Looking for a geothermal installer in Opelika, AL? Describe your project once and up to three geothermal installers who work in Opelika and Lee County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Opelika is home to about 35,005 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+12.9% since 2020). With 569 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Homes with yards and long heating seasons are good candidates for geothermal systems here.
Opelika at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 35,005 (+12.9% since 2020)
- Rank in Alabama
- 15th of 463 cities and towns
- Land area
- 61 sq mi
- Population density
- 569 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Opelika city)
- Main county
- Lee County
What to check before hiring in Opelika
- Permits: in Alabama, vertical loops may need a well or drilling permit in addition to the mechanical permit.
- Design: ask for a load calculation and loop design.
- Incentives: check current utility and state programs.
- Price drivers: loop type and length, drilling conditions and the unit.
Useful official resources
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U.S. Department of Energy: geothermal heat pumps
Official information and guidance.
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ENERGY STAR
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Opelika
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Geothermal heat pump system
Design and installation of a ground-source heat pump with vertical or horizontal loops.
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Geothermal repair or replacement
Repair or replacement of the heat pump unit on an existing loop.
Frequently asked questions in Opelika
How much does geothermal cost in Opelika, AL?
It depends on the loop, the drilling and the unit. Describe your home: installers who serve Opelika reply with a quote.
How long does installation take?
Often one to two weeks, including loops.
Will my yard be torn up?
Temporarily; ask about restoration.
Which geothermal installers will contact me?
Up to three independent geothermal installers who serve Opelika and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.