In the end, the family learns that while "doing it yourself" is an admirable goal, knowing when to call for backup—or just admitting you're over your head—is the real key to survival.
: Manny seeks Jay’s "manly" advice on how to fix things around the house to impress a girl. Jay, happy to finally have a student who listens, tries to teach him the basics of carpentry and home maintenance. Predictably, Manny’s artistic soul clashes with Jay’s "measure twice, cut once" philosophy. Watch Modern family s08e14 hdtv x264-fleet[eztv]-1
: Mitchell and Cameron find themselves embroiled in a battle of wills over a simple home repair. In an attempt to save money and prove their independence, they try to fix a plumbing issue themselves. The result is a flooded bathroom and the realization that some things are better left to the professionals. In the end, the family learns that while