When a paper towel gets wet, it doesn't dissolve—it and becomes a tough, flexible sheet. It can wedge itself diagonally in a pipe, catch on any imperfection, and create a net that traps other debris. Part 2: Immediate Assessment (Do Not Flush Again) Step 1 – Stop all water use. Do not flush again. Do not run sinks or showers (if on same stack). More water will only compact the towel deeper.
For households with children or elderly (who may flush towels by accident), install a flush limiter or a dual-flush converter – some models reduce the water volume, which ironically makes it harder to flush bulky items (deterrent effect). clogged toilet paper towel
Empty bathroom trash cans daily. Many paper towel clogs happen because someone tries to "hide" a used towel by flushing it. When a paper towel gets wet, it doesn't