Simpson Strong-Tie’s BVLZ brick-veneer ledger connector kit provides a code-compliant solution for attaching decks to wood-framed homes that have a brick- or masonry-veneer exterior covering. Fabricated from 12-gauge steel with a ZMAX galvanized coating, the bracket design includes two tension screws that pass through the mortar into the structural framing, allowing the compression strut to transfer forces from the ledger plate to the rim joist. Pricing for a 4-pack kit ranges from $130 to $150, while pricing for a 1-pack kit runs about $35 to $40. strongtie.com