Business Details
35 Years
experience
Smart Home & Commercial Automation Solutions
Since 1991, Pacific Audio & Communications has been a leader in electronic systems integration, specializing in smart home and commercial automation solutions. Our team of experts designs, engineers, and installs tailored technology systems for residential and commercial environments across Hawaii, California, and Nevada. With over a thousand quality installations, we combine cutting-edge technology with meticulous project documentation using CAD and detailed schematics to ensure timely, budget-conscious delivery.Our commitment to continuous education ensures we deploy the latest innovations, while our HTA Estate-level certification and CEDIA membership underscore our industry authority. We prioritize client trust through transparent processes, lifelong system support, and intuitive control solutions for audio, video, lighting, networking, and security.
Services
Smart Home Automation
Commercial Automation
Security Systems
Wi-Fi Networking
Lighting Control
Audio-Visual Integration
System Monitoring
Home Theater Design
Network Engineering
Technology Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in smart home automation and commercial integration.
- Our team utilizes CAD technology and detailed project documentation for precision engineering.
- HTA Estate-level certification ensures enterprise-grade network capabilities and aftercare service.
- We provide lifelong system support and maintenance for sustained performance.
- Our engineers hold multiple industry certifications and participate in manufacturer roundtables.
Associations and certifications
- HTA Certified
- CEDIA Outreach Instructor
Services
Smart Home Automation
We design and implement customized smart home systems that unify audio, video, lighting, security, and networking under intuitive control platforms. Our solutions enable seamless device integration through touchscreens, remotes, or mobile apps while maintaining aesthetic subtlety. With CAD-based engineering and HTA-certified standards, we ensure reliable performance and future scalability for properties across Hawaii and the West Coast.
Commercial Automation
Our commercial automation solutions deliver enterprise-grade control systems for hospitality venues, educational facilities, and corporate environments. Specializing in Crestron and Control4 platforms, we implement centralized management for AV distribution, security monitoring, climate control, and network infrastructure. Projects like the Del Dotto Winery automation demonstrate our capability to handle complex commercial requirements with Title 24 compliance and real-time operational reporting.
Home Theater Design
We create high-performance theater environments with acoustic optimization, concealed equipment integration, and immersive audio-visual systems. Using 3D CAD modeling and specialized ventilation solutions, we overcome architectural challenges while maintaining design aesthetics. Our installations feature premium components like Runco projectors and Meyers Sound speakers, ensuring cinematic quality with user-friendly operation for any household member.
System Monitoring
Our monitoring services provide real-time status tracking for network-connected devices through centralized dashboards. Technicians can remotely diagnose issues, apply software updates, and perform network performance tests to prevent latency problems. This proactive approach maintains system reliability while reducing on-site service requirements, with optional equipment subscriptions available for continuous coverage.
Technology Consulting
We begin with comprehensive needs analysis and room-by-room evaluations to understand client requirements before proposing solutions. Our consultation includes budget qualification, subsystem recommendations, and detailed documentation outlining hardware specifications and implementation timelines. This strategic approach ensures technology investments align with lifestyle goals and property capabilities while maintaining flexibility for future upgrades.
People
Phil Mulligan
CEO/President
Founded PAC in 1991 after electrical engineering studies and apprenticeship at his father's company. Transformed home automation through integrated control systems while maintaining electrical licensing credentials.
Patrick Mulligan
Vice President/CTO
30-year electronics engineering veteran with 20 years in systems integration. Former Army Satellite Communications Technician and CEDIA-certified expert who shapes technical operations and industry standards participation.
Pono Nauka
Chief Operations Officer
25-year industry professional with experience across all technical roles. Manages sales operations and builds relationships with design/build professionals while maintaining hands-on project involvement.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide services across Hawaii (Kauai, Maui, Big Island, Oahu) with project experience in California and Nevada as well.
Are you HTA certified?
Yes, we hold HTA Estate-level certification for delivering high-performance home technology solutions with proven technical expertise.
What smart home platforms do you support?
We work with Crestron, Control4, Lutron, and Josh.ai systems while maintaining brand-agnostic budget planning tools.
How do you handle commercial automation projects?
We implement enterprise-grade systems with redundancy planning, like the Del Dotto Winery's multi-system integration with real-time monitoring capabilities.
Do you offer system maintenance?
Yes, we provide ongoing maintenance, software updates, and performance optimization with optional remote monitoring subscriptions.
Can you retrofit existing systems?
We specialize in upgrading legacy installations, as demonstrated by the Jones Residence automation retrofit project completed in 2022.