My Winter Car Bills Guide | Electricity and Phone Explained
Bills hit early and they hit hard. Owning both the apartment and the old house means double costs if you are not careful. This guide explains how bills work and how to avoid freezing or going broke.
How Bills Work in My Winter Car
You pay bills for every place you own.
That includes the apartment and the old player house.
Bills are not shared.
What Bills You Have to Pay
There are 2 main bills.
Electricity bill
Phone bill
Both apply separately to the apartment and the old house.
If one is unpaid, things stop working.
Electricity Bills Explained
Electricity controls more than lights.
Heaters stop working if unpaid
Lights may turn off
Some appliances stop working
Cold rooms prevent sleeping
Paying the bill does not heat rooms instantly.
Phone Bills Explained
Phone service is separate.
Unpaid phone bills stop calls
Phone may beep but not connect
Jobs cannot be called without service
Always check the phone bill if calls fail.
How to Reduce Electricity Costs
You can lower bills safely.
Turn heaters down instead of max
Use the on off switch on the side of each radiator
Turn off rooms you do not use
Apartments heat faster than the old house
Cold houses take time to warm even after paying.
Can You Turn Heaters Off Safely
Yes.
You can turn heaters off in unused rooms using the side switch. This does not instantly break anything.
Keep at least one living area warm if you plan to sleep.
Why the House Is Still Cold After Paying
This is common.
Heating takes time
Old house warms slowly
Leaving and coming back helps
Radiators must be switched on
Instant warmth does not exist.
Apartment Light Issues
Some players report lighting issues.
Entrance hallway lights may still work
Fuses can be fine
Bills can be paid
This appears to be inconsistent behavior in early access.
Common Bill Mistakes
These cause most problems.
Forgetting phone bills
Paying bills but not waiting for heat
Leaving all heaters maxed
Heating empty rooms
Owning 2 homes without planning
Bills punish sloppy planning.
Final Blurb
In My Winter Car, you pay bills for both the apartment and the old house. Electricity controls heat and lights. Phone bills control calls and jobs. Use radiator switches, lower temperatures, and be patient with heating to survive winter without going bankrupt.
FAQ
Do you pay bills for both houses
Yes. Each property has its own bills.
Why can I not sleep
The house is too cold or electricity is off.
Can I turn heaters off
Yes. Use the switch on the side of each radiator.
Why does my phone not work
Phone bill may be unpaid or the phone unplugged.
Do bills heat rooms instantly
No. Heating takes time.
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