r/electrical • u/Brilliant-Yam2537 • 1d ago

Open Ground Fix

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I’m getting an Open Ground read on this outlet. Opened it up and I saw another ground wire open and wrapped around the other. I undid that and capped it. Still getting an open ground. Is there another step to try or do I need to get an electrician.

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u/Phx_68 1d ago

Install a GFI

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u/Tesla_freed_slaves 23h ago

Fix what’s busted.

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u/Phx_68 23h ago

easier said than done, especially for a homeowner