New Resident Utility Setup
The Laredo Apartment Utility Setup in Decatur, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Laredo?
Most apartment communities like The Laredo in Decatur bill electricity directly to the resident rather than including it in rent, often through a sub-meter or a RUBS (Ratio Utility Billing System) allocation. Confirm the exact billing method directly with The Laredo's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Laredo in Decatur, Texas? Below is your verified utility setup guide — every provider, phone number, and signup link for electric, gas, water, internet, and renters insurance at this building.
The Laredo is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about The Laredo
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
My fiancé and I lived here for a year and never really had any issues. We chose A4 of the third floor, plenty of room for the two of us and a baby. The office ladies are kind, they put together fun little events and raffles to bring the community together. Maintenance does a g…
My husband and I moved into an apartment last month at the Laredo 🫶🏼 We really like our place for now until our house is build on our property. We have enough space, everything is very nice and new. We have 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with everything in it, a laundry room with was…
This is my first time to actually live on my own as an adult without my children. It has been a very hard journey for me after going through a separation after being married for 28years. Amy and Gabriella made this transition very easy on me. I can’t say enough about these lad…
Ashley is amazing & professional. She has made my move in process super easy & was very patient with all the questions I had. I made a great decision on moving here to The Laredo! Thank you Ashley for everything!
You are treated like family, and Amy is the best apartment complex manager you could ever have. Protect this woman at all costs❤️ She’s done so much for me in my 2 years living here.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Laredo
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
City of Decatur
Est. First-Month Electric Cost
$85–$176/mo on the Texas Solar Buyback 24 plan, based on typical apartment usage of 500–1,000 kWh.
Deposit
No deposit required for qualified customers who enroll with Ambit Energy.
Delivery and rate data specific to Decatur's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Laredo
7 days before move-in
Start Ambit Energy electric service in Oncor's territory now, so power is already on when you carry the first box into The Laredo.
3 days before move-in
Call Atmos Energy to start gas service — most Texas gas utilities need 1-3 business days to schedule a technician.
Move-in day
Walk your new unit at The Laredo and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule Spectrum internet installation for your first week at The Laredo — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Laredo
Compared at apartment-scale usage (500–1,000 kWh/month) for the Oncor delivery zone.
| Plan | Term | 500 kWh Rate | 1,000 kWh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Relief 12 | 12 mo | 23.0¢/kWh | 16.5¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 24 | 24 mo | 17.0¢/kWh | 17.6¢/kWh |
| Texas Solar Buyback 12 | 12 mo | 17.0¢/kWh | 17.6¢/kWh |
Rates include TDU delivery charges and the E-Plan discount where offered. See the Electricity Facts Label for complete pricing details.
Neighborhood Connectivity
Internet providers near The Laredo
Based on provider coverage reported for Decatur, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Nextlink
Moving into The Laredo? Let's get your power on.
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