The original placement of the dehumidifier was to be in the garage - as indicated by the salesman. When the renovation was underway, we found out that it was going to have to be placed inside. It was suggested that we put it in our bedroom - not an option for me. Fortunately we had a well placed small unused closet under the stairs that fit the machine perfectly. However, this is something that should be better discussed at the time of the sale. Due to the loud sound of the machine, I would still have preferred it to be in the garage.