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Felix Burke

Felix Burke

Equipment Writer

Felix Burke covers above ground pools, pumps, filters and heaters for BackyardPoolLab. He focuses on explaining how pool equipment works, how to size it and how to keep it running, based on manufacturer documentation.

10 articles
Pool Filter Balls vs Sand
October 30, 2026

Pool Filter Balls vs Sand

Which sand filter makers list filter balls, how backwashing and media life change, and when to stay with #20 silica…

Pool Heat Pump vs Gas Heater
October 30, 2026

Pool Heat Pump vs Gas Heater

How a pool heat pump and a gas heater differ in cold air, heat-up speed, daily operation, and placement, based…

Gas vs Electric Pool Heater
October 30, 2026

Gas vs Electric Pool Heater

Gas, heat pump, and electric resistance pool heaters compared on fuel, utility hookups, running cost, and which backyard pools each…