Looking for a geothermal installer in Rico, CO? Describe your project once and up to three geothermal installers who work in Rico and Dolores County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Rico is home to about 336 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+15.5% since 2020). With 495 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Homes with yards and long heating seasons are good candidates for geothermal systems here.
Rico at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 336 (+15.5% since 2020)
- Rank in Colorado
- 212th of 271 cities and towns
- Land area
- 0.7 sq mi
- Population density
- 495 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- Town (Rico town)
- Main county
- Dolores County
What to check before hiring in Rico
- Permits: in Colorado, 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 Rico
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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 Rico
How much does geothermal cost in Rico, CO?
It depends on the loop, the drilling and the unit. Describe your home: installers who serve Rico 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 Rico 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.