Bottom Line Up Front: Your home's distribution box (electrical panel) is typically located in the basement, garage, utility room, or mounted outside near your electrical meter. Choose based on where you'll install the box. Some boxes also include DIN rails for mounting extra devices and cable entry. Before starting the installation, finding a proper place for putting the distribution box is crucial, because it largely decides the safety and convenience of maintenance. Accessibility is one of the most. These cables may be buried directly in the ground, or may be installed in ducts buried in the ground. The installation location should be dry and ventilated, away from flammable and explosive substances, corrosive substances, and easy to maintain in the future.