Do Mice Tend to Be in the Basement?

Like other pests, mice will seek out warm, dark places that have plenty of access to water and food. Water tends to accumulate in the lowest point of the home, which is why so many homeowners first see mice in their basements and crawl spaces. Still, mice will find any space in the home that is accommodating for them, whether that is in the basement or under an appliance in a kitchen. Even when mice first make their way into a basement, it is likely that they will make their way throughout the rest of the home quite quickly.