The fire, which has totally destroyed the house, was at the same address where a car parked on the property’s front lawn had been destroyed by fire just one week earlier.

On Monday morning specialist forensic police, along with sniffer dogs and general duties officers, remained at the scene trying to piece together what caused the latest blaze.

The property remained a crime scene until late Monday afternoon with police tape cordoning off the area.

Police and NSW Fire and Rescue were called to the house at 12.29am Monday and arrived to find the property well alight.

Fire crews fought the blaze for around three hours before bringing it under control.

Due to the intensity of the blaze, firefighters were not able to enter the property. Instead, they were forced to fight the fire defensively from the outside.

They also ensured neighbouring properties were protected and weren’t at risk of also catching alight.

When the fire was contained it was obvious the house had suffered significant damage with the devastation clearly visible from the street.

Chifley Local Area Command Duty Officer Chief Inspector Colin Cracknell said investigations into the blaze were continuing.

He said at this stage of the investigation he was unable to speculate on the cause of the blaze and could only confirm that police were looking to establish if it was deliberately lit.

“Police spoke with several neighbours, but they didn’t see anything,” Chief Inspector Cracknell said.

“Fortunately no-one was inside at the house at the time, but the house has been completely gutted.

“The home owner has been notified and investigations are continuing.”

Anyone with any information concerning the fire should contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000, or police on 63328699. Callers can be anonymous.