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    May 4, 2017, 12:24 PM
    Ground Rod wires loose
    All the wires connected to the ground rod seem to be loose. Is it safe for me to reconnect them myself?
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    May 4, 2017, 06:40 PM
    Yes. Unless there is a short circuit to ground, there is no electricity on the ground wire. By code, the ground rod and connector have to be flush with the ground.
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