why do spiders like basements so much?

Question

I live in a basement suite. Why are spiders so common in basements – even high traffic ones (such as mine)?

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Answer 1

Because other bugs, which they eat, like it.

Its dark, cool, and usually a little more humid and earthy and bugs can get in easily. Just like theyike the cool dark places under old wood and such. Makes it a buffet for spiders.