Lockport is one of the most historically significant cities in Western New York, and its housing stock tells the story of nearly two centuries of residential development along the Erie Canal. Between the City of Lockport and the surrounding Town of Lockport, more than 40,000 residents make this one of the largest communities we serve. Modern Flooring & Renovations WNY provides Lockport homeowners with expert flooring installation across hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, tile, carpet, and epoxy, plus full kitchen, bathroom, and basement renovation services. Our showroom at 2120 Niagara Falls Blvd in Tonawanda is about 20 minutes south via Transit Road.
Lockport’s housing ranges from stately 19th-century stone and brick homes near the historic Flight of Five Locks to post-war ranches and colonials in the town’s residential neighborhoods, to newer development in areas like South Lockport and along the Route 93 corridor. The City of Lockport has median home values around $132,000, while the Town of Lockport reaches approximately $227,000 and beyond in the newer subdivisions. This range means renovation projects here serve every budget, and the potential return on investment is strong across the board.
Why Lockport Homeowners Trust Modern Flooring & Renovations
Lockport is experiencing a genuine revitalization, particularly in and around the canal corridor. The Flight of Five Locks, the Erie Canal Discovery Center, and the growing canalside dining and entertainment scene have brought fresh attention and investment to the area. Homeowners in both the city and town are responding by updating interiors to reflect the renewed energy of the community, and flooring is often where those improvements begin.
Modern Flooring & Renovations is an installation-only company. Owner Sergiy Lupekha focuses entirely on expert craftsmanship and proper subfloor preparation rather than selling materials at a markup. For Lockport homeowners working with a range of budgets, this model ensures that your renovation dollars go directly into quality installation. Our 4.9-star Google rating across 48+ reviews and BBB listing provide the accountability that matters when choosing a contractor for your home.
Flooring & Renovation Services for Lockport Homes
Residential Flooring Installation
Lockport’s housing stock presents some of the most varied construction we encounter in our service area. Pre-war homes in the city may have original hardwood, tongue-and-groove subfloors, or stone and brick foundations that require specialized preparation. Mid-century homes in the town feature more conventional plywood and concrete slab construction. Newer homes in South Lockport and the Route 93 corridor are typically built to current standards with stable subfloors. We install hardwood, engineered hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, laminate, tile, and carpet throughout Lockport, adapting our approach to each home’s specific construction and conditions.
Epoxy Flooring
Lockport homeowners use our three-layer epoxy system to transform garages, basements, workshops, and utility areas. The process includes diamond grinding for surface preparation, a moisture-mitigating primer, a decorative broadcast flake layer, and a UV-stable polyaspartic topcoat. This system creates a seamless, chemical-resistant surface that handles road salt, oil, hot tires, and heavy traffic. For properties in the town with larger garages and outbuildings, epoxy flooring delivers a clean, professional surface that requires virtually no maintenance.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen renovations in Lockport cover the full spectrum, from updating compact galley kitchens in city row houses to modernizing spacious layouts in the town’s colonial and ranch-style homes. We handle flooring, tile backsplashes, countertop coordination, and layout modifications. For homeowners in the city’s historic neighborhoods near Main Street and the canal, kitchen updates can dramatically improve daily livability while preserving the architectural character of the home.
Bathroom Remodeling
Lockport’s older city homes often have bathrooms that have seen decades of use with minimal updating. Our bathroom renovation service addresses everything from subfloor repair and waterproofing to new tile installation, walk-in showers, vanity replacements, and flooring. Proper waterproofing with membrane systems is essential in Lockport’s older construction, and we do not cut corners on this critical step. In the town’s newer homes, bathroom projects tend to focus on upgrading finishes and converting tub-shower combos to modern walk-in configurations.
Basement Remodeling
Basements in Lockport homes vary significantly in condition and potential. Older city properties may have stone or block foundations with active moisture challenges that need to be addressed before any finishing work begins. Newer town properties often have dry, poured-concrete basements that are ready for finishing with minimal preparation. We assess each Lockport basement individually, recommend appropriate moisture management, and deliver finished spaces with proper flooring, framing, and trim work.
Commercial Flooring
Lockport’s commercial areas along Transit Road, Main Street, and South Transit Road include a wide range of businesses from restaurants and retail shops to professional offices and industrial spaces. We install commercial-grade LVP, tile, epoxy, and polished concrete for Lockport businesses. For the restaurants and shops in the growing canalside commercial district, we provide durable flooring solutions that handle heavy foot traffic while maintaining an attractive appearance.
Understanding Lockport's Homes and Renovation Potential
Lockport was born from the Erie Canal. The famous Flight of Five Locks, completed in 1825, was the engineering marvel that enabled canal boats to ascend the Niagara Escarpment, and the city that grew around these locks developed a distinctive character that persists today. The residential neighborhoods nearest the canal include some of the finest 19th-century architecture in Western New York, with stone and brick construction, wide porches, and the kind of craftsmanship that modern builders rarely replicate.
In the City of Lockport, the median construction year is approximately 1938, and more than half of all homes were built before the 1940s. German, Italian, Irish, English, and Jamaican heritage communities have shaped the city’s neighborhoods over multiple generations. The median household income of about $59,000 in the city and $85,000 in the town creates a housing market where renovation delivers an outsized return, updating a $130,000 home with $20,000 to $40,000 in flooring and renovation work can substantially increase both market value and livability.
The Town of Lockport continues to grow, with newer subdivisions along Transit Road and the Route 93 corridor attracting families seeking the Lockport City School District, Starpoint, and Niagara-Wheatfield school options combined with more affordable home prices than the Erie County suburbs to the south. These newer neighborhoods tend to need less structural preparation for renovation, allowing us to focus installation effort on material quality and design execution. The Wide Waters Marina, canalside trails, and the recently expanded recreational offerings along the Erie Canal give both city and town residents a strong reason to invest in Lockport long-term.
Serving the City and Town of Lockport
Our showroom at 2120 Niagara Falls Blvd in Tonawanda is approximately 20 minutes from Lockport via Transit Road. We serve both the City of Lockport and the surrounding Town of Lockport, including South Lockport, Shawnee, Rapids, and the Transit Road corridor. We also cover adjacent communities including Wheatfield, Newfane, Royalton, and Cambria. Call (716) 327-4672 to schedule your free estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flooring & Renovations in Lockport
For Lockport's pre-war homes, engineered hardwood and luxury vinyl plank are both excellent choices. Engineered hardwood provides the warmth and authenticity that complements older architecture, while LVP offers superior moisture resistance for kitchens, bathrooms, and ground-level rooms where older foundations may introduce moisture. We assess your specific subfloor conditions during the free estimate to recommend the best material for your home.
Yes. We serve the full Lockport area including the city, the town, and the surrounding hamlets of South Lockport, Shawnee, and Rapids. Whether you live near the canal in the city center or in a newer subdivision along the Route 93 corridor, we provide the same expert installation service.
Our three-layer epoxy system is specifically designed to handle Western New York conditions. The UV-stable polyaspartic topcoat resists road salt, de-icing chemicals, and the temperature fluctuations from garage door openings in winter. The sealed surface prevents salt and moisture from penetrating the concrete, which helps prevent the spalling and damage that untreated concrete suffers over time.
Yes. We provide free in-home estimates for all flooring and renovation projects in Lockport. Our estimator will measure your space, assess subfloor conditions, discuss materials and design, and deliver a written quote. Call (716) 327-4672 or visit our showroom at 2120 Niagara Falls Blvd in Tonawanda.
Yes. We install carpet throughout Lockport homes, including in bedrooms, living areas, and finished basements. We offer professional installation with proper pad selection, seam placement, and stretching to ensure a smooth, long-lasting result. Carpet is an especially practical choice for bedrooms and upper floors where comfort and noise reduction are priorities.
In addition to flooring installation, we provide full kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, and basement remodeling services for Lockport homeowners. Each renovation includes coordination of flooring, tile, countertops, and finish work as needed. Call (716) 327-4672 to discuss the scope of your Lockport project.
Ready to upgrade your Lockport home or business? Visit our showroom at 2120 Niagara Falls Blvd in Tonawanda, or call (716) 327-4672 to schedule your free in-home estimate. Modern Flooring & Renovations WNY delivers the installation expertise that Lockport homes, from historic to brand-new, deserve.