New Resident Utility Setup
The Springs Apartment Utility Setup in Dripping Springs, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at The Springs?
Most apartment communities like The Springs in Dripping Springs 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 Springs's leasing office before signing.
Moving into The Springs in Dripping Springs, 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 Springs 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 Springs
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
The people who work here are so incredibly fun and sweet, and the neighbors are pretty kind too. The apartments are usually in fair condition when you first move in, so long as you clean them before the first use. Rent is also not too bad, but if you come here with the intenti…
I came in to tour this lovely little community and I was greeted by Carmen. She was so kind and quick to answer all my questions to the best of her ability. The tour was very in depth and she made sure I knew all about the history of the complex and how everything runs. I love…
Carmen is truly amazing. She worked so hard and got us in so quickly. We absolutely love our apartment. It's very pretty, and the neighbors are nice. If it wasn't for Carmen I would have lost all hope. Carmen if you see this Will and I think you are amazing and we couldn't hav…
The country atmosphere, the quiet, only 4 apts to a building, close enough to important stuff. The apts themselves are spacious and bright and well laid out. I love being here
This place has gone down hill fast in the year and a half that I’ve been here. No maintenance.no trash pick up most of the time because keep dumping their furniture in the dumpster. The place has ALOT OF OPENINGS,I wouldn’t recommend these apartments to any one. Very out dated.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for The Springs
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Texas Gas Service
Water & Sewer
City of Dripping Springs
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 Dripping Springs's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for The Springs
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 Springs.
3 days before move-in
Call Texas Gas Service 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 Springs 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 Springs — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for The Springs
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 Springs
Based on provider coverage reported for Dripping Springs, TX:
Spectrum
T-Mobile
Astound
Moving into The Springs? Let's get your power on.
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