on a window that’s still under warranty, OEM is the default choice. For glass replacement, we use certified impact-rated laminated glass from quality suppliers when OEM availability or lead time becomes a problem. It’s an honest cost-versus-durability conversation, not a silent substitution. We give you the numbers for both paths and let you decide.
The repair-versus-replace call depends on what we find when we pull the window apart. A fogged IGU on a structurally sound Sentinel frame usually gets new glass, not a new window. A frame with deep corrosion in the glazing channel, or one that’s racked from years of settlement on Orlando’s sandy former-citrus-grove soils, often makes CGI repair in Clermont or replacement the better long-term investment. If we recommend replacement, we’ll show you why. If repair is the smarter money, we’ll say that too. Call (850) 920-7745 and we’ll walk you through what we’d do on your specific windows.
Our CGI Service Process – Step by Step
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Diagnosis. We inspect every window in the system, not just the one that’s fogged or leaking. We check gasket condition, operator function, weep system drainage, frame alignment, and existing sealant. You’ll get a written price before any work begins.
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Repair or installation. For reglazing, we deglaze the sash, remove the failed IGU, inspect the glazing channel for corrosion or debris, install new impact-rated laminated glass with fresh OEM glazing beads, and reset the sash. For full replacement, we pull the old frame carefully to avoid damaging stucco or interior trim, then install and flash the new CGI unit to code.
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Water and operation testing. Every window gets a full cycle test: open, close, lock, unlock. We run water across the exterior and check the interior for leaks. We clear and verify weep holes so water that enters the track drains the way it was designed to.
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Warranty walkthrough. Before we leave, we explain exactly what’s covered under our 365-Day Done Right Promise and what the product warranty covers. If anything fails within a year, we return and make it right at no charge. Simple as that.
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We work on the full CGI residential and commercial window portfolio: Sentinel Series impact windows, Estate Collection impact windows, Targa Series impact windows, and Commercial Series impact windows. That covers fixed and project-out windows, single-hung and horizontal roller styles, casements and awnings, and the door systems CGI builds for impact-rated applications. We stock common gaskets, glazing beads, and operator assemblies locally so turnaround on standard repairs doesn’t stall waiting on factory freight. We replaced a set of 20-year-old CGI Construction in Orlovista, FL Sentinel Series windows on a Dr. Phillips home after a summer storm revealed multiple cracked IGUs and brittle gaskets. Our crew pulled the old frames, cleaned the sill pans, installed new OEM glazing beads and fresh laminated impact glass, then triple-checked the weep system before buttoning up the interior trim. The homeowner now has a watertight, code-compliant envelope without paying for full frame replacement.
We Also Service These Brands
CGI isn’t the only name on Orlando homes. We regularly install and service KraftMaid cabinetry, Cambria and Silestone countertops, and Kohler fixtures across kitchen and bath remodels. That multi-brand experience means we’re not trying to force one product line into every project – we recommend what fits your house, your budget, and the way you actually live.
FAQs – CGI Construction Service in Orlando
If the frame is structurally sound – no deep corrosion, no warping, no settlement-related racking – fogged glass or a failed seal usually calls for glass replacement only. We remove the failed IGU and install new impact-rated laminated glass with fresh OEM glazing beads. If we find frame damage or corrosion in the glazing channel that compromises the unit’s impact rating, we’ll recommend full replacement and show you the evidence. Call (850) 920-7745 for a written diagnosis.
Yes. CGI produces frames in bronze and white finishes, and we can order replacements in the matching color. There will sometimes be a subtle difference between a 20-year-old sun-faded frame and a brand-new one, but the color code is identical. We’ll confirm the finish code on your original windows before ordering so you don’t end up with a mismatched patch job.
Common gaskets, glazing beads, and operator assemblies are often in stock locally or arrive within a few days. Custom glass sizes or specialized hardware can take one to three weeks depending on factory production schedules. We’ll give you a realistic lead time when we provide your written quote, and we’ll keep you updated if anything changes. Call (850) 920-7745 and we’ll check current availability for your specific CGI model.
Yes. Orlando sits in a high-velocity hurricane zone under the Florida Building Code, which means impact-rated windows must meet Miami-Dade or FBC testing standards for wind load and projectile impact. CGI’s Sentinel, Estate, Targa, and Commercial Series are approved for these applications, but proper installation is what actually passes inspection. We pull permits when required, install to the manufacturer’s approved methods, and verify the work passes local building inspections.
We see CGI impact windows last 20 to 30 years in Orlando before gaskets harden, IGUs begin failing, or hardware wears out. Proper installation and maintenance extend that lifespan; poor drainage and unserviced weep holes shorten it. If your windows are 15 to 20 years old and showing fogging or draft issues, it’s worth having us inspect them before minor problems become expensive ones.
Impact window installation on an Orlando home typically runs $8,000 to $25,000 depending on the number of openings and whether you’re using CGI Sentinel Series, Estate Collection, or Commercial Series units. Full window replacement runs $4,500 to $15,000. Roof replacement and installation runs $8,000 to $20,000; metal roof installation runs $15,000 to $40,000; and roof repair runs $400 to $1,800. Here’s the breakdown:
| Service | Orlando Price Range |
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| Impact Window Installation | $8,000 – $25,000 |
| Window Replacement | $4,500 – $15,000 |
| Roof Replacement & Installation | $8,000 – $20,000 |
| Metal Roof Installation | $15,000 – $40,000 |
| Roof Repair | $400 – $1,800 |
Call (850) 920-7745 for a free estimate and a written price before any work starts.
Book Your CGI Service in Orlando, FL
Tell me what the problem is. We’ll figure out the rest from there.
If your CGI windows are fogged, leaking, corroded, or hard to lock, call Mason Remodeling Co Orlando at (850) 920-7745. We’ll send a technician whose name and photo you’ll have before they arrive, with a photo ID badge at the door. You’ll get a written price before any work begins, and every job is covered by our 365-Day Done Right Promise. Free estimates. No pressure. Just straight answers.
Written by Isaac Pruett, Owner at Mason Remodeling Co Orlando, serving Orlando since 2004.
