Do impact windows qualify for Florida’s 2026 program?

The Florida Department of Revenue lists impact-resistant windows among the qualifying product categories. Product, property, purchase, installation, and documentation requirements also apply.

Can impact-resistant doors qualify?

The Department of Revenue lists impact-resistant doors among the qualifying product categories. Homeowners should review the official requirements before relying on the refund.

How much is the refund?

The Florida Department of Revenue states that the total refund may not exceed $500 for one eligible residential property.

Yes. The Department of Revenue requires receipts showing payment of Florida sales tax as supporting documentation for a refund claim.

Should I replace my front door or windows first?

Start with the opening causing the biggest concern at home. A Doors Galour measurement can help you compare priorities and decide whether one upgrade or a phased project is the better fit.

Florida Impact Window & Door Tax Refund: 2026 Guide

A front door that sticks or feels worn out. Windows that are damaged, difficult to operate, or no longer right for the home. These are often the reasons a homeowner starts thinking about an upgrade.

August is a practical time to take a closer look. Family schedules are becoming busier, hurricane-season awareness is higher, and it is easier to plan a project before fall fills the calendar.

At Doors Galour, we install and replace impact doors and windows for homeowners throughout South Florida. With 45+ years of experience, we help homeowners sort through the practical question first: what should be addressed now, and what can wait?

You do not have to decide everything before contacting us. We can measure the openings, discuss what is not working, and help you compare available options.

Florida’s program is a sales tax exemption delivered through a refund of sales tax already paid. It is not an automatic discount at checkout.

According to the Florida Department of Revenue:

Qualifying product categories include impact-resistant doors, impact-resistant garage doors, and impact-resistant windows.
Qualifying retail purchases must be made from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029.
The maximum refund is $500.
Refund claims must be submitted between July 1, 2026, and September 30, 2029.
Receipts showing payment of Florida sales tax are required as supporting documentation.

The program may give eligible homeowners one more reason to begin a project they have already been considering. It does not mean every product, property, or purchase qualifies.

Doors Galour does not administer the program or determine eligibility. For complete requirements, homeowners should review the Florida Department of Revenue’s official guidance and refund form.

The best place to start is usually the opening creating the biggest day-to-day concern.

That may be the front door because it is used constantly. It may be a group of windows because several rooms need attention. Or, it may be both—but planned in stages.

Start with the front door when it is the clear priority

A front-door project may make sense first when:

The door is difficult to open, close, or lock.
The entry is damaged, worn, or no longer fits the household’s needs.
You want to improve the main entrance before planning additional work.
You prefer to begin with one high-priority opening.

Our impact doors are available in a range of configurations. Depending on the product and application, we can discuss glass, hardware, handlesets, hinges, bolts, and finishes during your measurement.

Start with the windows when several openings need attention

A window project may make more sense first when:

Multiple windows have visible wear or operational issues.
Several rooms are affected.
You want to organize the project by area of the home.
Windows are the more immediate concern for your household.

Our impact windows can be reviewed based on each opening, the layout of the home, and the priorities you share with our team.

Consider both when you want one complete plan

Some homeowners want to understand the full project before choosing the first phase.

That does not mean you must complete everything at once. It simply gives you a clearer view of the openings, possible product choices, and the order that makes the most sense for your budget and schedule.

Yes. Many homeowners begin with the opening that needs attention first and plan the remaining work for a later phase.

A phased plan can work well when you want to:

Start with the front entry.
Focus on the most-used rooms first.
Divide a larger project into manageable steps.
Review the whole home now and schedule later work when it fits your calendar.

If the tax refund is part of your planning, do not assume every phase will qualify. Review the current Florida Department of Revenue requirements for each purchase and keep the required documentation.

Do not rely on appearance alone.

Impact-rated products involve specific performance requirements, product documentation, and the right application for the opening.

The Florida Department of Revenue’s program has its own definition of qualifying impact-resistant doors and windows.

Florida’s official Product Approval Search allows homeowners to search approval information by manufacturer, product number, and other criteria.

During a Doors Galour measurement, we can help you compare available impact-rated options for your home.

For additional background, review our guides to hurricane impact window ratings and hurricane door ratings.

You do not have to wait until every door or window needs attention at once.

If you have been thinking about impact doors or windows, August is a good time to schedule a measurement, understand the options, and make a plan around your household’s needs.

Doors Galour serves homeowners across South Florida. Tell us which openings concern you most, whether you are considering one upgrade or a larger project, and what you want to improve.

Schedule a Measurement with our team.

Or get a free quote after we review the project with you.

Do impact windows qualify for Florida’s 2026 program?
The Florida Department of Revenue lists impact-resistant windows among the qualifying product categories. Product, property, purchase, installation, and documentation requirements also apply.
Can impact-resistant doors qualify?
The Department of Revenue lists impact-resistant doors among the qualifying product categories. Homeowners should review the official requirements before relying on the refund.
How much is the refund?
The Florida Department of Revenue states that the total refund may not exceed $500 for one eligible residential property.