Gulfside Windows, Doors & More, LLC has officially commenced bankruptcy proceedings as the industry faces rising material expenses. Court records hint at a financial strain with the Tampa, Florida-based company’s liabilities exceeding its assets.
Note: A Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing is a legal process that allows a business to reorganize its debts, restructure obligations, and continue operating while working toward financial stability. Under Chapter 11, a debtor typically proposes a plan to repay creditors over time, subject to court approval. A Chapter 11 filing does not necessarily mean a business is closing or going out of business. For additional information, readers are encouraged to contact the business directly.
Overview of the Filing
Gulfside Windows, Doors & More, LLC submitted its Chapter 11 petition on August 19, 2026. The company is classified as a small business debtor in the court records.
The filing comes amid continued cost pressures in the broader window and door industry. A January 2026 report from USGlass Magazine noted higher prices for metal windows, doors, and frames compared with the previous year. In addition, tariffs and import costs continued to put pressure on construction-related materials.
Company CEO Aaron Shoham signed the petition prior to filing. Attorney Shawn M. Yesner of Yesner Law, PL is representing the company in the bankruptcy case.
Case Related Details
PACER records show that the company listed its assets and liabilities in the filing. According to it, while the company’s liabilities were approximately $1.5 million, its assets were estimated at $322,898.
Gulfside Windows, Doors & More, LLC also submitted a list of creditors with the largest unsecured claims. These included 968 Veterans Realty LLC, American Express, Chase Cardmember Services, Lansing Building Products, the U.S. Small Business Administration, and others.
The records indicate that funds will be available for distribution to the unsecured creditors.
A summary of the Chapter 11 petition is shared here:
- Filing Date: August 19, 2026
- Court and Jurisdiction: U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida
- Type of Filing: Active, Voluntary Petition
- Chapter: 11
- Case Number: 8:26-bk-07376-LER
- Estimated Assets: Between $100,001 and $500,000
- Estimated Liabilities: Between $1,000,001 and $10 million
- Estimated Creditors: 1-49
About the Company
Gulfside Windows, Doors & More, LLC operates as a residential window and door company with specialization in impact-rated and energy-efficient products. The company offers a wide range of impact, casement, double-hung, and single-hung windows. It also provides entry, French, sliding glass, and impact patio doors.
The company website shows that it serves homeowners across Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties. Offerings include product sales, installation, custom sizing services.
Founded in 2015, it has completed more than 4,800 projects. Its products cater to Florida’s hurricane and building-code requirements, with the company stating that it carries Florida Product Approved and Miami-Dade NOA-approved products. Brands such as PGT, Simonton, CWS, Therma-Tru, and Eastern Architectural Systems are listed on the website.
Other Window and Door Companies Have Filed for Chapter 11
Several window and door installation firms have sought Chapter 11 protection in recent months.
Pompano Beach, Florida-based BNT Services, Inc. entered bankruptcy proceedings on July 27, 2026. The petition showed that the window and door installing contractor faced a gap between its estimated assets and liabilities. The company has been offering hurricane-rated impact products for over 16 years.
Armored Impact Windows & Doors, Inc. submitted its Chapter 11 petition on March 3, 2026. Case records showed that the hurricane window and door manufacturer and installer’s liabilities outweighed its assets. The Boca Raton, Florida-based company offers its services across Palm Beach, Broward, Martin, and St. Lucie counties.
A manufacturer of doors and windows from Hanover, Maryland moved towards bankruptcy on March 23, 2026. Case filings showed that Fabrication Designs, Inc. had listed over $1 million in liabilities. The company offers a large variety of bullet-resistant and forced-entry products.
On December 6, 2025, a luxury building solutions company based in Los Angeles filed for Chapter 11 proceedings. Filing records showed that Sky-Frame, Inc. had decided to move ahead using Subchapter V. The company’s offerings include flush indoor-outdoor transitions, inclined glass panels, pivot doors, and frameless sliding systems.
As Gulfside Windows, Doors & More, LLC joins this list, upcoming proceedings are expected to shape its future financial footing.
