The head of the Manx Utilities Authority says it's not feasible to assess how digging up roads will affect local businesses.
But Alex Allinson says the organisation doesn't do work unnecessarily - and always tries to inform local traders well in advance.
He faced questions in the House of Keys this week from North Douglas MHK David Ashford about the issue.
Dr Allinson said predicting how roadworks affect businesses isn't possible:
Strang Stores applies for extension permission
One of the Island's best known breakfast bap shops could be getting an upgrade.
Tynwald petition advice is free - but you'll need to act soon!
Is there something you'd like to ask the government to do?
Midnight closing for new Indian restaurant in Castletown?
Castletown could be getting a late-night Indian restaurant.
Tynwald to hear about Ramsey hospital reopening
An MHK will press Health and Social Care Minister Claire Christian over Ramsey Cottage Hospital next week.
Superdrug to open beauty salon in summer
Superdrug in Douglas has unveiled a range of new services - including nails and lashes.
MHK to query regulation for funeral directors
Do the Island's funeral directors need to be regulated?
Road closures announced for Sprintfest - but no Ramsey Sprint again?
A series of road closures have been announced for this year's Ramsey Sprintfest, but it looks as though there'll be no Ramsey Sprint for the second year running.
TT 2026 funfair deals close tomorrow
It's the last day to get cheap tickets to this year's TT funfair.
