Kimbrell said it happened in the 5200 block of Strickland Road about 2:40.
"Caller was the occupant, stating that their home was on fire," Chief Kimbrell said. "Upon arrival, firefighters found an approximately 3,600-square-foot home with basement that was about 70% involved."
He added the house was occupied by four adults - a couple and their son and daughter-in-law.
Kimbrell said the house is a total loss with damage estimated at $500,000.
Firefighters were still on the scene at 8:00 Friday morning but were getting ready to leave. The cause of the fire had not been determined.
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