"jeffc" wrote in message
om...
If I wanted to have a dedicated 240v outlet installed, who would do that,
the electric company or an independent electrician? Would they have to
wire
it special from the street, or is there already a line at my circuit box
that's 240v? How much would it cost? thanks.

You'd call a regular electrician. You have 240V capability at your service
entrance (e.g. breaker box) -- they just need to run a line from there to
wherever you want the outlet.

Cost will vary depending on distance from the box and difficulty in running
the line.

-Tim