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CGI Door Installation: The North Palm Beach Owner’s Guide

CGI door installation in North Palm Beach typically runs $2,800-$6,400 for a standard single entry unit, depending on series, impact rating, and whether the rough opening needs correction. We stock CGI hardware, hinges, and frame components for same-day repair calls, and we measure every opening ourselves before ordering - no assumptions, no change orders. Most homeowners realize their CGI door needs attention when the multipoint lock won’t engage smoothly, the panel drags on the threshold, or they feel air movement around the frame during a northeast wind off the Intracoastal.

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Which CGI Models This Applies To

CGI builds three door series we see regularly in North Palm Beach: the Estate Series (aluminum impact-rated entry), the Sentinel Series (commercial-grade storefront), and the Estate Entrances line (decorative impact with custom panel options). The Estate Series uses a 2-inch thick aluminum slab with a thermal break; the Sentinel runs 2.5 inches with a heavier-duty multipoint hardware channel. We match parts by the etched label on the hinge jamb - model prefix, date code, and glass thickness spec. If that label is painted over or corroded, we measure the slab thickness, hinge spacing, and strike pocket depth to cross-reference against CGI’s technical manual.

OEM hinges and multipoint locks from CGI come with the full factory warranty and exact color match on anodized finishes. Aftermarket equivalents from Truth Hardware or Hoppe exist for some components, but we specify them only when the OEM part is discontinued or when the homeowner needs a faster turnaround and accepts the cosmetic difference. The Estate Series hinge pin diameter is 5/8 inch, not the industry-standard 1/2 inch - a mismatch we catch during the measured survey, not during the install.

Signs Your CGI Door Installation Is Failing

• The multipoint lock won’t throw or retract smoothly. Salt air along the Lake Worth Lagoon corrodes the internal actuator rods in CGI’s mortise hardware faster than inland installs. We disassemble the lock case, measure rod travel, and replace the full mechanism rather than lubricating past the failure point.
• You feel drafts at the jamb or threshold even when closed. The silicone bulb seal compresses permanently after five to seven years of Florida heat cycling. We check seal rebound with a feeler gauge; anything under 1/8 inch of recovery means replacement, not adjustment.
• The door drags or sticks seasonally. Aluminum expands roughly 1/8 inch per 10 feet of frame width across a 40-degree temperature swing. In North Palm Beach, that swing happens between January mornings and August afternoons. We shim the frame with composite wedges that don’t crush like wood, maintaining reveal consistency year-round.
• Visible corrosion at the sill or hinge jamb. Coastal homes within a mile of the water see salt crystallization on aluminum that inland homes don’t. We document the pit depth, treat with chromate conversion coating where appropriate, and replace the sub-sill if the drainage weeps are blocked.
• Glass fogs between the panes. CGI’s impact-rated laminated glass units are sealed with a dual-seal system; seal failure means the desiccant is saturated. We measure the exact unit size to 1/16 inch and order a replacement IG from CGI’s Florida facility, not a generic cut.

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Replacement Cost & What’s Included

The range reflects three variables: whether the existing frame is plumb within 1/8 inch over its height, whether the substrate is wood frame or concrete block, and whether the finish requires custom anodizing or powder coat to match existing windows. Our quote includes the measured survey you keep, the written scope with line-item pricing, the installation, and the documented photo record. Every CGI door installation we complete in North Palm Beach carries the 365-Day Done Right Promise under the Haven Standard - if the lock doesn’t throw cleanly or the seal doesn’t rebound, we return and correct it at no charge.

DIY or Call Us?

There are two things a homeowner can safely check on a CGI door: whether the threshold screws are loose (tighten with a Phillips driver, but don’t over-torque the stainless threads), and whether the drainage weeps are clogged with debris or insect nests. Beyond that, the work gets technical fast.

CGI’s multipoint locks contain spring-loaded deadbolts under significant tension; improper disassembly can launch internal components. Impact-rated doors weigh 150-250 pounds depending on size and glass; removing one without proper support risks panel damage and personal injury. And if the rough opening is out of square, shimming a CGI frame incorrectly voids the impact certification - the door may close, but it won’t perform under pressure.

We carry CGI-compatible hardware, seals, and frame components on our service trucks in North Palm Beach. Call (561) 475-1246 and we’ll schedule a measured survey. The written price we leave with you is the price on the invoice - Haven Clause 1, no exceptions.

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