The entrance defines everything.
We are Florida's independent custom iron-door specialists — guiding homeowners, builders, and architects through selecting, engineering, permitting, and installing the right entrance system. Never one factory's catalog. The right door for your home.
No measurements needed yet. Text a photo of your opening and Paul points you in the right direction — usually same day.
We don't sell doors. We remove the risk from one of your home's most important decisions.
Most companies represent a single manufacturer — so they recommend whatever they sell. PDA is independent. We weigh manufacturers, engineering, budget, aesthetics, and Florida code before we recommend anything. Our only goal is the right entrance for your project.
We don't sell steel and glass. We deliver confidence, storm protection, architectural presence, and an entrance worthy of the home behind it.
Our Philosophy
Anatomy of a Florida impact entry.
The door is not just design. In Florida, it is part of the building envelope — engineered for salt air, wind load, and storm code.
Impact glass, Florida Product Approval / NOA guidance, wind-load and jurisdiction-specific review — handled before anything is ordered, with installation coordinated through the proper licensed path. No permit surprises.
- Impact Glass PackageImpact-rated glazing tested to TAS 201–203 per the selected system — the storm-season upgrade most waterfront clients choose.
- Multi-Point Locking UpgradeThree or more engagement points distribute pressure across the frame, not just the latch. Security you can feel in the handle.
- Coastal Hardware PackageMarine-grade stainless or corrosion-resistant powder-coated hardware, specified for salt air and gulf exposure.
- Specialty & Privacy GlassRain, Flemish, frosted, and low-E options that tune light, privacy, and efficiency to the home.
- Custom Finish ProgramOil-rubbed bronze, custom powder-coat colors, and premium textures beyond standard matte black.
- Oversized & Arched EngineeringComplex openings, grand arches, and site-specific engineering — the projects other door companies decline.
Signature upgrades quoted per project — availability depends on selected manufacturer, opening, jurisdiction, and approval path. Tell Paul what matters and the estimate reflects it.
Review My Opening & Options
Explore the styles
Modern, arched, double, single, and steel — each engineered to order for your opening and your code.
Modern Iron Doors
Clean lines, steel and glass, maximum light.
Best for: contemporary & coastal builds
Arched Iron Doors
Timeless arches with architectural presence.
Best for: estate & Mediterranean homes
Double Iron Doors
Grand two-panel entries that command the facade.
Best for: grand entries & wide openings
Single & Sidelites
Singles, sidelites, and transoms for every opening.
Best for: classic entries
Steel + Glass Systems
Minimal profiles with serious structure.
Best for: modern architecture
Fiberglass & Alternative Paths
When a different product path serves the home better, we say so.
Best for: budget-smart impact entries
Waterfront & Luxury Systems
Salt-air, wind-load, and storm-conscious confidence.
Best for: gulf & waterfront homes
Glass, Finishes & Hardware
Privacy glass, finishes, and hardware that elevate the whole home.
Best for: dialing in the detailsBeauty outside. Structure where it counts.
PDA helps homeowners choose an entrance that looks right for the home, fits the opening, supports the code path, and avoids expensive surprises before anything is ordered.
From ordinary opening to architectural statement
BeforeAfter
BeforeAfter
"The entrance should sell the home before anyone steps inside."
Send plans. We handle the rest.
Architects, builders, and designers — send us your opening and we deliver a spec'd, engineered entry with permit support and install coordination through the proper licensed path. One point of contact, zero coordination headaches.
Luxury Homeowners
Guidance that makes the entrance one of the best features of the home.
Text a Photo → 02Builders & GCs
Schedule protection, reduced callbacks, single source for one of the most visible elements of the build.
Send Plans → 03Architects
Design-intent respected — complex openings, custom proportions, and Florida-code compliance without compromise.
Discuss Specs → 04Interior Designers
Hardware, glass, and finish coordination that carries your design language through the entry.
Discuss Specs → 05Developers
Repeatable entrance solutions — a dependable extension of your team across multiple projects.
Request Project Review → 06Real Estate Pros
Unforgettable first impressions that help luxury listings feel more valuable before the buyer steps inside.
Refer a Listing →Structural & Engineering
Service & Support
What does a premium iron entry usually cost?
Most custom PDA entry systems are not $2,000 big-box doors. They are custom-sourced, code-reviewed, measured, ordered, delivered, and installed as premium entrance systems.
$8k–$15k+Typical installed range — depending on size, glass, approval path, manufacturer, finish, shipping, permit/engineering needs, and installation complexity.
Final pricing depends on product selection, opening, jurisdiction, shipping, and scope. Start with a photo and PDA will point you toward the cleanest option before measurements are needed.
Text a Photo for DirectionTrusted across Florida.
"Paul walked us through every step and the result was beautiful. Incredibly responsive throughout."
Melissa McAfeeAug 2024"Easy from start to finish. It completely transformed the front of our home."
Cynthia SpidellJan 2025"Professional, on time, and the craftsmanship is top quality. Worth every penny."
Rob D.ClearwaterFrequently asked.
Do I need measurements to start?
No. Text a photo of your opening to 813-460-8708 and Paul points you in the right direction — usually same day. Exact measurements come later, before anything is ordered.
Why should I text a photo first?
A photo shows the opening, the architecture, and the likely code path at once. It's the fastest way to get real direction without a sales visit.
Are your doors impact rated?
Impact-rated options are available. PDA reviews the likely Florida Product Approval or NOA path for your opening and jurisdiction before anything is ordered.
Do you handle permits?
PDA provides permit support and code-aware documentation review, and coordinates installation through the proper licensed path. Final requirements depend on jurisdiction, product selection, and project scope.
What is a Florida Product Approval or NOA?
Florida's systems for verifying a product meets state and Miami-Dade code requirements. The right path depends on your jurisdiction and the selected system — PDA reviews it before ordering so there are no permit surprises.
Can you work with my builder or architect?
Yes — that's a core part of the business. PDA supports product path, specs, approval review, supplier coordination, and install planning for project teams.
Do you only sell one manufacturer?
No — that's the point. PDA is independent. We weigh manufacturers, engineering, budget, aesthetics, and Florida code before recommending anything. Never one factory's catalog.
How long does a custom iron door take?
True custom typically runs 12–16 weeks in production, explained clearly up front. Timelines depend on manufacturer, design, and approval path.
What areas do you serve?
Largo HQ serving Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa, all of Pinellas and the Gulf beaches, plus Sarasota, Bradenton, and Naples — roughly 100 miles of the Largo workshop, with all of Florida served by consultation.
What affects the price?
Size, glass, approval path, manufacturer, finish, shipping, permit and engineering needs, and installation complexity. Most PDA iron entry projects typically run in the $8k–$15k+ installed range.
Can you help with arched or oversized openings?
Yes. Arched, oversized, and complex openings are exactly where independent sourcing and jurisdiction-specific review earn their keep. Start with a photo.
See the iron before you commit.
Private consultations at our Largo studio — stand in front of the doors, feel the weight, compare glass, finishes, and hardware in person. By appointment.
Studio visits by appointment — text Paul to set a time.
Book a Studio Visit
Start with one photo.
Text a photo of your opening to Paul directly. No measurements needed yet. PDA reviews the home, the opening, the likely code path, and the best product direction before recommending next steps.