New Resident Utility Setup
Shiner Icehouse Apartment Utility Setup in Shiner, TX
Quick Answer
Is electricity included in rent at Shiner Icehouse?
Most apartment communities like Shiner Icehouse in Shiner 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 Shiner Icehouse's leasing office before signing.
Moving into Shiner Icehouse in Shiner, 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.
Shiner Icehouse is in the Oncor Electric Delivery service area. Most Oncor addresses qualify for same-day Ambit Energy enrollment.
Resident Sentiment
What residents say about Shiner Icehouse
Top 5 resident reviews from Google, sorted by rating.
Great little dive bar. Beer and drinks were cheap. Fun atmosphere. Staff was super friendly. I came in wanting to watch my football team and while they do not have an NFL package, they went to lengths looking for the game and when they couldn't find it. They downloaded an…
If you're in Shiner and you want some good beer. Good people, and good atmosphere, this is the place! I love all the staff and the patrons are mellow and there for mellow easy going time!
Awesome bar with lots of friendly locals! Super fun, and cute hang out. They had games too! I found out about about the meat and cheese at the end, but will definitely be going back! 🤙🏽
Karen is great. The bar is small, there's a dart board and pool. It's really low key but everyone is friendly and on Friday at 7 it was fairly busy but not at the expense of service. There is no liquor here. Beer and wine, but the shiner is 2.50 so that's what's up.
Maps says it's open... Sign on the door says it's not. It's not! Wall in the wall that needs paint.
Utility Snapshot
Utility snapshot for Shiner Icehouse
Electric Delivery (TDU)
Oncor — outage line 888-313-4747
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Water & Sewer
Shiner Water Department
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 Shiner's TDU zone, Ambit Energy rates as of 2026-04-18.
Move-In Checklist
Your move-in checklist for Shiner Icehouse
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 Shiner Icehouse.
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 Shiner Icehouse and confirm lights, outlets, and any gas appliances are live before you sign the move-in inspection sheet.
First week
Schedule T-Mobile internet installation for your first week at Shiner Icehouse — installers typically book 3-5 days out.
Plan Comparison
Ambit Energy plans sized for Shiner Icehouse
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 Shiner Icehouse
Based on provider coverage reported for Shiner, TX:
T-Mobile
Viasat
Rise Broadband
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