Water covers about 71% of the Earth’s surface, makes up over 60% of the human body, and is absolutely essential for life. But when it comes to the water flowing from your faucet, especially in places like Whitefish Bay, there’s more to the story than just H₂O.
At Stonehouse Protect, we believe clean water should be simple, safe—and maybe even a little fun. So here’s a blog post filled with surprising water fun facts, mixed with a few critical truths about what might be hiding in your home’s tap water.
💧 Fun Fact #1: Water Can Dissolve Almost Anything
Water is often called the “universal solvent” because it can dissolve more substances than any other liquid.
Why it matters: This same property allows water to pick up unwanted passengers—like lead, PFAS, chlorine, and pharmaceuticals—as it travels from Lake Michigan, through miles of pipes, and into your home. Without filtration, your tap water might be carrying more than you think.
💧 Fun Fact #2: The Water You Drink Might Be Millions of Years Old
There’s a good chance the water in your glass has been around since before dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Water is constantly recycled through the hydrologic cycle.
But here’s the twist: Even though the molecules are ancient, modern pollutants like PFAS (a.k.a. “forever chemicals”) have entered the cycle—and they don’t break down naturally. That’s why filtration systems are more important now than ever before.
💧 Fun Fact #3: Your Body Is Mostly Water
Depending on age and gender, up to 60% of your body is water. Your brain, heart, lungs, muscles, and skin rely on clean, safe water to function properly.
If your tap water contains heavy metals like lead, chlorine byproducts, or trace pharmaceuticals, those harmful compounds can be absorbed every time you take a sip—or a shower.
Protecting your water means protecting your health.
💧 Fun Fact #4: Boiling Water Doesn’t Remove Everything
Most people think boiling water makes it safe—and while that’s true for bacteria and viruses, it does not remove:
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Lead
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PFAS
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Chlorine
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Heavy metals
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Pharmaceuticals
In fact, boiling can actually concentrate these contaminants, making things worse.
That’s why Stonehouse Protect recommends whole home filtration systems—especially in older homes in Whitefish Bay where lead pipes and aging infrastructure are common.
💧 Fun Fact #5: The U.S. Has Over 6 Million Lead Service Lines
Lead hasn’t been used in new plumbing since 1986—but tens of thousands of homes still use old lead service lines.
In Whitefish Bay alone, many homes built before the 1950s still connect to lead or partially replaced pipes. And here’s something most people don’t know: lead levels can actually spike during pipe replacement, when sediment is disturbed.
Our solution? Install a certified filtration system that protects you before, during, and after replacement.
💧 Fun Fact #6: Filtered Water Tastes Better (Science Agrees)
Taste is chemistry. When your water contains chlorine, sulfur, iron, or organic compounds, your tongue picks it up—even if it’s invisible.
Our clients across Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, and Fox Point consistently report better-tasting, better-smelling water after installation of our whole house systems.
Bonus: Kids and pets love it too.
💧 Fun Fact #7: Showering in Chlorine Can Be as Irritating as Drinking It
Chlorine is added to municipal water to kill bacteria—but it can also:
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Dry out your skin and scalp
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Worsen asthma and allergies
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Fade hair color
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Cause eye irritation
With a whole house filter, you’re not just filtering the water you drink—you’re filtering every drop you bathe in, wash clothes with, and cook with.
💧 Fun Fact #8: PFAS Are in Everything (Even You)
PFAS chemicals are used in nonstick pans, waterproof clothing, fast food wrappers, and firefighting foam. Studies show that 99% of Americans have PFAS in their blood—and they’ve even been found in breast milk and rainwater.
PFAS are nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they never fully break down.
Stonehouse Protect’s filtration systems use advanced carbon and ion exchange media to reduce PFAS levels at the point of entry into your home.
💧 Fun Fact #9: Bottled Water Isn’t Always Safer
You might be surprised to learn that bottled water is regulated less strictly than municipal tap water—and it’s not always filtered beyond basic levels. Plus, bottled water can pick up microplastics from packaging.
And then there’s the cost: buying bottled water can add up to hundreds of dollars per year per household.
Our solution? Free water tests, free installation, and long-lasting filtration—all at a fraction of the long-term cost of bottled water.
💧 Fun Fact #10: You Can Get a Free Water Test in Whitefish Bay
Many people assume their water is safe because it looks clean. But even crystal-clear water can carry contaminants invisible to the naked eye.
That’s why Stonehouse Protect offers free water testing to all residents in Whitefish Bay, Fox Point, and Milwaukee’s North Shore.
We’ll test your water, show you exactly what’s in it, and help you choose the right protection—no pressure, just answers.
Want to Know What’s REALLY in Your Water?
If you’re ready to stop guessing and start protecting your home, we’re here to help.
Stonehouse Protect proudly offers:
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Whole house water filtration systems
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Lead and PFAS removal
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UV technology for pathogen protection
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NSF and WQA certified equipment
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Free water testing and free installation
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Money-back guarantee
