These sources should cover the subject.
Flashing (illustrated .pdf)
Tech Hotline No. 0297-E
Flashing and EIFS
http://www.stocorp.com/servicessto.nsf/htmlmedia/flashings.pdf/$file/flashings.pdf
"Flashing Around Deck
Junctures with Wall Cladding
Where decks adjoin wall construction (Figure 1) the ledger board and
the attachment of the deck ledger board to the structure must be
flashed above, below and to the sides of the deck to keep water from
entering behind the cladding. In this case a combination of metal and
flexible membrane flashing are used. The flexible membrane flashing is
used because it is “self-sealing” around penetrations, for example,
where the deck is attached to the structure.
End dams prevent water from getting around the ends of the deck and
behind the cladding. The deck construction is effectively isolated
from the cladding with flashing."
Illustrated guide to deck construction
Deck Construction - General Methods
http://www.repair-home.com/how_to/deck_building/construction.htm
http://www.repair-home.com/how_to/deck_building/construction_contd.htm
"Attaching the ledger to your house may require that you remove a
section of siding. However, if your house is brick, block or stucco
you'll trade off the time making the holes for your bolts. To remove
wood or wood composite siding, first mark the amount of siding to be
removed. Measure at least 6-8 inches above where you intend to mount
the ledger board. Next cut along your marks with a circular saw.
Finally, use a pry bar to pry off the cut siding.
It's a good ideal to add flashing at this point. Properly flashing the
ledger with aluminum or galvanized flashing may save you thousands of
dollars in the future. Never-the-less, we'll flash again after we've
attached the ledger for good measure."
"Before continuing optionally flash the ledger using metal or aluminum
flashing. It's a good idea to flash at least 6 inches above the ledger
so that the siding overlap the flashing. Failure to flash properly may
result in massive water/moisture damage to your house frame in the
ensuing years."
Another illustrated guide to deck construction (with links to other
parts of the guide)
Wood in the Landscape: Decks Part III
http://www.ArchitectureWeek.com/2000/1025/building_1-1.html
http://www.architectureweek.com/2000/1025/building_1-2.html
"Whatever the method of connecting the joists, the ledger should also
receive a "Z" flashing strip that tucks under the wall siding, runs 90
degrees out over the top and 90 degrees down the face of the ledger,
preventing water from penetrating the rim joist or sill."
Deck Code Specifications for Lake Zurich
http://www.volz.org/files/DECKS.pdf
Joist flashing product (not an endorsement)
http://www.joistjackets.com/services/deck_flashing_installation.htm
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