{"product_id":"outdoor-grounding-rod-kit-40ft","title":"Outdoor Grounding Rod Kit – 40 ft Cord","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo grounded outlet? Go straight to the source.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis outdoor grounding rod kit connects your grounding mat or sheet directly to the earth, with no wall outlet involved. A simple option for older homes with two-prong outlets, rentals, cabins, or anyone who prefers not to plug into the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy you'll like it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo outlet needed\u003c\/strong\u003e – a direct connection to the ground outside your home.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 ft of reach\u003c\/strong\u003e – enough cord to run from the yard, through a window or door, to your bed, couch or desk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlug-and-snap setup\u003c\/strong\u003e – no tools, no wiring, ready in minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight and portable\u003c\/strong\u003e – pull it up and take it with you when you travel or move.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade for snap-port grounding products\u003c\/strong\u003e – connects to grounding mats, sheets and throws with a snap-button port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × grounding rod with attached 40 ft cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × connector cord (plug on one end, snap on the other)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSet up in 3 steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePush the rod into moist soil outside, close to a window or door. If the ground is dry, water the spot first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRun the 40 ft cord indoors through a window or door gap. Keep it out of walkways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug the connector cord into the end of the rod cord, then snap it onto your grounding mat or sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNever connect any part of this kit to an electrical outlet or power source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDisconnect the cord during thunderstorms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDo not place the rod near buried utility, gas, irrigation or septic lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFor grounding mats and sheets only. Not for grounding electrical systems or appliances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot a toy. Keep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStore in a dry place away from heat and direct sunlight when not in use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need this if my outlet is grounded?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNot necessarily. If your outlet passes a ground test, a standard outlet cord works. This kit is for when you can't, or would rather not, use the outlet. Not sure? \u003ca href=\"\/products\/outlet-ground-tester\"\u003eTest your outlet first\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work in an apartment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nOnly if you can reach soil within the 40 ft cord length, for example from a ground-floor unit, patio or garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I leave the rod in the ground?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. Just disconnect the cord indoors during thunderstorms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Ground Port","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67933453779107,"sku":"TGP-ROD-40FT","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/5822\/6851\/files\/S1e97a77defd541888613d938e11a8f6bS.webp?v=1794454128","url":"https:\/\/www.thegroundport.com\/products\/outdoor-grounding-rod-kit-40ft","provider":"The Ground Port","version":"1.0","type":"link"}