A step made in walking; a stride. 2. A unit of length equal to 30 inches (0.76 meter). 3. The distance spanned by a step or stride, especially: a. The modern version of the Roman pace, measuring five English feet. Also called geometric pace.
For a larger home, or a house with restricted access to a crawlspace and exterior walls, the cost may reach $20,000 and more for labor and materials. Related: Find and Prevent Electrical Fire Dangers in Your Home. Rewire When the Time is Right and Save
1 Copper wire is increasingly expensive, so just the materials alone for rewiring a typical home can start around $400-$1,000 and might run $1,500-$3,000 or more for an extensive upgrade (lots of outlets, light fixtures) in a larger home. Having an electrician rewire a house generally takes 3-10 days, or about a week for the average older home. 2  However, a complex project can take even longer. 3  DoItYourself.com offers an introduction to home wiring, including useful terms and safety tips.