For older homes (generally those built before 1960) or for homes without a functional grounding system, the Ground Rod provides the conductive pathway from the earth to the body via the Barefoot Connections™ product. The Ground Rod is placed directly into the earth near the foundation of the home and run either through a window or door to the inside of the home where it is plugged into any Barefoot Connections™ product. An electrician can create a more permanent installation of the Ground Rod. This generally includes drilling a small hole through the wall, mounting an outlet and running a ground wire between the outlet and the Ground Rod. All Barefoot Connections™ products come with either an Earth Tap or a Ground Rod (specified at the time of purchase).

The Ground Rod has a 30 foot cord and a 15 foot snap cord so that it will reach to most first and second story locations in the home/office. If a longer cord is necessary, the Ground Rod Extension Cord may be purchased.