Obviously, everyone here has what works for them. Me? I like simple. And, yes, the original plan was to set it just outside, on concrete, and build a cover. But, I found exactly what I wanted, by chance, at a local Tractor Supply. I talked to the store manager and got 10% off. Get to register, and, they say, oh, it's on clearance, so we can take a thousand off the discounted price. So, at a 40% discount, I strapped her down in the back of my truck and headed home. Of course, I didn't have the outside concrete poured, so I sat it just inside the shop front doors. Perfect fit. The Emax website said they are quiet, and for once, no bs. Can carry on a normal conversation standing right next to it. FYI, it's a 7.5hp, 80 gallon, single phase 220v, 100% American built using American parts. I bought concrete bolts and pads, but, after a year, and it's never moved or vibrated around, it just sits there with the bolts and pads unceremoniously doing nothing, but looking pretty on the shelf behind the compressor. Good luck, you will find what works for you.