The waterproofing of the foundation, if not to the fullest, then depends on the correctly selected materials, as well as on their quality. For example, if you started a construction site on wet soils, then you do not need to save on materials, because water and frost is unlikely to be pleased in the winter period.
Today, hydraulic concrete is widely used as isolation material. This material contains substances that have good resistance from external influences. The use of hydraulic concrete is effective if you are erecting your home on the slope, this will protect you from unpredictable spring waters behavior.
Another no less popular and reliable materials are roofing material and bitumen mastic. These materials not only differ in good operational characteristics, but also quite affordable, regarding the cost. Before proceeding with the isolation of the foundation, it must be carefully prepared, for which the surface of the foundation gives roughness so that the insulation adjacent more tightly. Take a note, if you are insulating the foundation yourself, you need to ensure water drainage, which is mandatory.
