To decide if a front porch would benefit your home, carefully consider the pros and cons of this addition, including the overall look and cost.

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After all, the front porch is a prime spot for a spontaneous, I-was-just-in-the-neighborhood catch-up compared to the backyard, which is more often reserved for more intimate, pre-planned gatherings.