Information on the production of waterproofing work has been summarized and systematized. Primary and secondary (coating, lining, penetrating, plastering, shut-off anti-capillary, membrane type, etc.) waterproofing are considered. The classification of waterproofing materials, their scope of application, waterproofing technology, information about mechanisms and equipment for waterproofing work are given. Examples of waterproofing of various structures (bridges, nuclear power plants, basements, foundations, tanks) are shown. For engineers and technical workers involved in the design, construction and operation of buildings and structures.