Maui's Trusted Smart Home Automation & AV Team for Luxury Homes and Resorts

Pacific Audio & Communications started on Maui in 1991, and our Kīhei-based team still designs, installs, and supports smart home automation and AV systems inside the island's finest homes and resorts.

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Lutron Platinum | HTA Certified Estate | CEDIA Member

Rooted on Maui Since 1991

PAC's story starts here. Our founder was wiring some of the island's finest homes as an electrical contractor when he noticed his clients wanted easier control of their entertainment and lighting. He opened Pacific Audio & Communications in 1991 to give it to them.

More than 30 years later, Maui is still home. Our Kīhei office is led by a dedicated general manager, so you work with people who live here and can be at your property when you need them.

We work on every coast. On the South Side, that means Wailea and Mākena. On the West Side, we serve Kapalua and Kāʻanapali, and we continue to support families rebuilding in Lahaina. Upcountry homes in Kula and Makawao are part of our regular routes, as are North Shore properties around Pāʻia and Haʻikū.

Some projects start with a single home theater or a lanai with outdoor speakers. Others are full estates and resort properties with systems in every room. Here's where most Maui clients begin.

Smart Home and AV Solutions for Island Living

Every system we design starts with how you live on the island. Choose a starting point below, or try our Budget Calculator to map out what fits your project.

Smart Home Automation

Control lighting, shades, climate, and entertainment from one app or keypad.

Home Theater Installation

Private theaters and media rooms designed and tuned for the space you have.

Wi-Fi & Home Networking

Strong, reliable coverage from the main house out to the pool deck.

Audio/Video

Music and video in any room, with equipment tucked out of sight.

Outdoor AV

Weather-rated speakers and TVs built to handle salt air and strong sun.

Lighting Control

Set the mood for dinner or movie night with a single touch.

Motorized Shades

Quiet shades that manage glare and heat on a schedule you set.

Security

Cameras and smart locks you can check from anywhere.

Trusted by Maui's Resorts

Much of our current work on Maui happens inside resorts and hotels along the Kāʻanapali and Wailea coastlines. At these properties, a dropped Wi-Fi signal or a silent speaker affects hundreds of guests at once. They rely on our team to keep everything running.

At the Westin Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali, our team worked with Trinity Investment Group to create a property-wide technology ecosystem for the ultimate guest experience. We incorporated high-performance audio and video with centralized control systems, allowing staff to manage the different zones effortlessly. See the full Westin Maui case study.

Our resort capabilities include:

Guest-facing commercial AV in lobbies and restaurants
Tunable lighting for guest rooms and communal spaces
Background music across pools and common areas
Event and meeting-space AV
Property-wide networking and commercial automation
Work scheduled around occupancy, backed by ongoing support from our on-island team

Explore Hospitality Solutions or browse more work in our Project Gallery.

Lighting Design Shaped by Island Light

A thoughtfully planned lighting design determines where fixtures go, how layers of light work together, and which automated scenes you'll use every day. Lighting control is the system that runs those scenes. When creating lighting designs for Maui properties, we always consider the intense sunlight during the day and dark, star-filled skies at night. As a Lutron Platinum partner, we install industry-leading brand solutions that adjust to complement the natural illumination outside.

Designing Around Maui's Natural Light

On the coastline, afternoon sun pours through glass walls and reflects off the ocean straight into your living room. Our lighting design plans for this. We pair interior lighting with motorized shades that lower as glare builds, then balance electric light so rooms stay comfortable as the day shifts. You get a home that feels right from morning coffee to sunset.

Indoor-Outdoor and Lanai Lighting

Maui homes are built to open up. Your lighting scheme should flow from the living room out to the lanai and pool deck without a jarring change in brightness or color. We design scenes that connect to every space, so a single touch sets the whole area for an evening with friends. Outdoor fixtures are chosen for coastal conditions and placed to illuminate paths and gathering spots.

Landscape and Exterior Lighting

Maui's night sky matters, from the summit of Haleakalā down to the shoreline. Maui County's outdoor lighting rules favor shielded, downward-facing fixtures. Coastal homes need extra care, since bright lights can disorient native seabirds during fledging season. We design landscape lighting that highlights your plants and architecture while respecting these guidelines.

Lighting for Resort and Hospitality Spaces

In a resort, lighting sets the mood before a guest says a word. We design lighting for lobbies and event lawns that shifts from bright afternoon energy to a warm evening glow. Staff can change scenes from a keypad or tablet, while schedules handle daily transitions on their own. It's the same approach we bring to private homes, scaled for properties that welcome guests every night.

Partnering With Architects and Builders

The best systems are planned before the walls close. We join Maui projects at the design phase and work alongside your team through every stage of the build. Early involvement means fewer change orders and a cleaner install.

Design-phase planning: We review architectural drawings and plan the pre-wire, which is the low-voltage cabling installed before drywall goes up, around your layout and schedule.
Maui job site experience: Remote sites are part of our everyday work, and we plan equipment shipping to the island well ahead of install dates.
Coastal and estate-scale systems: We supply gear for salt air and design systems that span large estates with guest houses.
Resort and commercial coordination: We work with hospitality project teams and commercial contractors as comfortably as residential builders.
Support for West Maui rebuilding: We work with builders and homeowners in Lahaina and West Maui to plan technology into new homes from the start.

Learn more about working with us as an architect or custom builder.

Why Maui Properties Need Purpose-Built Systems

Oceanfront Hawaiian home exposed to salt air and trade winds

Constructed for Island Weather

Maui packs several climates into one island. Oceanfront homes face salt air and steady trade winds, and Kona winds can bring humid, stagnant days. Upcountry homes in Kula deal with moisture and cooler nights. Each condition wears on electronics differently. We choose outdoor speakers and TVs rated for the conditions at your address, and we plan ventilation for equipment racks so your gear stays cool and dry.

Island vacation home ready for owners arriving from the mainland

Built for Life Between Two Homes

Heading back to the mainland for part of the year? Your system keeps you connected while you're away. Remote monitoring lets you check cameras and receive alerts for water leaks or power loss from anywhere. Before your flight lands, you can cool the house and open the shades. When something needs attention, our on-island team can check on it for you.

Large island estate with guest house connected by a whole-property network

Made to Stay Connected

A large Maui property often includes a guest house or ʻohana, and each building needs reliable Wi-Fi. We design home networking with hardwired connections between buildings and wireless access points (the devices that broadcast your Wi-Fi) placed where you spend time. Surge protection and battery backup keep critical gear running through brief outages, so your internet and security stay on.

Open lanai flowing from the living room to the outdoors

Designed for Indoor-Outdoor Living

On Maui, the lanai is often the most-used room in the house. We design audio and lighting zones that adjust as you move from space to space, continuing into the outdoors. Music flows from the kitchen out to the pool at a steady volume, and lights shift as the sun goes down. Speakers and fixtures blend into the landscaping and architecture, maintaining focus on the beautiful natural view.

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Serving All Four Major Islands

Maui is where PAC started. Today, dedicated PAC teams serve homeowners and businesses across Hawaiʻi. Building on Kauaʻi? Visit our Kauai service area page. Planning a home on Hawaiʻi Island? See our Big Island page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PAC serve all of Maui, including Upcountry and East Maui, or only resort areas like Wailea and Kapalua?

Yes, we serve the entire island. With our office in Kīhei, getting to your property is part of our everyday routine.

Are permits required for AV or smart home installation in Maui County, especially for coastal properties?

It depends on the scope of your project. Coastal and exterior work, such as landscape lighting or new electrical, can carry added county requirements. Our licensed team helps you understand what applies to your property and coordinates with your builder to keep approvals on track.

How do outdoor speakers and TVs hold up to Maui's salt air, sun, and trade winds?

They hold up well when the equipment is rated for coastal conditions, with sealed, corrosion-resistant finishes and UV protection. Some homes see more salt and wind, while others see more moisture, so we match your gear to your location.

What's the best way to manage a Maui vacation home's technology from the mainland?

Remote monitoring and control is the best approach. From your phone, you can check cameras and receive alerts for leaks. Before you fly in, you can cool the house so it's comfortable when you arrive.

How can a Maui home stay connected when Wi-Fi drops or the power goes out?

Start with a home network designed for your whole property, with hardwired connections and access points placed where you need coverage. Then add surge protection and battery backup to critical gear so your internet and security keep working through short outages.

How can a Maui resort upgrade its AV and guest technology without disrupting guests?

The process starts with an assessment of current systems and guest traffic. From there, we schedule work in phases around occupancy so guest areas stay open. After installation, our on-island team provides ongoing support.

How much should I budget for a home theater installation on Maui?

The biggest factors are room size and the level of picture and sound you want. Construction matters too, since a dedicated theater built from scratch involves more work than upgrading an existing media room. For a starting estimate, try our Budget Calculator, then talk with our Maui team about your space.

Can PAC help homeowners and builders rebuilding in West Maui plan their technology from the start?

Yes. We work with homeowners and builders to plan technology during design, so pre-wire and equipment locations are set before construction begins. Early planning keeps the build on schedule and leaves room for future needs.

Schedule Your Free Maui Consultation

Whether your home sits in Wailea, Kapalua, or Upcountry, our Maui team is ready to help. We also welcome trade partners and resort teams planning their next project. Share a few details below, and a member of our local team will reach out to set up a time to talk.