Grounded Electrical Services TN

05/14/2026

01/28/2026

01/26/2026

Grounded is pleased to offer generator inlet receptacles, and transfer switches. We can also service your current system.

01/26/2026

Big shout out to Team Electric Supply, for opening their doors on Sunday! They opened during this winter storm so we can restore power to this home. Middle Tennessee Electric was there quickly for the reconnection.

11/02/2025

Through the good and the bad we are still Titans!

10/14/2025

Grounding and Bonding Performance Requirements
Mike Holt, NEC Consultant

Electricity does not choose “the path of least resistance,” but flows on all paths presented to it. Though related and working together to form a protective system, grounding and bonding serve two completely different purposes. Two simplified definitions that are very important:

• Grounding is a connection to the earth.
• Bonding is a metallic, low-impedance path between metallic objects.

We connect electrical systems to the earth (ground) to limit induced voltage on the system windings and system conductors from indirect lightning strikes (those that are not a direct hit) [250.4(A)(1)].

For this to work, you must make the grounding electrode conductor and grounding electrode bonding jumpers no longer than necessary and avoid unnecessary bends and loops. Because it is both high-frequency and high-voltage, lightning can jump from those bends and loops to nearby objects instead of staying in the conductor. This jump is called a “side flash” and could cause a fire hazard if the side flash occurs around combustible materials (such as wood).

Metal parts of electrical equipment must be grounded (connected to the earth) to limit lightning-induced voltage to ground on the metal parts of equipment [250.4(A)(2)]. Where do you ground this equipment? The thing is, you don’t ground it directly. You bond it all to the equipment grounding conductor (EGC) and then you ground the EGC at services [250.24(A)], transformers [250.30(A)], and separate buildings supplied by a feeder [250.32(A)].

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09/26/2025

🌟 Client Spotlight: Grounded Electrical Services TN

For the past 2 years, Padgett has been proud to work with Collier Hopson and his team at Grounded Electrical Services. They provide a wide variety of electrical solutions for both homes and businesses. What started as a way to support his family has grown into a business built on strong values, community service, and trusted relationships.

Grounded Electrical is known for exceptional customer service, whether it’s residential, commercial, or new construction projects. They’ve even been named the exclusive electrical contractor for Duke Energy and Piedmont Gas in the greater Nashville area - a true testament to their quality and integrity.

But what really sets them apart is how they give back. From supporting the Fisher House at the V.A. Hospital and Shriners Children’s Hospitals, to sponsoring local high school baseball, to serving meals to Rutherford County first responders, GES is always finding ways to make a difference. Their team recently completed a 6-hour CPR certification course, underscoring their commitment to helping others both on and off the job. 💙

About Padgett, Collier said, "Padgett is the third accountant I have used and my experience here has been great! I expect to use Padgett forever."

We’re proud to celebrate Grounded Electrical Services as part of our Padgett family, and can’t wait to watch their continued growth!

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