Many homes have a basement in them, and whether space is livable or not, it typically ends up being the area where people store their extra items. However, this is the area in the home that is in most danger of flooding, especially in a storm. So if you have a home with limited storage space, how can you keep your belongings safe? Here are a few tips for storing your things smart so you won’t lose too much from possible Water Damage in Southern Maryland . Never Use the Floor You should never store your items straight on the floor. For example, if you have food storage items like a bulk bag of flour, you should not just lay that on the floor of your basement because flood water could easily destroy the paper bag. Not only this, but weevils or other bugs can easily get in. If you are using your basement to store food, you should always put it in sealed containers. You can use large bins you find at any container store or you can even use garbage bins that have a closing lid if y...