Lemoore · Kings County
Sell a Fire-Damaged House in Lemoore, CA
A house fire changes what a house is worth and what it costs to fix. House Junkies buys fire-damaged houses in Lemoore as-is, with or without an open insurance claim, and our own licensed crew, House Junkies Construction (CA LIC#1077593), does the rebuild after we close.
Lemoore is home to Naval Air Station Lemoore, a major Navy jet base that anchors a meaningful share of the local economy and housing demand.
Lemoore's population has grown steadily, roughly doubling since the 1990 Census.
After a House Fire in Lemoore
Rebuilding a burned house in Lemoore takes permits from the City of Lemoore, and the work has to be done by the owner or a state-licensed contractor.
All new construction and remodeling in California now has to meet the 2025 California Building Standards Code, which took effect January 1, 2026. Those code upgrades are a big reason insurance money so often falls short of what a full rebuild really costs.
A burned house that sits open or falling apart can also draw code complaints. Inside Lemoore city limits, code problems go to the Lemoore Police Department's Code Enforcement unit, reachable at (559) 924-9574. It handles dumped junk and trash, abandoned or broken-down vehicles, and zoning violations. Just outside city limits, Kings County handles code problems instead of the City.
Fire rebuilds run our crew roughly $90 per square foot, and up to $135 per square foot for a badly burned house, before permits, holding costs, and closing costs. That is how we can make a real offer instead of walking away. See how we calculate your offer, or read our full page on selling a fire-damaged house.
Sources: City of Lemoore Code Enforcement
How Selling to House Junkies Works
- ✓ Tell us the address and what is going on with the house
- ✓ Get a written cash offer within 24 hours, with no obligation
- ✓ No repairs, no cleaning, no agent commissions
- ✓ We cover closing costs, and you choose the closing date
Fire Damage in Lemoore: Common Questions
Can I sell my Lemoore house before the insurance claim is settled?
Yes. We can factor an open claim into the offer, or buy the house as-is if you would rather not deal with the claim at all.
Do I need permits to rebuild after a fire in Lemoore?
Yes. Rebuilding needs permits from the City of Lemoore. If you sell to House Junkies, our licensed crew handles the permits.
Do I have to clean up the fire debris before selling?
No. We buy the house as-is, debris and all, and handle the cleanup after closing.
Can I sell a house that was red-tagged after the fire?
Yes. A red tag means nobody can live there until it is fixed, but you can still sell it to us.
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See everything about selling your house in Lemoore, or read our full guide to selling a fire-damaged house.